5 Differences Between Certified Pre-Owned vs Used Cars

You might have heard the phrase “Certified Pre-owned” bandied about over the last few years and you might have wondered what it really meant. Some people believe that “pre-owned” or “used” on the sticker of a car carries a stigma attached to it. Folks think these vehicles have problems or are worn out. Some people even think buying a pre-owned car means you can’t afford a new one. What it really means is that when you buy a certified pre-owned Mazda from a dealership, like Mazda of South Charlotte, you will find a used Mazda for sale that has been inspected, repaired (if necessary) and warrantied. A car at another car-maker’s lot marked simply as “used” or “dealer-certified” doesn’t have those same protections.

There are 5 good reasons to purchase a certified pre-owned Mazda from us:

• Stringent Testing: When you buy a certified Mazda, you are getting a vehicle that has undergone a 150-point examination during which almost everything beneath the hood and inside the used Mazda car is thoroughly inspected and tested for effectiveness and continued safety. If a vehicle fails this inspection, it will not be labeled as a Certified Pre-owned Mazda.
• Power-train Warranty Coverage: For extra peace of mind, a vehicle marked as Certified Pre-owned has a limited power-train warrant on a used Mazda that covers the transmission and engine. This warranty is transferable to future buyers when you re-sell the car.
• Certain Warranty: If you worry about inheriting problems caused by a previous driver, buying a certified Mazda is the answer to that worry. Covering many of the components of your vehicle ensures that if you do run across problems, they will be addressed, many times with no deductible payment.
• 24-hour Roadside Assistance: Being able to drive anywhere at any time and knowing that help is just a phone call away in the event of an emergency, breakdown or even running out of gas. You call for help, you get help with our 24-hour roadside assistance coverage.
• Complete Disclosure: It is very important to know everything possible about a vehicle before you sign on the dotted line. With a certified pre-owned Mazda, you get an AutoCheck vehicle report that includes a salvage search, hail/fire/flood damage, odometer discrepancies, rental/taxi usage, theft, liens/outstanding loans and accident checks.

When getting a used Mazda for sale, it is best to get go with certified Mazda vehicles because they are the best of both worlds. They offer the reliability, protection and quality of a new car, combined with the affordability of a pre-owned vehicle. Pre-owned vehicles certified by Mazda will have fewer than 60k miles and are newer than 5 years old. Certified Pre-Owned Mazda benefits include:

• Inspection that covers 150 points
• AutoCheck Report and 3-yrs of protection by AutoCheck Buyback
• NO Deductible
• Transferable Benefits
• Transferable Warranty Coverage
• 24-hr Roadside Assistance
• Special APR Programs Available
• Available Certified Pre-owned Mazda Extended Confidence Coverage (CPO WRAPS)
• 7-yr/100k-mile Power-train Warranty (from original date of service)
• 12-month/12k-mile Extra Limited Warranty w/$0 deductible on components covered (begins when factory warranty is over or on certified sale date, if still in warranty)

If you live in the area of Charlotte NC, from cities like Concord NC, Matthews NC, Rock Hill SC or Fort Mill SC, it is worth the drive to come to Mazda of South Charlotte to check out our certified pre-owned Mazda vehicles. We are conveniently located south of the city at 6501 South Blvd in Charlotte NC, so come in and see us soon. We also encourage you to browse our site, or call us at 888-904-8191 with any questions about financing, new and used Mazda vehicles, service and repair. We look forward to serving you!

Written By: Robert Cole

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