Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Explored

When it comes time for a new vehicle in Columbia, brand-new Cadillac vehicles may simply be too much of an investment. Everyone’s budget is different, and fresh-off-the-lot vehicles aren’t for everyone’s preferences. On the flip side of the coin, pre-owned vehicles may carry the risk of high-price tag repairs down the road that drivers don’t want to worry about. Thankfully, certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles meet you in the middle of new quality at pre-owned pricing — with plenty of additional benefits to boot.

Certified pre-owned cars are nearly new vehicles that offer greater savings without sacrificing dependability, delivering years of reliable driving at a fraction of the cost of new Cadillac vehicles — often with many of the same cutting-edge comforts and safety features. Let’s look at what meets the qualification of a CPO vehicle and how they compare to traditional pre-owned vehicles.

What is a Cadillac CPO?

In essence, a Cadillac CPO is a newer pre-owned vehicle that meets certain criteria to be designated as such and offers lower mileage and usage on a pre-owned vehicle. It’s the crossroads between new and pre-owned vehicles for shoppers in South Carolina. To be titled a CPO, Cadillac cars need to:

• Undergo a 172-point inspection for quality
• Have a clean vehicle history report (no accidents, no major repairs)
• Have fewer than 50,000 miles driven
• Be under four (4) years old

If any of these criteria aren’t met, then the vehicle doesn’t qualify to be sold as a Cadillac CPO.

The Benefits of a Cadillac CPO

When purchasing a new Cadillac sedan or SUV, while it’s thrilling to have a brand-new vehicle with all the latest features, one thing drivers need to contend with is the value of the car depreciates fairly quickly with every mile driven away from the lot. On the other hand, pre-owned vehicles, while providing great savings, may have issues lying in wait that you’ll need to handle and pay for at a Columbia auto repair shop.

Purchasing certified pre-owned cars means that the depreciation in value has already happened, which is why they’re more affordable than new vehicles. Also, the lower mileage and passing the CPO inspection means that they’ll run more reliably for longer before needing any major work done (be sure to keep on top of basic maintenance, such as oil changes, tire maintenance, and similar services).

For peace of mind, Cadillac CPO vehicles come with an additional warranty (one-year limited warranty) to protect the vehicle and extend the original bumper-to-bumper warranty (four years, 50,000 miles). Cadillac also provides a courtesy alternate form of transportation if your vehicle undergoes extensive warranty repairs.

Certified Pre-Owned Cadillacs for Sale in Columbia

To fully understand the difference between pre-owned and certified pre-owned Cadillac vehicles, visit our Columbia Cadillac dealership, located at 4035 Kaiser Hill Rd, Columbia, SC 29203. Our team is ready to help answer any questions and find the right CPO Cadillac for your needs and budget. The style, performance, safety, and charm of a Cadillac are unmatched, and we’ll be happy to find you the car of your dreams at a rate you’ll love.

Contact us or call us today at (803) 757-4503 for more information and to set up a test drive for your next CPO Cadillac vehicle.