Buying a Certified Pre-Owned Ford FAQ
Are you in the market for a used car to commute around Nacogdoches and Lufkin, TX? If so, you’re bound to come across models labeled as certified pre-owned. When it comes to buying these models, you might have a few questions.
That’s why our team at Tipton Ford put together this buying a certified pre-owned Ford frequently asked questions (FAQ). Keep reading to learn more and see if your questions have been answered.
What Is a Certified Pre-Owned Ford?
For starters, what exactly is a certified pre-owned (CPO) Ford? Well, it’s a pre-owned vehicle that meets all our CPO requirements. This means it gets a special stamp of approval and is the best of the best when it comes to our pre-owned vehicles.
Where Should I Look For a CPO Car?
Not sure where you can find these CPO cars? Our dealership is a great place to start! We have a large inventory of used Ford vehicles, including CPO cars. You can search using our online inventory. Simply load up our website and click on the certified pre-owned Ford section. You’ll find this underneath the Used tab.
What Should I Look For in a CPO Car?
When you’re looking at a CPO car, you’ll want all the features that make it the cream of the crop. You could find Gold Certified Ford cars or Blue Certified Ford vehicles. You’ll also be able to look at the vehicle history report.
How Does a Ford Become Gold Certified?
Gold Certified Fords meet multiple requirements:
- Model year that’s 6 years old or newer
- Less than 80,000 miles
- Passed a 172-point inspection
What Are the Requirements for Blue Certified Ford Cars?
When it comes to our other category, Blue Certified, you’ll find these requirements:
- 10 years old or newer
- Less than 120,000 miles
- Passed a 139-point inspection
Who Inspects Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles?
Every certified pre-owned Ford is inspected by our team of factory-trained technicians. So, when you get behind the wheel, you can feel confident knowing your pre-owned Ford was in experienced and capable hands. You can see our inspection checklists to know what exactly we look over.
What Are the Benefits of a Certified Pre-Owned Ford?
When you purchase a CPO Ford, you’ll find multiple benefits. For one, you’ll be getting a high-quality car for a lower price than a brand-new counterpart. In addition, all CPO Ford vehicles come with:
- Free CARFAX® Vehicle History Report
- 24/7 Roadside Assistance
- Comprehensive Limited Warranty
With the vehicle history report, you can know everything about your Ford model’s previous life.
How Do I Finance A CPO Car?
As for financing, you’ll finance your CPO car just how you would a new or pre-owned vehicle. You’ll meet with our finance team to go over the different financing options and your plans. Then, we’ll work to find you the best plan for your lifestyle.
Find Your Next CPO Car Today
Here at Tipton Ford, we hope that this buying a certified pre-owned Ford FAQ has helped. If you have any other questions that weren’t answered here, contact our team. We’re happy to help.
If you’re ready to start the car-buying process near Nacogdoches and Lufkin, Texas, visit us today. We’ll see you soon.
Tipton Ford
1115 North St.Nacogdoches, TX 75961 Driving Directions
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Monday | 7:30AM - 6:00PM |
Tuesday | 7:30AM - 6:00PM |
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Thursday | 7:30AM - 6:00PM |
Friday | 7:30AM - 6:00PM |
Saturday | 7:30AM - 3:00PM |
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