The Chevrolet Corvette is an iconic American sports car with world-class acceleration and handling. For many people in Baltimore and beyond, the most affordable way to acquire this curvaceous classic is to get a pre-owned model. However, should you buy a used Corvette or a certified pre-owned Corvette? Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City has both types for sale at our dealership, and we’ll be glad to help you decide.
Advantages of Buying a Used Chevy Corvette
Many Philadelphia drivers like the older generations of Chevy Corvettes because of their long hoods and definitive styling. In that case, a used Corvette may be just what you need. Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City offers used Corvettes dating back to the 2003 model year, and you may be able to land a highly sought-after special edition. We also offer 2023 models that have barely been driven.
All the pre-owned Corvettes at our dealership were stringently vetted for quality, and they all come with free CARFAX vehicle history reports that have information about the car’s title background, service records, and details about any reported accident it was in (if there were any). People typically take extremely good care of luxury sports cars like Corvettes, so Washington drivers are likely to get thousands of reliable miles from a used model they paid less to buy.
Benefits of Certified Pre-Owned Chevy Corvettes
If you’re a first-time buyer, or you just want more certainty about a car’s dependability, consider purchasing a GM-certified pre-owned Corvette. Not every car can be GM-certified. To earn certification, the Corvette must be less than six model years old and have no more than 75,000 miles on its odometer. People in New York will breathe easier knowing that the Corvette had to pass a 172-point inspection to qualify for the CPO program.
Warranties
You’ll have even more confidence with a CPO Chevy Corvette’s warranty coverage. Each certified pre-owned Corvette is backed by a 6-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty and a 12-month/12,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, so if anything should go wrong, it’s paid for. This can be a huge consideration, as most non-CPO vehicles have little or no warranty backing.
Roadside Assistance and Other Perks
Florida drivers will have even more peace of mind with our roadside assistance program. If you should have car trouble far from home, we’ll come to your aid with things like tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, and lockout assistance. We’ll even provide free towing to the nearest Chevrolet service center, if necessary.
Other rewards that come with a CPO Corvette include a one-month trial of OnStar® Premium Plan coverage and a three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM® satellite radio. People in Atlantic City can also have their CPO Corvette entered into GM’s Scheduled Maintenance Program for two years or 24,000 miles after vehicle delivery. Additionally, complimentary courtesy transportation will be provided while your Corvette is being serviced for six years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Price vs. Risk
In the end, it mostly comes down to how much you’re able to pay versus how much risk you’re willing to take. If you’d like a classic Corvette that’s more than six years old, a used model is your only option. Baltimore drivers who need more assurance about their car may find it worth the extra money to buy a certified pre-owned Corvette. If the vehicle is a second car that you won’t drive every day, you may wish to pay less for a regular used Corvette.
Contact Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City to Learn More about CPO Corvettes
A Corvette is a significant investment that you shouldn’t take lightly. If you have room in your budget for a certified pre-owned Corvette, it may provide more reassurance than an ordinary used car. However, if you don’t need the warranties, buying a used Corvette may be the most prudent alternative. The sales team at Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City will happily discuss your options and assist you in finding a model you’ll love at rates you can afford. Contact us to learn more today.