When you’re shopping for a pre-owned vehicle, you may worry about whether the dealership or private seller is being honest about the condition of the car. Some sellers are eager to get rid of their vehicles, so they’re less than forthcoming. But when you shop through the Toyota Certified Program, you can feel confident about your purchase.

What Makes a Car Certified?

When a Toyota model is certified through this program, it has undergone a thorough inspection to ensure that it’s in excellent condition. Part of the process in getting a car certified also includes reconditioning all systems and components to meet Toyota’s exacting standards, and factory-trained technicians perform this service. You’ll get a complimentary CARFAX vehicle history report. The car also qualifies for an extended warranty, providing peace of mind to buyers.

What Is a 160-Point Inspection?

Every vehicle sold under the Toyota Certified Program has undergone a 160-point quality assurance inspection. This inspection includes a review of systems to make sure all meet Toyota standards, including audio and alarm systems, interior and exterior condition and appearance, tires and suspension systems, and much more.

What’s Included in the Warranty?

A Toyota Certified Vehicle also comes with a 12-month/12,000 mile comprehensive warranty and a 7-year/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty. For the first year of ownership, you’ll receive coverage for roadside assistance, so if an emergency happens when you’re on the road, you can call for help no matter where you are. More than 1,400 Toyota dealerships across the country honor the warranty on certified cars.

A car from the Toyota Certified Program offers many benefits that a vehicle purchased through a private seller just can’t match.

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