The term "certified used car" or "certified pre-owned" is not regulated by the Federal Trade Commission and can mean a great deal of things, depending on the selling dealer.

Typically, a certified used car has been through some sort of inspection and is guaranteed by the seller. It's important for car buyers to examine the inspection paperwork to see exactly what was inspected and what the terms of the guarantee are.Some dealers will certify a used car, but not stand behind the certification. Others will claim to have had an inspection done, but not be able to provide any inspection paperwork.

The best certifications will provide a copy of the inspection as well as a written guarantee. Pay no attention to the number behind the inspection such as "348-point inspection." The windshield wipers alone, for example, can be ten points. One for the hinge, one for the switch, one for the blades, etc. Another dealer might do just as thorogh of an inspection and only have one point called "wiper blades." Instead of focusing on the points, get a copy of the inspection and ask if the inspection was done by an ASE certified mechanic.

As far as the written guarantee, you are looking for a warranty from the dealership that says they will fix the vehicle in the event of a breakdown. Is towing service provided? How about rental car service? What are the deductibles and limitations of coverage? These are all good questions to ask up front, before you have a break down.

At Mile High Car Company, our certifications are all backed by a 3-month/3,000 mile warranty that includes items such as engine, transmission, drivetrain, suspension, and brakes. We offer a towing credit, as well as ASE certified technicians. If you are looking for a certified used car in Colorado Springs, you can hardly do better than Mile High Car Company.

Tis the season for tax returns. For many of our customers, this is the time of year they are most likely to have a significant amount of cash on hand.

If your car or truck is not running like it used to, this may be a great opportunity to upgrade your vehicle. A down payment can help solve all kinds of problems such as owing more on your trade-in than its worth, having bad credit, or getting into a nicer car for a lower payment.

If you have recently received a tax refund and are considering a used car or truck, give one of our credit specialists a call. We would love the opportunity to speak with you.

We have been a used car dealer in Colorado Springs for 11 years. It's taken many years to get to where we are, but we are proud to call Colorado Springs our home.

One thing we love about being a used car dealer in Colorado Springs is the people. We are of the opinion that Colorado Springs has some of the friendliest used car buyers in the country. We are thankful for each one of our customers because they have made us the successful used car dealer we are today.

We didn't start out selling over 100 used cars a month. Back in August 2000, we started with just three used cars on the lot. We had a small used car dealership on Platte Avenue, not exactly the nicest part of Colorado Springs. But after eight years in Colorado Springs, we were excited to build a new dealership on Powers Boulevard in eastern Colorado Springs.

We've come a long way over the years, but we know it is the people of Colorado Springs who have brought us here. By selling certified used cars to customers with good credit, bad credit, and everything in between, we've been able to develop a reputation as the best used car dealership in Colorado Springs.

At Mile High Car Company, each of our Certified Used Vehicles is thoroughly inspected by an ASE Certified mechanic. This is important for you because you don't want just anyone inspecting your car.

The guy at the Quick Lube may do a great job of changing oil, but he is unlikely experienced in all of the mechanical, electrical, and computerized components of your vehicle. To do a thorough inspection, Mile High Car Company recommends using a mechanic who is well trained and certified.

When you buy a used car from a used car dealer in Colorado Springs, don't trust just anyone with your investment and your family's safety. Trust Mile High Car Company, where we go the extra mile.

Mile High Car Company is one of dozens of used car dealers in Colorado Springs. So how do you make the choice about which one to buy from?

There are several questions you can ask as you decide on which used car dealer in Colorado Springs to give your business to.

#1 - Is the used car dealer a member of the Better Business Bureau? A dealership with a high Better Business Bureau rating cares about their reputation and is willing to respond to customer cares and concerns. Used car dealers that haven't taken the time to become a Better Business Bureau member haven't shown that their reputation and commitment to the community are high priorities.

#2 - Is the used car dealer active online? You can learn a lot about a dealership based on their online reputation. What have past customers said online about the used car dealership? How helpful is their website? What information do you have access to?

Many dealers have a very limited website or no website at all. When you are planning on buying a used car in Colorado Springs, you want a dealer that has many points of contact and lots of up front information.

#3 - Does the used car dealer have a nice facility? A fly-by-night used car dealer could have a rented facility that they could walk away from tomorrow. If they have your private information or if they are responsible for filing your title work or paying off your trade-in, you could be in a bad situation if they go out of business.

If you are looking for a used car in Colorado Springs from a reputable used car dealer, it is advisable to ask each of these questions before you make your final decision about where to purchase a used car.

Merrry Christmas! Be sure to check out our year-end closeout deals running all month long. This week, we have a 2010 Fusion for just $309 a month!