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How To Get The Best Certified Pre-Owned Luxury Vehicles For Less

By: Gregory Smyth
Post Date: 2008-11-19

It is the very first thing you need to know when you are thinking about replacing a car - whether you will be searching for a new or used vehicle. The protection that a long warranty offers, as well as the almost guaranteed hassle free operation of the first few years of owning your new vehicle, are lures that don't only belong to the new luxury vehicle market in Hong Kong any more.

Since the introduction of many certified pre-owned vehicle programs in the late 90s and early 2000s, second hand is no longer seen as second best.
Intellichoice.com says that according to their consumer surveys, the peace of mind is the most important factor for consumers that decide to buy a luxury automobile in Hong Kong and elsewhere in the world.

Certified pre-owned cars go back to the manufacturer to be refurbished and checked over, and as long as it is a low mileage and only slightly used vehicle, it can go back onto the market. Often there is more than ten thousand dollars shaved off the price of these luxury cars in HK, yet they come with a mnaufacturer's warranty, as well as other benefits.

Mercedes has always been the top name in luxury cars, and they are now one of the top names in luxury autos in Hong Kong that are pre-owned, also. One of the most highly recommended Mercedes vehicles according to consumer surveys is the A200. Great for city drivers, the small car packs a lot of luxury punch.

The sleek nose and otherwise chic styling turn heads, while the leather interior, classy fascia and premium surround sound system pampers the driver and passengers. There is no need to think about electric cars in Hong Kong, or even diesel vehicles - the fuel efficiency of this mini-monster of a Mercedes vehicle is unbelievable.

Mercedes also came in consumers list of favorites with their CLK200, one of the best selling midsize luxury cars in Hong Kong. The responsive 1.8 liter engine delivers 120kw - plenty of grunt for its size. It takes 9L per 100 km - only a couple of liters above some diesel models, which are renowned for their fuel efficiency.

If safety is a concern for you when buying a CPO, the CLK200 comes with anti-lock brakes, six airbags in its none-too-large frame, tire pressure sensors, and plenty of controls at thumbs-length on the multi-function steering wheel.

Volvo is said to have one of the best CPO (certified pre-owned) programs for luxury vehicles in Hong Kong. There are no roadside assistance costs for CPO Volvos for the duration of the standard 72 month / 100,000kn warranty.

However, one of the most importantthings for consumers is that if a certified pre-owned vehicle is found to be significantly different than described by Volvo (for example, if it had been in an accident that wasn't noted, or there were other major problems that weren't disclosed or discovered), Volvo will buy the vehicle back. This extends past the warranty term, and gives consumers so much extra assurance.

Saab was also assessed as being one of the best CPO vehicles to purchase. Their CPO luxury cars in Hong Kong have a standard 3 year / 100,000 km warranty, and when they go back to the factory for a check over there are over 100 points of inspection checked and balanced.

Saabs must score 99% in these inspections to be considered as CPO luxury autos in Hong Kong, and they also have roadside assist throughout the warranty. However there is also no deductible for CPO covered warranty visits, which makes the difference for some.

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As one of the world's most exciting and prestigious brand, Mercedes-Benz Hong Kong offers luxury passenger cars and commercial vehicles extensive choice of Vito, Sprinter, Viano, Actros, Axor and Atego to the customers in Hong Kong and Macau.


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