While most car shoppers might assume that there are simply new and used vehicles, there are some important differences between used, certified pre-owned, and another category some might not think of: courtesy transportation vehicles.
Courtesy transport vehicles are used by dealerships like ours as transportation for a customer when their car is in for long-term repairs. These courtesy cars are regularly serviced and maintained by our staff, and they often have low miles because they’re not used every day. If this type of vehicle sounds appealing, you may want to consider buying a courtesy transport model.
Professional Service and Maintenance
Because courtesy vehicles are maintained by the dealership, they’ve had only had the best technicians work on it. These vehicles get regular oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections — and there’s no lapse in service. Plus, dealerships like ours use only genuine OEM parts, which means the courtesy transport vehicle is like-new. There are few cars more reliable than those owned by mechanics and dealerships, and we truly know how to take care of a vehicle.
Low Mileage
Loaner vehicles are only given to people who might need a courtesy ride while their vehicle is in the shop. As such, courtesy transport models are not driven regularly, which means they come with much lower mileage than you might ordinarily find on a used vehicle. Dealerships need to upgrade to different courtesy vehicles after a few years, but that leaves the older models available to sell. Scoop up one of these prized used vehicles, and you could get exceptional bang for your buck.
Affordable Pricing
Because courtesy transport vehicles are a type of used car, it means they come with a lower sticker price than a new model. For those looking to save money, a courtesy vehicle is ideal. Many new vehicles lose a large portion of their value in the first few years due to depreciation. With a used courtesy transport vehicle, you avoid that initial depreciation without having to deal with much wear and tear.
