Say the words "used car," and what comes to mind? Do you think of high mileage, being ten years old, and hidden defects? Visit Subaru of Kennesaw to learn what a certified pre-owned Subaru offers, and your whole idea of a used vehicle will change. You will start thinking of a factory-backed powertrain warranty and rigorous inspection from front to rear.
Meeting High Standards
The precise engineering, performance, safety profile, and capabilities of the Subaru built into a Subaru make the cars and SUVs enduring. To ensure that anyone who wants a Subaru can buy one, we sell all models of certified pre-owned Subaru vehicles.
For starters, a certified pre-owned Subaru is no more than five years old. At first glance, it has to look well-maintained and in great condition outside and in. The visual inspection is just the beginning but an important one. We will not put a Subaru through the certification process if it is obviously damaged. This means a pre-owned Subaru in Marietta enters the certification process already at an advantage.
The next step is verifying the vehicle's history with a CARFAX® report. You never have to worry about ownership.
Certification Process
The certification process begins with a 152-point inspection that has several categories. One section verifies the VIN number and status of the original warranty. Another section requires running a CARFAX® vehicle history report. If there is no clean title or there is an adverse retail disclosure, the vehicle is not eligible for certification.
The most extended section on the 152-point inspection list concerns checking the interior and exterior and verifying everything works as it should. The inspection includes tires, any repairs needed to the body panel, door and window seals, turn signals and brake lights, headlights, windshield wipers, and more.
The interior inspection checks that everything is working correctly and verifies the condition of various items, like the headliner. The items checked include the ignition, air conditioner and heating system, navigation system, power windows and locks, radio, brake pedal, seat movements, all materials, safety locks, security system, and dozens of other features.
On the Road Again
Then, the Subaru is ready for a road test. This set of steps verifies engine and transmission performance, steering wheel alignment, turn signals, cruise control, etc. The road test also determines if any rattles, squeaks, wind noises, or vibrations need addressing. After the road test, we recheck items like emissions, parking brakes, and fluid levels.
The last step comprises the final preparation process, meaning decals are removed, and everything from windows to the license plate frames is cleaned. At that point, the pre-owned Subaru is ready for sale, and there is little doubt you will be impressed by the appearance and performance.
The certification process is used for all Subaru models. They include SUVs like the Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback, including Wilderness models, the Ascent SUV, Impreza, and Legacy cars, and the performance BRZ and WRX models. The electric Solterra also undergoes the same rigorous inspection process. Additional items were added to the checklist for those unique to the electric vehicle design.
Optional Protection
The factory-backed certification of a pre-owned Subaru leads to a 7-year, 100,000-mile powertrain coverage plan. Woodstock drivers get 24/7 roadside assistance and a one-year trial subscription to the STARLINK® Safety Plus package, including automatic collision notification.
By the way, the 100,000-mile coverage extends the 5-year and 60,000-mile powertrain warranties that new Subaru owners get. When you buy a pre-certified, pre-owned Subaru near Smyrna, it is with the knowledge you are not getting a "used car." You are getting a certified pre-owned vehicle brought as close as possible to a new status.
Subaru has two optional upgrade packages if Canton drivers want even more coverage for up to 100,000 miles. The Classic Plan with Roadside Assistance covers almost 1,000 major components like engine and transmission parts and provides towing and rental car reimbursement for covered repairs. The Gold Plus Plan with Roadside Assistance includes everything the Classic plan covers, plus more parts and various travel assistance benefits.
Learn More
Visit near Kennesaw for a more detailed explanation of the certification process for a certified pre-owned Subaru. Then, test drive the certified pre-owned Subaru of your choice to understand better how the Subaru is built to last.
