Drivers in the market for a used Ram vehicle may want to check out cars under their certified pre-owned program. Many manufacturers have a certified pre-owned (CPO) program, and each one is set up differently. Read on to learn about the specifics of the Ram CPO program.
Ram Certified Pre-Owned cars are always under five years old, have less than 65,000 miles, and come complete with a seven-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty.
Inspection
In order to ensure that all Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles are safe to drive, Ram subjects all CPO vehicles to a 125-point inspection that includes the following procedures and areas:
- Under-hood checks
- Operational checks
- Road Test
- Steering Performance
- Equipment Operation
- Powertrain performance
- Braking performance
- Scheduled maintenance
- Exterior and interior condition and detailing
Warranty
Ram CPO vehicles come with a limited warranty, which covers repairs or replacements of major powertrain components (which includes the engine, transmission, and driveline) for seven years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes certain benefits including:
A complete CARFAX vehicle history report including the service record.
A 24-hour roadside assistance program that offers emergency services and security services including: flat tire service, gas delivery up to two gallons, battery jump assistance, lockout service, and towing service. For details on specific reimbursement or allowance amounts, see an authorized Ram CPO dealer.
Reimbursement for rental services in the event that your vehicle requires warranty repairs, up to $35 per day (with a maximum total of $175 per instance).
A three-month trial subscription to Sirius XM All Access satellite radio.
Pricing
Purchasing a Certified Pre-Owned Ram vehicle instead of a used vehicle can make a minimal difference in the price at most dealerships. The bottom line will usually be around 11% higher than a regular “used” vehicle.
For example, at the time of this article in April 2016, a used 2012 Ram 1500 has a Kelley Blue Book value of $14,724 the same vehicle in the Ram CPO program is priced around $16,340.
Compare Ram to other Certified Pre-Owned car programs.
Whether you decide to go with a CPO car, it's always wise to have an independent certified mechanic inspect any used car before buying it. Certified Pre-Owned does not mean the car is in perfect condition, and any used car can come with serious issues that aren't apparent to an untrained eye. If you're in the market to buy a used car, schedule a pre-purchase inspection for total peace of mind.
