CarBravo and BudgetBravo: A Confident Way to Shop Used

Want to know a secret? Shopping for a used vehicle doesn’t have to feel like solving a puzzle or maintaining a delicate balance among your budget, quality standards, and must-haves. When you visit a used car dealer, you deserve transparency, confidence, and options that fit your needs. 

So, what’s the answer? 

Enter: CarBravo and BudgetBravo. 

Let’s Set the Scene

At LaFontaine Chevrolet Dexter, you’re guaranteed a world-class Family Deal experience. Yet, in today’s market, having top-quality used models takes that experience even further. 

Shoppers are looking for the best possible value, skyrocketing the demand for used vehicles and broadening the appeal of Certified Pre-Owned programs. Drivers want the affordability of a used vehicle without the uncertainty that often comes with buying pre-owned. 

That’s where CarBravo and Budget Bravo stand apart. 

What Is CarBravo? 

General Motors has shaped the automotive landscape for over a century, demonstrating its keen awareness of drivers’ needs from the rise of the automobile in the early 1900s to the stunning Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac cars, trucks, and SUVs on lots today. 

General Motors takes this insight and pioneering spirit further with CarBravo. This premium pre-owned vehicle program replaces the risk of buying a used vehicle with the confidence you deserve and adds a long list of rewards. 

Think of CarBravo as the bridge between buying new and buying used. 

Benefits of CarBravo: Round 1

Shopping for a CarBravo vehicle offers a wide range of benefits that aren’t found on most used vehicles. 

CarBravo models often include: 

• Comprehensive vehicle inspections
• Limited warranty coverage
• Roadside assistance
• Vehicle history reports
• Courtesy transportation, and more. 

These benefits create a transparent ownership experience that can provide reassurance long after you leave the dealership. 

Tiers of Confidence: Round 2

One of the most unique aspects of the program is that General Motors recognizes that not every shopper has the same needs, budget, or preferences. 

That’s why the program includes two certification levels: 

• CarBravo
• BudgetBravo

This tiered approach expands your options while maintaining the same quality standards across a broader range of vehicles. So, what impact does that have on your experience? 

Let’s Make It Personal

General Motors doesn’t limit certification to newer models, but extends that privilege to older models that meet certain age, mileage, and qualification standards. The result? 

Our customers enjoy: 

• More top-quality choices across a wider range of price points.
• Greater flexibility and better overall value.
• Increased confidence when shopping for pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs.

Whether you’re searching for a newer SUV with advanced connectivity and driver-assist technologies or need a budget-friendly commuter car, there’s a CarBravo or BudgetBravo model that fits. 

So, what vehicles qualify for GM’s certified used vehicle program? 

Let’s Set the Standards: Age and Mileage

GM stands behind every used car, truck, and SUV in its CarBravo and BudgetBravo tiers, instilling confidence and ensuring transparency across its selection. These efforts start with GM’s stringent age and mileage standards, which determine which vehicles pass the initial round of qualification.

CarBravo 

Used vehicles are initially assessed by their age and mileage. 

CarBravo certified vehicles are: 

• Less than 10 years old
• Have fewer than 100,000 miles 

CarBravo vehicles appeal to shoppers looking for something newer with more modern features, lower mileage, and additional ownership benefits.

BudgetBravo

BudgetBravo certified vehicles are:

• Between 10 and 15 years old
• Have between 100,000 and 150,000 miles. 

BudgetBravo models provide shoppers with an alternative to private sellers and the associated risks by offering drivers access to pre-owned vehicles evaluated by certified service technicians. 

Let’s Talk Transparency: Inspections and Beyond

One of the biggest concerns when buying a used vehicle is uncertainty. 

• Has the vehicle been maintained properly? 
• Has it been involved in major accidents? 
• Are there unresolved recalls?

CarBravo and BudgetBravo models answer those questions long before you buy. 

Inspection Standards 

CarBravo and BudgetBravo vehicles must pass their respective inspections performed by GM-certified technicians. 

These inspections evaluate key systems and components, such as: 

• Engine 
• Transmission
• Steering
• Brakes
• Tires
• Electrical systems
• Interior and exterior condition

With the tiered program, the process includes:

• 126-point inspection for CarBravo models 
• 62-point inspection for BudgetBravo models

Recalls, Vehicle History Reports, & More

General Motors goes above and beyond to instill confidence in every CarBravo and BudgetBravo vehicle by operating with complete transparency. 

This transparency ensures every model in the program is: 

• Updated to address all applicable safety recalls before being listed or sold.
• Accompanied by a CARFAX vehicle history report.
• Signed off by a factory-trained and certified technician.

This level of transparency is unmatched, especially regarding older, higher-mileage models. GM does the unthinkable by recognizing and responding to the rising demand for used vehicles that are budget-friendly, feature-rich, quality-backed, and value-packed. 

Let’s Talk about Why Customers Like CarBravo

More and more customers are discovering that CarBravo offers something many traditional used vehicle purchases cannot: confidence. 

When you’re investing in a vehicle, peace of mind matters. CarBravo helps eliminate many of the questions that can linger when purchasing from a private seller or a dealership without a structured certification program. 

More Confidence in Quality 

Every CarBravo and BudgetBravo vehicle must meet specific standards before earning its certification. From inspection requirements to recalls and clean vehicle history reports, every vehicle is carefully evaluated before it’s considered for the sales lot. 

For shoppers, that means less guesswork and more confidence in their next potential purchase. 

Additional Ownership Protection 

One of the biggest reasons customers trust the CarBravo program is the additional protection included. It’s peace of mind built into your purchase, with the option to add coverage to suit your preferences. 

BudgetBravo vehicles include:

• 30-day or 1,000-mile powertrain limited warranty
• 24-hour roadside assistance
• Courtesy transportation 
• GM Rewards points for future purchases and services

CarBravo vehicles include: 

• 12-month or 12,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty
• Zero-dollar deductible 
• Coverage for electrical, steering, air conditioner, brakes, suspension, hybrids, and EVs
• 24-hour roadside assistance
• Courtesy transportation 
• GM Rewards points for future purchases and services

BravoCare offers additional coverage, including: 

• GAP Coverage
• Protection Plans
• Pre-Paid Maintenance 

Convenience Throughout the Process

CarBravo rewrites the traditional used-car-buying experience by streamlining the process and offering complete transparency on every model. 

You’ll enjoy a more convenient experience, which also includes opportunities to: 

• Shop online or at our dealership
• Easily sell or trade your car with competitive, market-based valuations
• Schedule at-home test drives 
• Opt for home delivery 

It’s a buying experience that lets you set the pace and determine what you want in every step–from shopping the CarBravo virtual showroom to working with a dedicated, friendly team like ours to finalize the details. 

Let’s Talk Impact: What It Means in Today’s Market 

The automotive market has changed significantly in recent years. New vehicle prices have increased, supply fluctuations influence availability, and many drivers are keeping their vehicles longer because that’s the most practical option. 

The result? 

The demand for high-quality used vehicles continues to climb. 

A Confident, Competitive Solution 

GM’s CarBravo program is reshaping the pre-owned market in a way that’s long overdue. CarBravo and BudgetBravo vehicles offer shoppers more confidence and greater transparency. 

It’s a structured program that operates under stringent standards, holding every used car, truck, and SUV accountable for what they can offer as they begin the next chapter in their automotive journey. 

The CarBravo program also bridges a critical gap by offering tiered certification levels that cater to a wider range of drivers, never requiring them to settle for less. 

Let’s Talk Next Steps: It’s Easier Than You Think 

As a trusted CarBravo dealer, we’re excited to help you take the next steps at LaFontaine Chevrolet Dexter. A more rewarding car-buying and owning experience is within reach, from browsing our CarBravo showroom and navigating the process online to leaning on our expertise and enjoying a laid-back, in-person process that fuels your excitement and instills confidence. 

Either way, you’ll enjoy the Family Deal experience in everything we do, from the moment you start shopping to long after we hand you the keys. Moreover, we’re confident you’ll find a CarBravo or BudgetBravo model that exceeds your expectations and offers the quality and transparency you deserve. 

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