GM Certified Used: Why Buy a Certified Car From Friendly Chevrolet?

Friendly Chevrolet is proud to serve the residents of Western Washington, including Tacoma, Auburn, Sumner, Kent, Federal Way, Seattle, and our hometown of Puyallup. We are the #1 Volume Seller of Corvettes in the Pacific Northwest. However, we would also like to point out that we are a leader in sales of GM Certified Used Vehicles. What is a GM Certified Vehicle you may ask? More importantly, why should I care to buy one?

First of all, a vehicle must meet strict standards to become eligible to be certified. Vehicles must be 2005 or newer and have less than 75,000 miles. All others need not apply. Next, the vehicle must pass a thorough 117 point safety inspection and have all required maintenance brought up to date. If a vehicle cannot meet these standards, no certification can be awarded. As you can see, certified vehicles stand out from the pack and are among the most sought after of used vehicles.

So what are the benefits of the Certification? Well, the first should be peace of mind. Everyone worries that when buying a used vehicle, they may be getting a dud, something that will break down a week after driving off the lot. With a certified vehicle these fears can be put to rest. Beyond the 117 point inspection (most inspections are 50 point or less) GM offers a 12 Month - 12,000 bumper to bumper warranty on all certified vehicles. On cases where vehicles are still under original factory warranty (3 yr - 36,00 mile) the new certified warranty is added on top. In some cases, such as as lightly used 2010 model, the addition of a certification can result in a longer more comprehensive warranty than when the vehicle was purchased new.

Finally, a slew of other benefits and perks are included with the program. These include: 24 / 7 roadside assistance, 3 day / 150 mile Customer Satisfaction Guarantee Exchange Program, Vehicle History Report, Towing and Rental Coverage, and a 90 day trial of XM Satellite Radio and OnStar for equipped vehicles.

Next time you are looking to purchase a used vehicle, consider seeking out a GM Certified Vehicle. The cost may be a few extra dollars, but can you really put a price on peace of mind? For more information on the certified program or to see our selection of GM Certified Vehicles, visit www.friendlychevrolet.com or stop in and see us at 400 River Road in Puyallup.