While buying a certified pre-owned vehicle is similar to buying any used car, there are significant differences you should be aware of before you go shopping.
According to a recent J.D. Power and Associates study, sales of certified used cars have increased 46 percent since 2000. For many people, certified used cars have become affordable alternatives to new cars.
With the rise in popularity of certified used or "certified pre-owned" vehicles, many used car ads seem to tout the "certified" name without really living up to the promise of a car that is backed by the manufacturer with an impressive warranty and top-notch dealership experience.