When purchasing a car, we have three options – new, certified pre-owned or non-certified used car. We all know that purchasing a new car is always better. Still, not everyone can afford to buy a brand new car. Those who cannot afford a brand new car and are looking for one that is used are often confused by certified versus non-certified options. If you are one of them, read through this article to make a well informed decision that meets your personal needs. Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Pre-owned vehicles that are thoroughly inspected and reconditioned to meet the required standards of certification are referred to as “certified pre-owned”. Depending on the authority of certification, they are again classified into two types – manufacturer certified and dealer certified. Manufacturer Certified: In a typical manufacturer certification program, used cars which are less than 5 to 6 years old or with less than 60,000 to 80,000 miles are selected, tested, repaired, and finally verified to make sure that they meet the manufacturer’s standards. Cars that meet the manufacturer standards will be certified and backed up with warranties. Cars with suspicious history and serious flaws will not be considered for this program. Dealer Certified:
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