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Keep these things in mind when shopping for a certified car:

  • Each manufacturer inspection is different. Look at the program websites (links below) to see inspection details for each one.
  • Determine whether there is a deductible, and if so, how much.
  • Look for benefits typically associated with new car purchases, like roadside assistance, loaner vehicles and special financing.

Compare Certified Pre-Owned Programs
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Visit Volkswagen Find Volkswagen certified pre-owned vehicles for sale near you.
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Warranty Details
Certified Warranty Details
2 years / 24,000 miles from the purchase date comprehensive limited warranty including the balance of the 4 year/50,000 mile original limited powertrain & corrosion warranty.
3 years from date of pre-owned sale or 100K total vehicle miles.
  
Warranty Deductible
$50
No
  
Transferable Warranty
Yes, at no cost to buyer
No
  
Features & Benefits
Age/Mileage Eligibility
6 years / 75,000 miles
6 model years or newer / less than 70,000 miles
  
Point Inspection
112-Point Inspection
161
  
Roadside Assistance
2 Year 24-Hour Roadside Assistance
Yes
  
Return/Exchange Program
No
No
  
Special Financing
Yes
Yes
  
Lease Term Certified
No
Yes
  
Current Promotions
See Dealer for Details.
Yes
  
Why Choose Us?
Everyone deserves a better car; even a pre-owned one.

Every Certified Pre-Owned Volkswagen comes with a free CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ and is held to a comprehensive 112-point inspection. Only after everything has been checked out and the vehicle has been properly reconditioned will it be offered for sale as a Certified Pre-Owned Volkswagen.

All Certified Pre-Owned Volkswagen vehicles come with:

·2-year or 24,000-mile Limited Warranty

·2 years of 24-hour Roadside Assistance

·112-point dealer inspection

·CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™

·Complimentary SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Visit vw.com/CPO for more information.
All Lexus Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles undergo a 161-point inspection and reconditioning process. Additionally, every vehicle is backed by a Lexus three-year/100,000 total vehicle mile warranty and the same level of customer care as a new Lexus. Visit LexusCPO.com for more information.
  
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Off-brand Certification Warranty Details
Offbrand Certification    
Certified Warranty Details
1 year / 12,000 mile limited warranty from purchase date
   
Warranty Deductible
$100
    
Transferable Warranty
None
    
Off-brand Certification Features & Benefits
Age/Mileage Eligibility
6 years / 75,000 miles
    
Point Inspection
112-Point Inspection
    
Roadside Assistance
Yes - 1 year unlimited from date of purchase
    
Return/Exchange Program
No
    
Special Financing
No
    
Lease Term Certified
No special financing available
    
Current Promotions
See Dealer for Details
    
Why Choose Us?
Certified pre-owned programs can vary greatly. Here manufacturers outline the unique benefits of their respective programs.
Certified Warranty Details
Warranty coverage can vary from one manufacturer to the next. While most certified pre-owned programs transfer and extend the existing new-car warranty terms, some offer a combination warranty of an additional term and the total vehicle mileage. Others offer a warranty that simply represents an additional year and mileage value.
Warranty Deductible
This is the amount for which you are responsible when repair work is performed under the warranty. Some manufacturers require a deductible while others don't, so always ask.
Transferable Warranty
When a new-car warranty transfers with the certification of the car and remains eligible for the next owner, it is known as a transferable warranty. Once the original transferable warranty expires, an extended warranty takes effect.
Age/Mileage Eligibility
To even be considered for certification, a car must be a recent model year and have limited mileage. The exact requirements are established by individual manufacturers.
Point Inspection
These inspections entail a comprehensive vehicle test to ensure that all parts are in excellent working order. The point inspection list is simply a numbered list of exactly what parts of the car are examined. While many inspections range from a 70- to 150-point checklist, most are very similar and are performed using strict guidelines. Ask your local dealer about specific details.
Roadside Assistance
Most certified pre-owned programs offer free roadside service in case your car breaks down while still under warranty.
Return/Exchange Program
Some manufacturers offer a very limited return or exchange period. Find out if you will get the sales tax and licensing/registration fees back should you return or exchange the car.
Special Financing
Reduced-rate loans are available through many certified pre-owned programs. Manufacturer-backed inspections and warranties help eliminate the risks involved with buying pre-owned, so buyers that qualify can take advantage of the great offers.
Lease Term Certified
Some manufacturers offer certified pre-owned cars for lease. The length of the lease is often shorter than a new-car lease, but it will cost you less.
Current Promotions
Manufacturers provide information about their current certified pre-owned offers or promotions.
Offbrand Certification