Certified vs One-Owner Toyota Cars for Sale near Elk Grove, CA
If you’ve been browsing our online inventory for a used vehicle, then you’ve likely seen our certified and one-owner options as unique categories that are separated from our standard pre-owned cars. We can tell you much more about what each of these vehicle types bring to the table to help you figure out which one is the better choice for your future travels in Elk Grove. After you’re finished reading through the sections below, you can contact Maita Toyota of Sacramento directly for more information.
Certified Toyota Cars
In order to be eligible for our certified used inventory, a vehicle has to undergo and pass a 160-point inspection that checks the quality of many parts that are integral to the driving experience. However, that is only the first stipulation. A certified car also needs to have fewer than 85,000 miles on its odometer to qualify, as this sets a limit on how far into its life cycle it can be. As for the benefits that make this pre-owned option attractive to many of our customers, the limited powertrain warranty1, 24-hour roadside assistance2, and CARFAX® Vehicle History Report3 are all enticing for their respective reasons, and these are still only a few of all the pros that you can expect.
One-Owner Toyota Cars
For buyers who would ideally like to purchase a new car, but simply can’t afford to make such a financial investment, our one-owner models are going to be the next best option. This is because these vehicles only have one previous titleholder prior to arriving at our dealership. The result is that they typically have driven much fewer miles than their traditional used car counterparts, and if they were leased originally, then some warranties can still be active that you’ll benefit from. When you consider the quality of the vehicle that you’ll be bringing home for the lower overall price, a one-owner used Toyota model can certainly be a great option for your future commutes on Route 99.
Which Is Right For You?
To pick your ideal option between a certified and one-owner Toyota, you should carefully consider all of the points covered in the two sections above. A one-owner vehicle will likely last you the longest due to the limited amount of driving that it’ll have at the time of your purchase, but if you’re intrigued by the warranties and roadside assistance that comes with our certified cars, then the choice is likely already clear. However, we’d love to help you feel confident before making any decisions, so feel free to reach out to the friendly staff we have here at Maita Toyota of Sacramento if you’re wanting assistance!
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“ The staff here of friendly and have gotten more attentive to customers coming through the doors. I had a fast service performed on my vehicle and I was easily on my way before I knew it ”
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“ Great services and the employees are very helpful nice and polite. I highly recommend my colleague to visit Maita Toyota ”
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“ Great experience. Tried out a plethora of different vehicles and got the best deal on the best truck for our needs. Helpful staff ”
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“ My recent service experience with Maita Toyota was excellent. I always appreciate their professionalism and their communication with me through the whole process. Highly recommend them! ”
“ Great quick service!! They made our 10,000 mile service a breeze! ”
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“ Thank you for the service and thank you for the speed. My car was ready in 40 minutes, and I received recommendations for next time. ”
“ Lee in the service department is hands down an exceptional Service writer. Norbert the manager runs a tight ship, but also cares about his team. Super clear communication and just a really good guys! I don’t trust taking my truck anywhere else. I recommend Maita Toyota to all my friends and family. Also the little sandwich shop they have while you wait has delicious sandwiches. Thank you guys for all you do. ”
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“ Excellent professional employees. Keeping customer very comfortable and explaining the issue well. Car service is done excellent. End car delivery to customer is very satisfactory. ”
The rental department was very helpful by giving me a
“ The rental department was very helpful by giving me a loaner vehicle rather than an Uber ride. ”
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“ Great service took in for the recall and 25 k mile service and had both ”
“ I originally had an appointment at 245pm but I was able to get off work a little early and I got there an hour before my scheduled appointment. They got me in and out within an hour!! Amazing customer service. Thank you!!! ”
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“ I usually find Maita reps to be very helpful. The parts department can be very hard to call for parts inquiries, but when I finally get hold of them they are very knowledgeable. ”
1. Limited Powertrain Warranty for Gold certification covers 7 years or 100,000 total vehicle miles; and for Silver certification covers 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first from the date of Toyota Certified Used Vehicle (TCUV) purchase Program available in the continental U.S. and Canada. See TCUV Warranty Supplement for details.
2. From date of Toyota Certified Used Vehicle (TCUV) purchase. Covers most services, including flat tires, lockout service, jump starts, fuel delivery up to 3 gallons, no more than 2 times per month, and towing for mechanical breakdown or collision recovery to the nearest Toyota dealership, except alternative fuel vehicles, including electric and fuel cell vehicles, which may be towed to an authorized charging or fueling station. Services provided exclude any parts required. Program available in continental U.S. and Canada. Restrictions and exclusions may apply. See TCUV Warranty Supplement for details.
3. CARFAX® Vehicle History Reports™ are a required part of every Toyota Certified Used Vehicle. See your local dealer for details.
“ My advisor Bryce was pleasant and didn’t pressure me to get extra services done. I really appreciated that my car was done sooner than I had thought-all in all a great experience! ”