A 172-Point Inspection Sets Chevy CPO Apart From the Competition

I’m sure you’ve heard the term “certified pre-owned” before, but do you really know what that means? Also, why is the Chevy certified pre-owned (CPO) program a better value than those of its competitors? The answer comes down to the comprehensive inspection process done at a certified pre-owned Chevrolet dealership that means that a Chevy CPO car, truck, or SUV is of a higher quality than a standard used car. What is the CPO Chevy inspection process?

This is a 172-point inspection that every used Chevy vehicle must undergo before it can be considered for the Chevy CPO program. It is this inspection process that gives you peace of mind that when you buy a Chevy CPO vehicle, you are getting the highest quality and most dependable used car, truck, or SUV on the market. These vehicles can only be sold by a certified pre-owned Chevrolet dealer like DePaula Chevrolet of Albany, New York. At our dealership, we are proud to offer you the finest selection of Chevy CPO cars, trucks, and SUVs available today at prices that can’t be beat. When you stop in, our sales staff will be happy to explain all of the great benefits of buying Chevy CPO.

A Critical Selection Process

Each used Chevy car, truck, and SUV must undergo a highly critical selection process before being considered eligible for the CPO program. This is where the word “certification” is so important in CPO. First, the particular used Chevy must be no more than six years older than the current model year. Therefore, if the current Chevy model available for sale is a 2021 model year, then the specific vehicle cannot be older than the 2015 model year to be considered for the CPO Program. This will ensure that you are getting a vehicle with some of the most updated and upgraded features available to that specific model.

Next, the used Chevy vehicle will have its odometer checked and verified for total vehicle miles. If the odometer shows that it has been driven for more than 75,000 miles, then it is eliminated from consideration for the Chevrolet CPO Program. Again, this is done to ensure that there is less wear-and-tear on your Chevy CPO vehicle than on any other used car available on the market.

The initial stage of the process is completed by pulling a CARFAX Vehicle History Report. Each vehicle has a vehicle identification number or VIN, which is then sent to CARFAX to obtain a vehicle history report. This comprehensive document lists a great deal of important information about the specific Chevy vehicle, including the title history, whether it was ever stolen or submerged, if it was involved in an accident, whether the airbags were ever deployed, and how many prior owners it has had.

If there is anything that may raise an issue on the CARFAX Vehicle History Report, such as a major repair or a gloss on the vehicle title, then the specific Chevy will be eliminated from consideration for the Chevy CPO Program. Your certified pre-owned Chevrolet dealer will give you a copy of this CARFAX Vehicle History Report for free so that you can have all the facts necessary to make an educated decision. This is just one more benefit of the Chevy CPO Program.

A Comprehensive 172-Point Inspection That Covers All the Bases

Once a used Chevy vehicle has made it through the preliminary stage of the CPO process, it will undergo a comprehensive 172-point inspection. This is done to ensure that the vehicle and all its features function properly. It is also conducted to complete any open safety recalls, make any necessary repairs, and get the vehicle into top condition before it is put on the dealer’s lot for sale.

The 172-point inspection is broken down into 10 different areas to make sure all the bases are covered. The first part is an investigation into the vehicle’s history, including checking the vehicle’s Trouble Codes in its system. This will alert the technician conducting the inspection to any potential problem areas. Second, all required maintenance for the next scheduled interval will be completed, such as oil and filter change, and all battery and critical fluid levels checked and topped off if necessary.

The third stage involves an inspection of the brakes and tires. This will ensure that the treads have sufficient depth, the brake pads have enough friction material, and that the tires all have the same brand and size. Once this is complete, the technician will move onto the fourth stage, which is to check the detailing and clean the interior and exterior to provide an ideal appearance.

The fifth part of the process is a full road test, with the technician checking the engine and transmission performance, vehicle stability, steering, HVAC system, and other critical functions. If there is a need for any repairs or service, these will be completed before moving onto the sixth phase, the functional evaluation. This step will test other systems, like OnStar, airbags, and parking brakes.

The seventh part of the process is a complete and thorough inspection of the engine compartment. If there are any existing conditions, the technician will make the necessary repairs or replace missing or defective parts. This will be followed by step eight, an inspection of the vehicle’s undercarriage. This will involve reviewing and repairing the Chevy vehicle’s brakes, suspension, drivetrain, and frame.

The final two inspections are of the review and repair of the interior and exterior components. The technician will check the lighting, seats, controls, steering wheel, and Chevy infotainment system to ensure that everything functions properly. Next, the technician will check the exterior glass, lights, and body panels to ensure there is no need for any repair or replacement of parts. Anything found wrong at any point in this process must be fully repaired or replaced before the vehicle can qualify as a CPO.

If you are buying a Chevy CPO hybrid vehicle, then there will be five additional points of inspection. First, the technician will check the Chevy hybrid’s transmission. Second, the battery will be checked to make sure it is functioning correctly. This is followed by step three, an inspection of the starter and generator control module. Finally, for the last two steps, the technician will ensure that the Auto Stop and Auto Restart on the Chevy hybrid are working correctly.

Once the Chevy CPO vehicle has successfully completed the 172-point inspection with all open safety recalls and repairs taken care of, it is ready for sale under the Chevy CPO Program. This comprehensive inspection covers all aspects of the vehicle, so you can be confident that it won’t break down the second you drive it off the lot. Plus, CPOs come with an extra level of security if the inspection does miss a problem or an issue arises after you’ve bought it.

Great Benefits Offered By the Chevy CPO Program

When you buy a Chevy CPO vehicle, you are getting an unrivaled assortment of benefits aside from just an amazing Chevy car, truck, or SUV at a great price. For example, every Chevy CPO vehicle comes with a 6-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty. This will cover you for what is often the most expensive repair you can have on a vehicle.

Next, you also get a 12-month/12,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, which will cover practically everything else on your Chevy CPO car, truck, or SUV. Both of these warranties have no deductible, so you won’t go out-of-pocket on repairs covered by them. Chevy also gives you participation in the Vehicle Exchange Program. If you are not satisfied with your Chevy CPO vehicle, you can take it back to the dealer in 3-days or 150-miles from the date of purchase for a full exchange for another Chevy, Buick, or GMC vehicle.

Each Chevy CPO vehicle also includes participation in Chevrolet’s Scheduled Maintenance Program with two free maintenance visits within the first two years or 24,000 miles of your ownership. This will cover you for oil and filter changes, tire rotations, and multipoint inspections. You also get a free 3-month trial of the OnStar Safety & Security Plan and Connected Services, as well as a SiriusXM satellite radio trial subscription.

There Is Nothing Quite Like a Chevy CPO

There is a reason why Chevy offers so many exceptional benefits in its CPO Program. That is because it takes the time to make sure that only the best used Chevy cars, trucks, and SUVs are eligible for participation in the program. It also limits sales of Chevy CPO vehicles to certified Chevy pre-owned dealers like DePaula Chevrolet. Come in today and let us show you why your next vehicle should be a Chevy CPO car, truck, or SUV, with all the great benefits of the Chevy CPO Program. We have plenty of CPO options for you to choose from and will gladly walk you through all the perks of owning a CPO. Stop by our dealership now and discover how Chevy CPOs are a cut above the rest.