Understanding Pre-Owned Classifications
When searching for a pre-owned vehicle online, you sometimes see a classification attached to the make, model and year. We understand that without the value of having a sales consultant at your side to answer your questions, it can be difficult to understand the differences between these classifications. To help you make informed buying decisions, we've compiled a list of definitions to explain these classifications, starting with our Darling's Certified Pre-Owned classification.
Darling's Certified Pre-OwnedWhy Choose a Darling's Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?
- Rigorous 120+ point inspection
- 100,000 mile limited warranty
- Darling's Rental Assistance Program
- 30 Day / 1,000 mile 100% Darling's Limited Warranty
- 3 Month / 3,000 Mile Powertrain Service Contract
- 24 Hour Roadside Assistance
- Free Vehicle History Report
- And more!10 Year / 100,000 Mile Limited Warranty:Hyundai, Kia7 Year / 100,000 Mile Limited Warranty:Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota6 Year / 100,000 Mile Limited Warranty:Chevrolet, GMC, Buick
A Smart Choice
Darling's Certified vehicles are the best of the best among our pre-owned selection at Darling's! You're getting a low mileage, late model vehicle that has been gone over with a fine tooth comb by our experienced technicians. Every Darling's Certified vehicle is backed by an exclusive 100,000 mile Darling's Limited Warranty for up to 10 years. Best of all, your enjoying the savings of purchasing a pre-owned vehicle.
Peace Of Mind
A vehicle must be newer than 5 years and have under 60,000 miles to qualify as Darling's Certified Pre-Owned. This means you are not getting an older or high-mileage vehicle.
Every approved vehicle has been through a 120+ point inspection performed by and experienced Darling's technician. Rest assured you're getting a quality pre-owned vehicle that's backed by Darling's. Each Darling's Certified vehicle is thoroughly detailed inside and out by our professional reconditioning team, so it looks as good as it drives.
Check out our other pre-owned vehicle lines below.
OEM Certified Pre-Owned
- Manufacturer Certified Cars, Trucks, Vans, & SUVs
- Certified Manufacturer Warranty
- Factory Finance Incentives
- Certified Level Reconditioning and Inspection Standards
- Available Wrap Service Contracts up to 100,000 Miles
- Darling's Rental Assistance Program
- 30 Day / 1,000 Mile 100% Darling's Limited Warranty
- 3 Month / 3,000 Mile Powertrain Service Contract
- 24 Hour Roadside Assistance
- Free Vehicle History Report
Premium Line
- Full Line of Late Model, Low Mileage Cars, Trucks, Vans & SUVs
- Available Comprehensive Service Contracts Up to 100,000 Miles
- Darling's Rental Assistance Program
- 30 Day / 1,000 Mile 100% Darling's Limited Warranty
- 3 Month / 3,000 Mile Powertrain Service Contract
- Level IV Reconditioning and Inspection
- Free Vehicle History Report
- Darling's 51-Point Inspection
Value Line
- Full line of Quality, Pre-Owned Cars, Trucks, Vans, & SUVs
- 30 Day / 1,000 Mile 50/50 Darling's Limited Warranty
- 3 Month / 3,000 Mile Powertrain Service Contract
- Level III Reconditioning and Inspection
- Darling's 27-Point Inspection
- Available Extended Service Contracts
- Free Vehicle History Report
- Available Comprehensive Service Contracts up to 100,000 Miles
Inspected Wholesale
• Select Wholesale Cars, Trucks, Vans & SUVs
• State Inspection Warranty Only
• Level III Reconditioning
• Darling's 27-Point Inspection
• 30 Day Temporary Plates
Non-Inspected Wholesale Tow-Off Vehicles
• Select Wholesale Cars, Trucks, Vans & SUVs
• No Warranties Implied or Otherwise
• No State Inspection Sticker
• Completed Unsafe Motor Vehicle Form
• Must Be Towed From Lot
• Level II Reconditioning
Make an Informed Buying Decision
Our hope is that you now have a better understanding of how our dealership classifies pre-owned vehicles. Click the button below to browse our pre-owned inventory, or call 207-992-1520 and schedule an appointment with a sales consultant today. Hint: after you've browsed your way to a vehicle you're interested in, you can click to make an appointment right from the detail page!