What does the Nissan brand mean to you? Do you immediately think of a stylish and sophisticated vehicle like the Armada that are laden with innovative technology and modern conveniences? If so, then Nissan is certainly doing its job because every Nissan in the lineup offers all that and more. What’s even better is that these features make shopping for a certified pre-owned Nissan all the more attractive, as you’ll discover right here at Thomas Nissan of Joliet.
As your Nissan authority, we’re excited to show you everything Nissan has to offer through its exceptional certified pre-owned program. That program holds even greater meaning when you look at Nissan’s rich history in the industry and the fact that it’s produced cars longer than Toyota. Getting its start in the early 1910s, Nissan made history as the first company to mass-produce vehicles in Japan. Several decades later, Nissan made its way to America and brought the Datsun along with it to the land of the free and the home of the brave.
With Datsun rebranding itself as Nissan in the late 1980s, Americans were treated to new models like the first American-built Nissan truck, setting the stage for the Titan and Frontier models that we know and love today. The trend continued with sedans like the Maxima, Altima, and LEAF as well as with crossovers and SUVs like the Rogue, Murano, Pathfinder, and Armada, many of which you’ll find in our certified pre-owned inventory where innovation, opulence, and peace of mind come at a great value.
Not every pre-owned Nissan is eligible to earn its certified badge. Nissan’s high standards of certification are designed to guarantee quality in every certified pre-owned vehicle, and that starts by looking at age and mileage. For a Nissan to earn its certified pre-owned badge, it must be less than six years old and have fewer than 80,000 miles. It must also have a clean title. This guarantees the age, mileage, and quality of every certified pre-owned vehicle on our lot.
If a used Nissan meets these standards, then it must pass a rigorous 167-point Nissan Certified Pre-Owned inspection. The comprehensive inspection is completed by a Nissan-trained technician who looks over every aspect of the vehicle, from minor components like the owner’s manual and key fobs to major components like the engine, transmission, and steering. Every area of concern is noted in the report before the vehicle is sent for reconditioning, where Nissan-approved parts are used to repair the vehicle to like-new condition. Once this is complete, the vehicle earns its certified pre-owned badge.
Buying a used vehicle comes with greater risk because, more often than not, you don’t know its history or how it was maintained. Did the previous owner regularly change the oil, or has the vehicle been involved in an accident? With Nissan’s certified pre-owned program, you’ll have all the answers you need since every certified pre-owned Nissan comes with a CARFAX vehicle history report. The report shows you the vehicle’s owner history, as well as any title issues, fire or flood damage, salvage history, odometer issues, or accident involvement - none of which you will find in a Nissan certified pre-owned model.
What happens when you aren’t satisfied with your certified pre-owned Nissan, or you realize that the CARFAX report didn’t include existing problems? Nissan and CARFAX stand beside every customer and guarantee every vehicle with an exclusive three-year buyback guarantee. CARFAX will buy your certified pre-owned Nissan back if the report didn’t include existing issues such as fire or flood damage, odometer fraud, or salvage history. This is a guarantee you won’t find anywhere else in the industry!
Nissan goes to great lengths to give you confidence in your certified pre-owned purchase. Every certified pre-owned Nissan comes with a 7-year or 100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty that covers up to 600 components on your vehicle. These components include everything from the engine’s cylinder heads and valve train to the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts, bearings, seals, and gaskets.
Your certified pre-owned Nissan also comes with a variety of other perks beyond the 7-year or 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. You’ll have confidence when you’re behind the wheel, thanks to Nissan’s 24-7 Emergency Roadside Assistance, which runs the duration of your powertrain warranty and includes battery jump-start, lock-out assistance, and flat tire changes. Your certified pre-owned Nissan also comes with towing assistance to the nearest Nissan dealer within 250 miles, rental car reimbursement up to $35 per day for up to five days, trip interruption coverage up to $500, and a complimentary trial of SiriusXM satellite radio.
You’ve decided to shop for a certified pre-owned Nissan, but you’re not quite sure where to start your search. In fact, you’re actually dreading the entire car-buying process because it means spending hours at a dealership haggling over prices only to pay more than what you wanted. But what if you didn’t have to do any of that and, instead, the car-buying process was exciting and enjoyable?
Here at Thomas Nissan of Joliet, we’re ready to show you why we’re the best certified pre-owned Nissan dealer in the area. It all starts with our satisfaction guarantee. Unlike most dealerships, our team isn’t paid on commission. This eliminates any high-pressure sales tactics and allows us to focus on you. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and that means getting to know what you want in a vehicle and bringing that vision to life on our certified pre-owned lot.
Our fast, fair, and hassle-free buying experience sets us apart and is why we’re one of the top-rated dealerships in the area. Our work, however, doesn’t end there. We’re here to build a meaningful relationship with you that lasts long after you drive off our lot in your new-to-you Nissan. Our certified service technicians are here to make sure your Nissan runs for many years to come and can handle all your repairs, from routine oil and filter changes to more complex issues like drivetrain repair. There’s no job too big or too small for the Thomas Nissan team!
Although Nissan got off to a slow start in America with the Datsun in the late 1950s, the Japanese automaker has proven that slow and steady wins the race and is now one of the most popular brands in the United States. Go ahead, take a look around. How many Nissans do you see on the road today?
Stylish, sophisticated, innovative, capable, and performance-focused are great ways to describe the Nissan lineup whether you’re shopping for a sedan like the Altima, a spacious SUV like the Murano, or a workhorse like the Titan. The Nissan lineup has something for everyone. This makes shopping for a certified pre-owned Nissan an even greater option because it means getting a remarkable vehicle for a great price. When you consider Nissan’s exclusive buyback guarantee with CARFAX as well as the many other benefits of its certified pre-owned program, there’s no question that shopping for certified pre-owned Nissan should be on your “To Do” list.
So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to check one item off your list. Come on over to Thomas Nissan of Joliet and start your search today.
