Certified Pre-Owned Vs. Used? What’s Better for Me?

When you’re shopping for a used car, you’ll pop up the big question at some point: Should I purchase a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle or a used ride? After all, both options help you find a swift and luxurious car at a price that fits your budget—but the way both go about it (and the perks you’ll find) are entirely different. Stick with us as we go over the pros and cons of a Certified Pre-owned car vs. used model—and visit us at BMW of Tampa in Tampa, FL, to test drive the CPO vehicles that stand out to you.

But First…What Exactly Is a CPO Car?

A BMW Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is just as the name implies—it’s a used car that comes with a colossal list of perks and can pass a variety of intense qualifications. Specifically, each BMW CPO model must undergo an extensive and detailed 360° inspection, performed by trained and certified experts who understand BMW vehicles inside and out—from the motor to tech and even cosmetic details, a model must meet our strict standards before entering our Certified Pre-Owned Inventory. Plus, each model must have less than 60,000 miles to help ensure you’re getting a ride in near like-new condition to help make sure you have plenty more miles to enjoy.

Alongside a quality assurance procedures, each BMW CPO vehicle rides by your side with BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty, which offers coverage for a year with unlimited miles after the expiration of the 4-year/50,000-mile BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty to help bring full peace of mind to your drives. When the unexpected happens, you’ll also have 24/7 Roadside Assistance to come to the rescue, whether you’re stranded on an empty tank or you ran over a sharp object and need a quick tire replacement.

What Vehicles Will I Find in the CPO Inventory?

When you shop the BMW Certified Pre-Owned stock, you’ll only find BMW models from recent years with relatively low mileage (unlike general used cars which can include virtually anything in any condition. So, want to bask in track-geared action? CPO BMW M4 models have arrived in our inventory before (we’re even an M Certified Center with specialized training to help cater to these performance-driven vehicles). Or, if a smooth urban cruise is more your style, sleek models like the X3 can also appear in our inventory. That’s only the start of what you can find when you shop CPO—so check in often and act fast when you see a model you like.

Smooth and Certified Action-Packed Luxury Awaits in Tampa

Ready to find a pre-owned BMW model that’s geared to your driving needs and budget? Visit us today at BMW of Tampa to test drive your favorite Certified Pre-Owned BMW cars and SAVs. While you’re here, we’ll also assist you in any way possible, whether it’s going into more details about Certified Pre-Owned vs used, helping you find the ultimate ride, or even answering your questions—it’s how we step up as your local BMW dealership.