Why a Certified Pre-Owned Acura Might Be Right for You

Many people come to the Hall Acura Virginia Beach showroom, they want to be the first owner of the vehicle they leave with. There are some undeniable benefits to being the first owner of a vehicle, but since Acura models are built to last, a Certified Pre-owned (CPO) model can offer a like-new experience at a more accessible budget. Still not sure? Acura holds its CPO models to an equally high standard as its new models, and only the best pre-owned vehicles can get the Acura seal of approval to become Certified Pre-Owned.

Inspections

Before it can be distinguished as a Certified Pre-owned Acura, each model must go through rigorous inspections to ensure that it meets Acura’s high standards. Each vehicle must be under 80,000 miles and under six years old to become an Acura CPO. From there, our technicians check every component on the vehicle, replace any worn items, and go through Acura’s 182-point precision-crafted checklist so that nothing is left unchecked. When the vehicle is ready to be sold to a client, it’s in pristine condition, looking nearly new. 

Higher Standards

In addition to age and mileage restrictions, we also have other considerations when choosing a model as a CPO. It’s very unlikely that our team would accept a pre-owned vehicle that’s been in an accident, had a spotty maintenance history, or showed signs of neglect. Most CPO models will also have detailed reports and documentation available. Many of the vehicles in our CPO inventory are previously leased vehicles that were contractually required to be serviced in accordance with Acura’s maintenance schedule. 

Warranties & Other Coverage

When you decide to purchase a pre-owned vehicle from an independent dealer, they may offer you some aftermarket warranty options, but none of them can compare to the coverage you get when you get a CPO model from Hall Acura Virginia Beach. Acura offers a 7 year*/100,000 mile** powertrain warranty and a 2 year*/100,000 mile** warranty for non-powertrain items. That’s the confidence you can count on. In addition to the warranties, Acura also offers roadside assistance which includes emergency towing, fuel delivery, battery jump-start, lockout assistance, and flat tire changes. CPO owners will also have access to Acura Care®, Trip Interruption Expense Reimbursement, Concierge Service, and AcuraLink®. 

Better Financing Options

You may have noticed that CPO models tend to carry a slightly higher cost than traditional used cars. That’s because the vehicle is offered in like-new condition with very few signs of wear and backed by a factory warranty. These assurances mean we can also offer well-qualified buyers a better interest rate than traditional used vehicles. When you choose to finance through Acura Financial Services, we can offer you a better interest rate because the vehicle is a certified pre-owned model. The added cost can sometimes be completely negated by the possibility of a better interest rate. 

If you’re still set on buying a brand new Acura, we can’t blame you. Take a look at our new inventory and our pre-owned inventory as well before you decide. For help navigating the differences and what works best for you, contact our sales team online today or visit our showroom at 3200 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452.

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* From the original in-service date of the vehicle.
** Based on odometer miles.