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Best of the Springs 2012: Car Dealer

Gold: Mile High Car Company

Multiple Locations, 570-7800, milehighcarco.com

"Dedication to core values is what took this local dealer from a small operation to one of the premier used-car dealerships in southern Colorado. Known for offering quality cars and superior service to customers, regardless of their credit history."

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.