How Vehicles Become CPO Certified

PEKIN, Ill.,–– In order for a vehicle to be considered Certified Pre-Owned, it must pass a series of rigorous inspections to receive this exclusive title. Many vehicles undergo these certification inspections, but few become CPO vehicles. If you're in the market to buy a used vehicle, learning how vehicles become CPO certified may help you in your decision making process. You can purchase a used vehicle of a newer make and model at a much more affordable rate with great warranties on a CPO title. These vehicles must pass all of these requirements in order to receive a Ford certification:

172-Point Inspection

From the engine to the wheels, every component of the vehicle is inspected with extreme attention to detail to ensure the vehicle is safe on the road. If any components aren't up to the standard of the Ford-certified mechanic, they'll be replaced or repaired to bring them up to speed. A CPO vehicle is inspected from head to toe so that future buyers have nothing to worry about when they make their purchase. This inspection also comes with a complimentary Carfax history report to inform owners on their CPO's maintenance history and other services performed.

Comprehensive Limited Warranty Coverage

All CPO vehicles come with comprehensive limited warranties, covering over 1,000 components for 10,000 miles/12 months. Your engine, transmission, front wheel and rear wheel drive, and more are completely covered during your first year of CPO ownership. Owners also receive a comprehensive powertrain warranty for 100,000 miles/7 years. It provides extended service plans and is transferrable to future owners, too. The comprehensive powertrain warranty covers the engine, transmission, and more key components of the vehicle.

 Technical Requirements

CPO vehicles must belong to one of the current or 5 preceding model years in order to qualify for a certification. They must also have no more than 80,000 miles on the odometer and must have a clean vehicle title. Any vehicles that have caused or been involved in accidents will not receive the CPO title, so you'll be able to drive a vehicle that feels brand new, looks brand new, and drives like it's brand new!

Want to see a CPO in person? Schedule a test drive with us to get behind the wheel of a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle that you can take off the lot today! View our CPO inventory to see what we have in stock, and take a look at their Carfax reports, reviews, and vehicle history on each of their model pages. Now that you know how vehicles become CPO certified, take a look at why you should buy a CPO Ford to find out the other benefits that come with owning a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle!

At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Stop by the dealership located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or visit our website: VeldeFordPekin.com for more information.

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Why You Should Consider Buying a CPO Ford

PEKIN, Ill.,–– If you're in the market to buy a used vehicle but would prefer a well-tested newer model, a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle may be what you're looking for. CPO vehicles undergo rigorous multi-point inspections and must fit a series of specific requirements to receive the certified pre-owned label. Read on to learn why you should consider buying a CPO Ford and see the benefits of owning a CPO Ford vehicle, including roadside assistance, extensive warranty coverage, and more. If you want a firsthand look at CPO models, take a look at our certified pre-owned inventory to see what models we have available to purchase today!

Ford CPO Requirements

Certified pre-owned Ford vehicles must pass a series of inspections and requirements to receive a CPO title. This extensive care allows CPO owners to rest easy knowing that their vehicle has been thoroughly inspected to ensure that there are no malfunctions or errors with it. In order to  be considered a certified pre-owned vehicle, these vehicles must:

• Have a clean vehicle title and history report
• Pass a thorough 172-point inspection
• Have no more than 80,000 miles on the odometer
• Belong to one of the current or last 5 model years

Benefits of Owning a CPO Ford

CPO owners receive a wide variety of perks for their purchase. All CPO Ford vehicles receive unique benefits to their individual makes and models, but every vehicle is equipped with a 12-month/12,000 mile comprehensive limited warranty and a 7-year/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty. CPO owners also receive 24-hour roadside assistance, a tank of fresh oil, a full tank of fuel, and brand new wiper blades, free of charge! CPO Ford buyers can also opt-in to Ford Credit, offering buyers low APR and finance options for anyone of any income. Owners receive the benefit of knowing that all of their vehicle's components have been fully inspected and approved, with extensive warranties to protect their components.

Each certified pre-owned vehicle comes with different benefits and perks with their warranties to go along with the standard benefits mentioned above. You can learn about the benefits each vehicle has to offer by checking out our Ford CPO page or viewing our CPO inventory for a closer look at our models. Whether you're on the hunt for a new vehicle or are planning for the future, learning why you should consider buying a CPO Ford will help you stay informed the next time you're in the market to purchase a vehicle.

At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Stop by the dealership located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or visit our website: VeldeFordPekin.com for more information.

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