Things to look out before buying a 2016 CPO
12-15-2016, 05:15 PM
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Things to look out before buying a 2016 CPO
This question has been asked many times in the forum with most of answers being it's a CPO , there's nothing to worry about.
I am getting a 2016 C300 4MATIC out-of state tomorrow.What are some of things to watch out for before i sign the papers.
I am getting a 2016 C300 4MATIC out-of state tomorrow.What are some of things to watch out for before i sign the papers.
12-15-2016, 05:56 PM
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Take delivery in broad daylight, to expose any defects in the paint. The most common is burn marks (swirls) from over aggressive buffing, usually to hide scratches.
Do a top to bottom physical inspection inside and out. Standards for what constitutes a "CPO-ready" car vary wildly by dealer. Some present a thoroughly reconditioned car, some slap a little Armor-All on the tires and park it on the lot. Because the CPO extended limited warranty does not cover broken interior trim, missing or blown lamps, stained or damaged leather or upholstery, curbed wheels, etc. it's important to get that all addressed before taking delivery. Examine the underside of the front bumper for scuffs or splits.
Drive the car! It needs to get up to interstate speed (75+). There should be no vibrations. The car should track without pulling if you take your hands off the wheel. Do not buy the story that CPO will address it once you own the car. It needs to be handled before delivery. Bent wheels, tires with a slipped belt, bad alignments, etc are not covered by CPO.
Once you get the exterior/interior and driveability cleared, you can relax. CPO will handle anything else that crops up. It's a great program. If you plan on keeping the car beyond the year of the coverage that begins after the factory warranty expires, buy the extra two years of warranty. It'll run you around $4500. It's transferable or refundable if you sell the car before it ends.
Do a top to bottom physical inspection inside and out. Standards for what constitutes a "CPO-ready" car vary wildly by dealer. Some present a thoroughly reconditioned car, some slap a little Armor-All on the tires and park it on the lot. Because the CPO extended limited warranty does not cover broken interior trim, missing or blown lamps, stained or damaged leather or upholstery, curbed wheels, etc. it's important to get that all addressed before taking delivery. Examine the underside of the front bumper for scuffs or splits.
Drive the car! It needs to get up to interstate speed (75+). There should be no vibrations. The car should track without pulling if you take your hands off the wheel. Do not buy the story that CPO will address it once you own the car. It needs to be handled before delivery. Bent wheels, tires with a slipped belt, bad alignments, etc are not covered by CPO.
Once you get the exterior/interior and driveability cleared, you can relax. CPO will handle anything else that crops up. It's a great program. If you plan on keeping the car beyond the year of the coverage that begins after the factory warranty expires, buy the extra two years of warranty. It'll run you around $4500. It's transferable or refundable if you sell the car before it ends.
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12-15-2016, 06:09 PM
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Thank you Mike, i was looking for an answer like the this.
I got a quote for the extra 2 years warranty on top of 5 years for "$1800" and i plan to taking this.
Not so sure on the prepaid maintenance, was quoted 1250 for 3 services(BAB).
I got a quote for the extra 2 years warranty on top of 5 years for "$1800" and i plan to taking this.
Not so sure on the prepaid maintenance, was quoted 1250 for 3 services(BAB).
