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What Ford Blue Certified means for you.
Our Ford stores focus on Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified used vehicles. Here is what the certification includes, what it does not promise, and how to confirm the benefits on the exact vehicle you are shopping.The short answer
More than a badge on a listing.
A Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified vehicle must meet Ford's age and mileage rules, pass a 139-point inspection, and come with a CARFAX report, Ford-backed 90-day/4,000-mile limited warranty, and 90 days of 24/7 roadside assistance. Confirm the certification documents for the specific VIN with our team.
Blue Certified benefits
Useful protection, explained plainly.
Ford's Blue Certified program gives an eligible used vehicle a documented inspection and specific ownership benefits. These are program terms, not a claim that every vehicle in our used inventory is certified.A 139-point inspection
A Ford factory-trained dealer technician checks the vehicle's history, road performance, major systems, and condition against Ford's Blue Certified standards. Items that do not meet those standards must be addressed before certification.
Ford-backed limited warranty
Blue Certified vehicles include a 90-day/4,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty, whichever comes first. Review the written coverage, exclusions, and start date for the exact vehicle.
24/7 roadside assistance
Ford provides complimentary roadside assistance for 90 days with Blue Certified vehicles. Coverage can help with a flat tire, dead battery, lockout, and other qualifying roadside needs, subject to Ford's terms.
A CARFAX history report
Ford includes a CARFAX Vehicle History Report as part of the certification process. Ask to read the report for the VIN you are considering; a history report complements, but does not replace, the inspection.
Which vehicles qualify?
Blue Certified can cover more than Ford models.
Ford allows vehicles of any make and model to qualify if they are up to 10 years old, have fewer than 150,000 miles, and complete the Blue Certified inspection. Eligibility alone is not certification; our team can confirm the status of an exact VIN and show you the paperwork.Age
No more than 10 years old under Ford's Blue Certified rules.
Mileage
Fewer than 150,000 miles when evaluated for certification.
Inspection
A completed 139-point inspection to Ford's standards.
Before you buy
Four things to verify on the exact vehicle.
A general inventory label is a starting point. The VIN-specific certification record and written coverage are what make the benefits clear.- 1
Ask whether the exact VIN is enrolled as Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified. Not every used vehicle at a Ford dealership is certified.
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Review the completed 139-point inspection checklist and the vehicle's CARFAX history report.
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Read the Ford-backed warranty paperwork, including its start date, time and mileage limits, coverage, and exclusions.
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Confirm roadside-assistance details and ask about current Ford Rewards eligibility before you purchase.
Common questions
Know exactly what you are getting.
What is Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified?
It is Ford's certification for qualifying used vehicles up to 10 years old with fewer than 150,000 miles that pass a 139-point inspection. An approved vehicle receives Ford-backed limited warranty coverage, 90 days of roadside assistance, and a CARFAX Vehicle History Report.
Can a non-Ford vehicle be Blue Certified?
Yes. Ford says eligible vehicles of any make and model can qualify for Blue Certified. Certification depends on the exact vehicle meeting Ford's standards and completing the program, not just its make or a website filter.
How long is the Blue Certified warranty?
Ford's Comprehensive Limited Warranty lasts 90 days or 4,000 miles, whichever comes first. Ask for the written warranty for the exact VIN to see when coverage starts and what is covered.
Does Pettus offer Ford's 14-day money-back program?
No. Ford's money-back program is available only at participating dealers, and Pettus does not participate. Ask your Pettus salesperson about the terms that apply to your purchase before signing.
Ford's published program details
Check the source and the vehicle.
These Ford pages describe the Blue Certified program generally. The documents for the exact VIN and the terms of your purchase control your individual coverage.Fair. Simple. Honest. We will help you compare the Blue Certified paperwork with the exact vehicle you want, so the benefits are clear before you decide.
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