You know that considering a used car for sale can give you the best value for your money. But how do you decide between used and certified pre-owned? To compare these two options and to help you make the right decision, continue reading the guide below.
Used vs. CPO
Used
Buying a used car is a better bet than it’s ever been, thanks to the wealth of information available at your fingertips. Tools like Consumer Reports’ Used Car Report and CARFAX Vehicle History Reports ensure that dealerships are providing a quality product for customers.
Used cars also come with lower average price points than new and CPO cars. And with more technological advances, used options are becoming better bargains than they once were all the time.
Certified Pre-Owned
CPO vehicles typically have lower mileage than regular used cars. They’ve also passed multiple inspections, and many have an extended manufacturer’s warranty and a clean driving history. Additional perks are often offered by the manufacturers to give you the full experience of buying a new car without the new car price. Discounted finance rates on loans, roadside assistance, and free satellite radio are just a few.
While the benefits of buying a CPO car are tempting, these perks don’t come free. If you were to compare the cost of a used vehicle and a CPO version of the same model with similar mileage, the cost of the CPO vehicle could be higher.
Explore Your Used Car Options in Wilmington, NC
If, after reading this guide, you still have questions, do not hesitate to reach out to Matthews Motors in Wilmington, North Carolina. We offer a wide range of both used and CPO models at our used car dealership.
