There are plenty of great reasons to choose a used vehicle, such as enjoying a lower price, retaining value by skipping initial depreciation, and getting access to a larger pool of cars and SUVs to choose from. Of course, there are also some drawbacks—most notably, the fact that you can never truly know everything a vehicle went through with a previous owner. While you can’t eliminate these concerns completely, choosing the right used Lexus dealership for your next pre-owned vehicle can help you avoid a lot of issues and give you greater peace of mind. Just as important as the dealership you choose, however, is the type of vehicle you pick.
Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) models are among the most popular options on the market since they give you a combination of the perks that come with buying used and new. Chief among them is the greater peace of mind that you get to enjoy by picking a CPO model since you know it is in the best condition possible. Every company has its own CPO program, and Lexus offers the L/Certified program that provides drivers with the “Best CPO Program” in the industry, according to US News & World Report. So, what kinds of industry-leading benefits does this program include? Let’s find out…
Only the Best Vehicles for You
CPO programs like L/Certified live or die based on how well they can offer great vehicles for you to enjoy, which starts with eliminating those cars that aren’t worthy of being certified. To begin with, every L/Certified vehicle must be less than six model years old and have fewer than 80,000 miles on it. This ensures that you’re not looking at something that’s been driven too hard or used for a decade. Such a short window also means it’s likely that any L/Certified vehicle you find is still under some of its original new vehicle warranty (more on that in a moment).
However, these requirements are only the beginning because every L/Certified vehicle also has to pass an extensive 161-point inspection. This is one of the most thorough and impressive inspections in the auto industry for CPO models and includes far more than many similar processes for other CPO programs out there. Our trained technicians go over every area of a vehicle to ensure it’s in great shape and meets the high standards set by Lexus. For example, they check the service history of the vehicle and ensure that any recalls have been carried out for it at the start of the inspection.
From there, the vehicle is thoroughly looked over inside and out, which includes looking for chipped paint, body damage, or issues with the windshield and windows. The original master key must be present, and Smart Key operation for the Lexus is tested, along with remote functionality and even how smoothly doors open and close. All exterior and interior lights are checked and replaced if needed, while the condition of the interior upholstery, seating, and carpets are also checked. They even ensure the driver’s floor mat is installed properly so that it remains safely in place and can’t slip or create a dangerous situation.
All of the vehicle’s electrical systems are inspected, including things like climate controls, the sound system, the infotainment display, and any other screens inside. The inspection includes everything under the hood, such as the motor oil, brake fluid, coolant, air filters, engine, transmission, and belts. There’s even a road test to ensure the vehicle doesn’t just look great but also provides a driving experience worthy of being L/Certified. This includes starting the vehicle, feeling how it idles, checking the feel of the transmission and steering, along with the brakes and alignment. Nothing is overlooked, and even the advanced safety features are tested to ensure they work properly.
Certified Benefits to Enjoy
Once all of this testing is performed and a vehicle passes, then it can be offered as an L/Certified model at our dealership. The peace of mind that you get from knowing each of these vehicles has been so thoroughly checked is just one benefit, however, and there are many more. Perhaps the most attractive perk of going with an L/Certified vehicle is that it comes with a two-year limited warranty that covers the entire vehicle. This is in addition to whatever remains of the four-year/50,000-mile new-vehicle warranty that every Lexus comes with. So you can get up to six years of coverage from an L/Certified Lexus. Best of all, there’s no mileage limit on the CPO warranty—it lasts a full two years from when it kicks in, regardless of how much you drive your car.
Along with this warranty coverage, a number of other benefits also come with these vehicles. For starters, every L/Certified model comes with Complimentary Maintenance that covers four factory-recommended services for two years or 20,000 miles, whichever comes first. This means you can easily stick to the recommended maintenance schedule for your vehicle with no out-of-pocket costs during this period. Since this is the best way to ensure your vehicle stays in great shape and gives you a terrific driving experience for many years to come, this sort of coverage is invaluable.
You also get complimentary Lexus Roadside Assistance with your vehicle for the duration of your L/Certified warranty coverage. This means no matter what sort of unexpected situations pop up, you’ll know who to turn to for help with your vehicle. It even comes with trip protection for when you’re far from home, which includes reimbursement for meals and lodging for up to three nights while covered repairs are performed on your vehicle. No matter what life throws at you, with an L/Certified vehicle, you have confidence that everything will be handled.
Straightforward L/Certified Financing
No matter what kind of vehicle you’re interested in—new or used—figuring out financing is always important. Fortunately, Lexus understands this and has set things up to make the financing process as simple and hassle-free as possible when you go with an L/Certified model. This gets you access to Lexus Financial Services (LFS) and a number of programs designed to ensure you get the best terms possible with your vehicle.
Perhaps most impressive of all, with LFS working for you, you can actually lease an L/Certified model if you’re interested in enjoying everything one offers without making a long-term commitment. Lease terms start as short as just 24 months, though they can extend up to 48 months, which makes it easy to figure out exactly what you need and make sure you get it. Whether you want to buy your next vehicle or lease it, LFS is ready to help you explore a number of options and make sure you drive away with financing that works for you.
Find the Used Lexus You’ve Been Looking For
As you can see, choosing an L/Certified vehicle is unlike any other used model and provides you with an unbeatable shopping experience. With so many fantastic benefits and strict requirements for what models are offered through this program, it is easy to understand why it is so highly ranked in the auto industry. These vehicles are the best of the best when it comes to a pre-owned Lexus, ensuring you get a car or SUV that provides you with fantastic performance for as long as you need it to, with unbeatable peace of mind while you enjoy everything it has to offer. This takes the hassle and headache out of shopping for a used model, which lets you focus on exploring different options and getting the perfect vehicle. That’s what shopping for a Lexus is all about.
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