See the value a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle has to offer shoppers looking for a deal and peace of mind

At L.T. Bengal Motor Company, located in Kingston, NY, we've got a fine selection of pre-owned vehicles. The inventory is made up of quality vehicles that receive a thorough inspection before getting a sale tag, though we understand there are shoppers who want more assurances when they're shopping pre-owned. If you're in that category and are looking for one of the best possible "pre-loved" vehicles, you'll want to learn about the Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (CPOV) program!

Know the ins and outs of the CPOV program

A CPOV is a pre-owned option that has met special requirements. Only certain pre-owned vehicles are eligible for this title!

What are the requirements a CPOV must meet? For a vehicle to even be considered, it must be younger than five model years and have less than 75,000 miles. This ensures that a shopper is going to get contemporary styles, recent technology, and plenty of mileage left on the vehicle.

The vehicle must then pass an extensive 125-point inspection. Certified technicians look for ownership materials, perform several road checks, review major components, and note the vehicle's appearance. If any parts are needed they only order genuine parts or accessories to complete the job!

What Certified brands do you carry? Even though you'll find pre-owned Ford, Honda, or Toyota vehicles at our dealership, when it comes to Certified models we only carry our brands of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and FIAT.

Does a CPOV cost more than a "normal" pre-owned car? Because a vehicle that earns a CPOV title has reached such high standards, you'll generally pay more for a CPOV Chrysler 300 than your standard used Chrysler 300, for example. That said, the CPOV route is still less expensive than buying new. There are also additional perks that shoppers who buy a CPOV get that they wouldn't if they were buying a standard pre-owned model.

What are the CPOV vehicle perks?

The CPOV designation and quality are desirable enough, but when you drive away in a CPOV vehicle you'll get warranties and other perks.

Warranties: protection when you need it is one of the biggest perks of buying certified. Below are the three warranties you'll receive.

Roadside assistance and car rentals: whether you're in town or a few states over, you can get 24-hour roadside assistance up to $100 per occurrence. Perks include gas, flat-tire service, battery-jump assistance, a lockout service, and towing help! If your car is undriveable and in for maintenance, you'll receive rental car reimbursement.

Additional goodies: all CPOV come with a free CARFAX report so you can get insights into your car's past. There's even a complimentary 3-month subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio, which provides way more options than your local radio station.

Next Steps

The CPOV program is a great way to save on a car, get additional perks, and feel more comfortable about the prospect of buying used. Our CPOV inventory is small, but it does change often so keep checking in. If one of the models catches your eye, we invite you to stop into our dealership for a test drive and an opportunity to sit down with a rep from our finance department to discuss payment plans and additional coverage options.

We look forward to meeting you and helping you drive away with a safe, reliable, and well-priced ride from our favorite brands!