Certified used?

[Texas4runnerguy]

Is there a way that I could buy a 4runner from a private party take it to a dealership and get it certified used for a fee? I feel like maybe this could be cheaper then buying a certified car from the dealership. Just a thought.

 

[Acidmeld]

Ive never heard of that happening. The only person that could answer for sure would be the used car manager at the dealership, but i doubt they would go for it. I believe the vehicle has to be owned by the dealer at the time of certification.

 

[JohnnyT]

I bet they'll do it.... But At the price of an extended warranty.

That is what BMW did to me. Wanted a 1 yr old car that was not certified. I got it certified at a negotiated price that was better but similar to an extended warranty.

 

[Texas4runnerguy]

I bet they'll do it.... But At the price of an extended warranty.

That is what BMW did to me. Wanted a 1 yr old car that was not certified. I got it certified at a negotiated price that was better but similar to an extended warranty.

You remember how much you paid for that if you dont mind me asking.

 

[CookieRoe]

Ive never heard of that happening. The only person that could answer for sure would be the used car manager at the dealership, but i doubt they would go for it. I believe the vehicle has to be owned by the dealer at the time of certification.

I agree. Unless they can track down EVERY maintenance item that was done, EVEN at a price. I sincerely doubt they would "certify it". Keep us posted

 

[JohnnyT]

You remember how much you paid for that if you dont mind me asking.

$1400. In BMW-world, that's cheap for an additional 2 years of coverage. Not much under $1k with any repairs to those cars.

But ...... There is no car like a BMW. None. You can only know what I'm talking about by driving one. When my hockey- playing kids are out and I no longer need the utility, then I will be back in one.

But I love my T4R also.

 

[jow]

1. I asked and was told Dealers would only certify their sales. I can see it could very per dealer??

2. Certifications are transferable with previous certified T4R, which are registered with Toyota.

3. Certified T4R are inspected closer but 160 checks?? You are charged for certification and needs.

4. The Certifying Ext/Warranties are in the hands of the selling Dealer vs Toyota after the initial new etc.

5. I was very surprised that Toyota d/n own any of the Dealerships or have any used warranties etc..

6. I was told certifying was a 500. Fee but the needed work and inspections were above the list cost.

7. A package came with the certification, ext/warr as no deductible at selling Dealer “too far away”.

8. IMO, what ever is needed/involved should be in the list price + TTL but that is not always true.

Do your homework and have some time. It took me 4 mo to find what I felt was a deal with questions now. That w/n probably be an issue unless some warranty work is needed.

Good Luck With Your Experiences! jow