Have your eye on a luxury vehicle and want a great price? Both used and certified used vehicles are great options. However, you’ll want to make sure you understand all the differences between used vs. CPO vehicles, so you can make a savvy purchase. Discover more about both types of pre-owned vehicles, as well as the details of the Mercedes-Benz CPO Program, with Fletcher Jones Motorcars!
While used and certified used vehicles are both pre-owned, there are definite differences between the two. For starters, certified used vehicles are held to the high standards of manufacturers’ certified pre-owned programs. With most CPO programs, certified used vehicles must meet the following requirements:
CPO vehicles offer enticing benefits, but used vehicles aren’t without their own advantages. Make an informed choice by comparing the benefits of both used and certified used vehicles:
Used Vehicles
Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles
The lower price tag of used vehicles makes them great options for those with tighter budgets. What’s more, you can find used vehicles that are in great condition. Still, you’ll need to do your due diligence to make sure the vehicle you’re eyeing is a smart buy. We suggest checking vehicle history reports, requesting service records, and having a mechanic inspect your vehicle for any potential issues.
If the idea of a newer vehicle with the latest features is appealing, you’re probably already considering a certified pre-owned model. The fact that these vehicles come with warranty coverage and have passed rigorous inspections makes them even more desirable. This not only saves you the legwork of vetting a vehicle yourself, but it can also keep you protected down the road.
As with all things Mercedes-Benz, the Mercedes-Benz CPO Program has high standards. To become a certified used Mercedes-Benz, a vehicle must:
Better yet, the Platinum Certified vehicles at Fletcher Jones Motorcars have Mercedes-Benz Service A* or Mercedes-Benz Service B* performed at the time of inspection and have a 55,000 mileage limit.
If you drive home a Mercedes-Benz certified used vehicle, you’ll start off with any remaining portion of the 4-year/50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty transferred. Once that warranty has run its course, the Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty will activate and provide 12-months of coverage with unlimited mileage. The Mercedes-Benz CPO Warranty also provides additional advantages that Laguna Beach drivers appreciate, such as:
When it comes time for you to decide between a used vs. CPO vehicle, make your way to our showroom near Corona Del Mar. You’ll find an excellent selection of pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles, not to mention friendly and informed associates who are ready to help you find your next vehicle. We even offer pre-owned vehicle specials for even better pricing!
*Oil and filter change is the base advertised service component. Additional services as determined by your vehicle’s ASSYST Plus system, which calculates service needs based on your driving habits, time, mileage and environmental conditions, may increase service cost.