Certification Procedure for Pre-owned Vehicles at New Orleans Cadillac

When you buy a certified pre-owned Cadillac from Cadillac of New Orleans in Metairie, you're getting an upscale vehicle that passed some tough tests. This includes a rigorous examination process, quality standards, and benefits that make your decision look like the smart choice, not a coin toss.

We understand customers in the New Orleans area demand value without sacrificing style, performance, and peace of mind. That's exactly what the Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned program delivers – and here's how we do it.

Not Every Cadillac Qualifies

First, the basics: not all used Cadillacs can become certified. Each model has to be six years and under, with under 75,000 miles on the odometer. That's just the bare minimum. From there, it has to undergo a thorough inspection and meet rigorous criteria for looks and performance.

172-Point Inspection: Every Detail Counts

As a vehicle passes through our certification process, our Cadillac-certified mechanics examine it with a fine-tooth comb. See what they check during their 172-point inspection:

• Under the Hood: Engine function, transmission status, and fluid levels are all checked.
• Interior Quality: We examine everything from the touchscreen to the stitching on the seats to ensure the interior still has that luxury feel.
• Exterior Condition: Body panels, paint, glass, and tires are inspected for dents, wear, and any indication of past damage.
• Road Test: The vehicle is driven under real road conditions to confirm that it meets Cadillac's ride and handling criteria.
• Vehicle History Report: All certified vehicles have a clean CARFAX® Vehicle History Report to provide additional clarity.

If any item does not quite meet the standards, it is repaired or replaced with genuine Cadillac parts before being certified.

Warranty Protection You Can Rely On

One of the initial factors Metairie motorists look at when choosing a Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is factory-issued warranty protection. Each Certified Pre-Owned vehicle includes:

• 4-year/50,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty from the vehicle's original in-service date, giving you initial protection on most vehicle components.
• 1-Year/Unlimited-Mile Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty that covers after the original warranty runs out, providing you with a year of coverage with no mileage restriction.

This warranty offers repair protection with no deductible on warrantable parts and labor, and it's all done at Cadillac dealerships nationwide.

Benefits You'll Actually Use

When you buy certified pre-owned, you're getting Cadillac's full support behind it. Every certified pre-owned Cadillac comes with:

• 24-Hour Roadside Assistance: If your fuel tank runs dry or a tire goes flat, assistance is just a call away, 24 hours a day.
• Courtesy Transportation: If your vehicle is in warranty service, we'll give you transportation courtesy of us.
• 3-Month SiriusXM Trial: Experience listening to over 150 channels so your daily drive never misses a beat.
• Certified Pre-Owned Scheduled Maintenance Program: Two maintenance visits to change oil, rotate tires, and perform multi-point inspections are included.

Why Buy Certified at Cadillac of New Orleans?

We're your local source for best-in-class standards, hassle-free service, and carefully curated pre-owned vehicles that feel new. When you shop with us in Metairie, LA, you're working with a team that knows the certification process inside and out – and we're more than happy to walk you through it all.

Stop by Cadillac of New Orleans today or shop our current Certified Pre-Owned inventory online. Your future Cadillac is here – and it's already been checked out, tested, and prepared for the road ahead.