Is CPO right for you?

So you're all ready to buy another car. You've done your research and you know the make and model you want to take home. Perhaps you've decided to buy a new car right from the dealership. Or maybe you've been scouring the used car lots and classified sections to find a previously-owned vehicle. But if you haven't done so already, it might be in your best interest to look into buying a certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle. If you don't, you might just be missing out on one incredible deal.

Sure, a CPO vehicle might not be for everyone. They cost a little more than an equivalent used car, but come with a manufacturer's warranty and no surprises under the hood. And you probably won't get to enjoy the thrill of owning this year's latest model, but that only lasts for a year anyhow. You'll most likely own your car much longer than that.

But if you're looking for an effective way to save considerable money and still get the car of your dreams, you owe it to yourself to check out a CPO vehicle. Still not sure if this is the right path for you? Before you buy a new or used car, consider the following advantages to owning a CPO vehicle.

New Car Condition at a Used Car Price
You assume a certain amount of risk when you buy a used car. You don't know who has driven it before you or how the car was treated. Hopefully, the seller will tell you what needs to be done before you drive away, but this isn't always the case.

When you buy a certified pre-owned vehicle, you are getting a reasonably new car with low mileage. Qualified technicians have placed it through an elaborate series of manufacturer-specified service checks, so all of the kinks have been ironed out before you buy. The car may have a few more miles on it than the new ones on the lot, but you would never tell by looking at it.

More Car for Your Money
Say you want to spend $25,000 on your next car. You can spend it all on this year's new base model. Or you can put it towards a CPO vehicle that might have a few more miles on it, but comes with a ton of features and amenities that you really want but otherwise couldn't afford.