There is a middle ground between a brand-new Ford and an ordinary used car, and it comes with paperwork to prove it. The certified pre-owned vehicles for sale near Indianapolis on our lot at Ray Skillman Hoosier Ford have already passed a factory inspection, undergone reconditioning, and received a warranty sign-off before they ever get a price tag.
Used car shopping gets murky in a hurry. Two vehicles can look identical in photos and have completely different histories. Certification clears that up: Ford sets the standards, and we have to meet them, vehicle by vehicle, before anything earns the badge.
We are part of the Ray Skillman Auto Group, so our certified selection benefits from the trade volume of eight brands. You get more to choose from and a sales team that will not push you toward whatever is sitting out front. Look through our listings online, then come drive the two or three that caught your eye.
Ford Blue Advantage splits certification into three tiers. Gold Certified is the strictest: Ford models only, no more than 6 years old, under 80,000 miles, and a 172-point inspection performed by factory-trained technicians. EV Certified follows the same age and mileage limits with a 127-point inspection tailored to electric models. Blue Certified reaches further back, covering vehicles up to ten years old with under 150,000 miles after a 139-point inspection.
The warranty coverage scales with the tier, and every certified vehicle is reconditioned using manufacturer-authorized parts. Here is how our certified pre-owned vehicles for sale stack up against a standard used listing.
| Coverage Area | Certified Pre-Owned Ford | Standard Used Vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection | 172-point on Gold Certified, 139-point on Blue Certified, by Ford factory-trained technicians | Varies by seller, with no set standard |
| Age Limit | Up to 6 years for Gold Certified, up to 10 years for Blue Certified | No limit |
| Mileage Limit | Under 80,000 miles for Gold Certified, under 150,000 miles for Blue Certified | No limit |
| Limited Warranty | 12 months or 12,000 miles on Gold Certified, 90 days or 4,000 miles on Blue Certified | Not Included |
| Powertrain Warranty | 7 years or 100,000 miles on Gold Certified | Not Included |
| Money Back Guarantee | 14 days or 1,000 miles | Not Included |
| Roadside Assistance | 7 years on Gold Certified, 90 days on Blue Certified | Not Included |
| Vehicle History Report | CARFAX report included | Availability varies |
| Ford Rewards Points | 22,000 on Gold Certified, 11,000 on Blue Certified | Not Included |
| Reconditioning Parts | Manufacturer-authorized parts | Varies by seller |
Our certified selection leans toward the Ford models people around here actually drive. F-150 trucks that have spent their lives hauling rather than sitting. Explorers and Escapes that have racked up honest highway miles on the I-69 corridor. Edge and Bronco Sport models that handle a daily run around the I-465 loop without drinking fuel.
Pricing on certified pre-owned vehicles for sale near Indianapolis sits below what the same model costs new, sometimes by a wide margin, and the gap widens once you factor in how much depreciation the first owner already absorbed. You still get the warranty backing, the inspection record, and a vehicle that has been through our shop. Filter our online listings by model, mileage, or budget, then tell us which ones you want to drive.
Certification does not help much if the monthly number never works. Our finance department works with national banks and local lenders, so we are shopping your application across multiple offers instead of pushing a single rate at you. That matters for first-time buyers, for anyone rebuilding credit, and for shoppers who simply want a shorter term.
Start the application on our website whenever it suits you, and our team will have real numbers ready before you arrive. No surprises at the desk, no fine print sprung on you.
Whatever you are driving now probably has more value than you expect, and applying it to a certified vehicle shrinks the amount you finance. Request a free, no-obligation estimate through our website, bring the vehicle by so our team can confirm the figure in person, and we will fold it into the deal. We pay top dollar for clean trades, and there is no requirement to buy anything to get a number.
A certified vehicle is worth maintaining properly, and our service department is set up for exactly that. Factory-trained technicians, genuine Ford parts, and equipment built for these vehicles. Oil changes and rotations get handled quickly, and bigger jobs get done right the first time.
| What We Offer | What That Includes |
|---|---|
| Certified Pre-Owned Sales | Gold, EV, and Blue Certified Ford models plus inspected pre-owned vehicles from other brands |
| Financing | Online applications, national banks and local lenders, options across a wide range of credit histories |
| Trade-In Appraisals | Free, no-obligation estimates online with in-person confirmation |
| Routine Maintenance | Oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, alignments, and seasonal checks |
| Major Repairs | Factory-trained technicians using genuine Ford parts and current diagnostic equipment |
| Parts Counter | Stocked OEM parts, with special orders placed at no added cost |
| Tire Center | Name-brand tire sales, mounting, balancing, rotation, and regular rebate offers |
Schedule service online in about a minute, and watch for the specials we run through the year. Staying current with maintenance protects your warranty coverage and the vehicle’s value when you trade it in again.
Certification is only as good as the people standing behind it. Our sales staff listens first and skips the pitch; our technicians receive the same training Ford gives its own shops; and our finance team treats a modest budget with the same attention as a large one. That approach earned us a reputation as the area’s premier Ford dealership, and it is why families come back for their second and third vehicles.
Stop by when you have an hour to spare, take a couple of certified models out on the road, and see what the difference feels like from the driver’s seat. We will have the inspection records and warranty details ready for anything you want to look at.
Ray Skillman Hoosier Ford carries Ford Blue Advantage-certified models, along with inspected pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs from other brands. We are a short run down the I-69 corridor for drivers coming off the I-465 loop, and we are part of the larger Ray Skillman Auto Group network across central Indiana. Browse our certified listings online before you make the drive.
Gold Certified applies only to Ford models up to six years old with fewer than 80,000 miles, and those vehicles pass a 172-point inspection. Blue Certified opens the door to vehicles up to ten years old with fewer than 150,000 miles after a 139-point inspection. Gold Certified carries longer warranty and roadside coverage, while Blue Certified usually lands at a lower price.
Yes. Gold Certified vehicles include 12 months or 12,000 miles of limited warranty coverage plus a powertrain limited warranty good for seven years or 100,000 miles. Blue Certified vehicles include 90 days or 4,000 miles of limited coverage. All of it is backed by Ford, so repairs can be handled at any Ford dealer.
Absolutely. We take trades on certified purchases every week, and you can request a free, no-obligation estimate through our website before you come in. Once our team sees the vehicle in person, we confirm the number and apply it to whatever you are looking at. Ray Skillman Hoosier Ford pays top dollar for clean trades.
We work with national banks and local lenders, which gives us options across a wide range of credit situations. First-time buyers and shoppers rebuilding their credit are welcome to apply. Our finance team walks through the terms in plain language, so you know what you are signing before anything gets finalized.
Qualifying non-Ford models, such as Honda or Chevy, may be eligible for Blue Certified coverage. We do stock inspected pre-owned models from other brands, and our technicians go through each one before it is listed. Ask us which vehicles come with additional coverage options.
Yes, and we would like you to. Our factory-trained technicians handle everything from oil changes and tire rotations to brake work and major repairs using genuine Ford parts. Scheduling is available online, and we offer service specials year-round to keep maintenance affordable.
