Ford Blue Advantage FAQs

No. To become Ford Blue Advantage^™ Gold Certified, a Ford vehicle has to be less than six years old and have fewer than 80,000 miles on the odometer. It then has to pass a rigorous 172-point inspection. A CARFAX^® Vehicle History Report^™ is also run to identify any vehicle that does not meet our strict standards.

To become Ford Blue Advantage EV Certified, a fully electric Ford vehicle has to be less than six years old and have fewer than 80,000 miles on the odometer. It then has to pass a rigorous 127-point inspection. A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is also run to identify any vehicle that does not meet our strict standards.

To become Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified, a vehicle has to be less than ten years old and have fewer than 150,000 miles on the odometer. It then has to pass a rigorous 139-point inspection. A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is also run to identify any vehicle that does not meet our strict standards.

Ford factory-trained dealer technicians go through each vehicle, performing a rigorous 172-, 127- or 139-point inspection, including obtaining a CARFAX^® Vehicle History Report.^™ Any part(s) that doesn’t meet our standards is replaced with a factory-authorized part. For added peace of mind, each vehicle comes with comprehensive limited warranty coverage.1 Gold Certified used vehicles also come with powertrain limited warranty ^*   coverage backed by Ford Motor Company. EV Certified vehicles have a 12-Month/12,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty ^*   plus 8-Year/100,000-Mile (whichever comes first) BaseCARE EV Limited Warranty coverage. ^*   Blue Certified used vehicles feature a standard 90-Day/4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty ^*   — also backed by Ford Motor Company.

• Vehicle history
• Road test
• Exterior/Interior appearance and condition
• Diagnostics
• Underhood/Underbody components
• Hybrid system
• Convenience features

• Vehicle history
• Road test
• Exterior/Interior appearance and condition
• Diagnostics
• Underhood/Underbody components
• Hybrid system
• Convenience features

• Vehicle history
• Road test
• Diagnostics
• Underhood/Underbody components
• Hybrid system
• Convenience features

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report can identify any vehicle that does not meet our strict standards. The report is part of our Gold, EV and Blue Certified inspection process, and it includes checks for:

• Flood vehicles
• Fire damage
• Frame damage
• Salvage vehicles
• Branded title
• Odometer issues
• Accident history
• Vehicle title history

Any item(s) that does not meet Ford standards is repaired or replaced with a factory-authorized part(s).

No. Only a Ford Motor Company-franchised Dealer can sell Ford Blue Advantage vehicles that were inspected and approved by Ford Motor Company standards.

The Money Back Guarantee is only available at participating Ford Dealers. Vehicle must be returned within 14 days/1,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the original sales date and mileage as stated on bill of sale and returned in same condition as sold (excludes normal wear and tear).

Yes. Every Ford Blue Advantage certified used vehicle comes with a comprehensive limited warranty backed by Ford Motor Company covering more than 1,000 components. Gold Certified vehicles are covered by a 12-Month/12,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty and a 7-Year/100,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Powertrain Limited Warranty. ^* EV Certified vehicles have a 12-Month/12,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty ^* plus 8-Year/100,000-Mile (whichever comes first) BaseCARE EV Limited Warranty coverage. ^* Blue Certified used vehicles feature a standard 90-Day/4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty ^* — also backed by Ford Motor Company.

• Engine
• Transmission
• Rear-wheel drive system
• Front-wheel drive system
• Steering components
• Brakes
• Front and rear suspension
• Electrical system
• Air conditioning and heating
• Technology components
• Emissions components
• Factory audio system
• Safety systems

Areas of coverage include the engine, transmission and more.

It won’t cost the buyer a penny. Our manufacturer-backed limited warranty is fully transferable to future owners at no cost.

Ford Blue Advantage Gold Certified vehicles go through a rigorous 172-point inspection process. Any item(s) that does not pass is replaced or repaired with a factory-authorized part. Something else you get with a Ford Blue Advantage Gold Certified vehicle — warranty coverage. This includes comprehensive limited warranty coverage for more than 1,000 components for 12 months/12,000 miles ^* (whichever comes first) and fully transferable powertrain limited warranty coverage for 7 years/100,000 miles ^* (whichever comes first). Another Ford Blue Advantage benefit you won’t get with a generic used vehicle is complimentary 24/7, Ford Roadside Assistance ^* available 365 day a year. ^*  

Ford Blue Advantage EV Certified vehicles go through a rigorous 127-point inspection process. Any item(s) that does not pass is replaced or repaired with a factory-authorized part. Something else you get with a Ford Blue Advantage EV Certified vehicle — warranty coverage. This includes comprehensive limited warranty coverage for more than 1,000 components for 12 months/12,000 miles ^* (whichever comes first) and 8-Year/100,000-Mile (whichever comes first) BaseCARE EV Limited Warranty coverage. ^* Another Ford Blue Advantage benefit you won’t get with a generic used vehicle is complimentary 24/7, Ford Roadside Assistance ^* available 365 days a year. ^*

Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified vehicles go through a rigorous 139-point inspection process. Any item(s) that does not pass is replaced or repaired with a factory-authorized part. Something else you get with a Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified vehicle — warranty coverage. This includes comprehensive limited warranty coverage for more than 1,000 components for 90 days/4,000 miles ^* (whichever comes first) and is fully transferable. Another Ford Blue Advantage benefit you won’t get with a generic used vehicle is complimentary 24/7, Ford Roadside Assistance ^* available 365 days a year. ^*

Another perk to a Ford Blue Advantage vehicle vs. generic used—complimentary roadside assistance. ^* Just call us and we’ll change the tire or jump the battery at no cost to you. Other services include:

• Towing assistance of up to $100 for warranty and non-warranty problems, including accidents (excludes impound and repossession)
• Travel expense reimbursement of up to $1,000, for up to five days’ lodging, meals and rental vehicle for travel expenses accrued when the breakdown occurs more than 100 miles from home
• Destination expense assistance of up to $75 for emergency transportation to the immediate destination
• Rental Car reimbursement of up to $45 per day (including tax) for up to five days or until repair is complete, whichever comes first
• Fuel delivery if the vehicle runs out of fuel—up to two gallons at no charge
• Lockout assistance of up to $50 to unlock vehicle doors
• Service throughout the 50 United States and Canada

Absolutely. In fact, sometimes special financing is available for Gold and EV Certified vehicles.

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