You Paid Full Price. Someone Else Didn't Have To.

Capital Ford of Charlotte is one of the largest Ford dealers in the country participating in Ford's Reacquired Vehicle (RAV) program and that's a big deal for buyers who want a great vehicle at a price that actually makes sense.

So What's a RAV Vehicle?

RAV stands for Reacquired Vehicle also called a Manufacturer Buy-Back.


Here's what happened: Ford sold a vehicle new. At some point, the customer had warranty concerns. Maybe repairs took longer than expected, or they just weren't satisfied even after the fix. Ford, as a goodwill gesture, bought the vehicle back from that customer.


That's it. Ford bought it back. Then Ford fixed it. Then it came to us.


No mystery. No guessing. Full paper trail.

What's the Catch?

There isn't one, but let's be straight with you.


The vehicle carries a branded title (Manufacturer Buy-Back). That's required by law and it's a good thing. It means you know exactly what you're buying. That title also means the price is significantly lower than a comparable vehicle on any other lot.


Other dealers will tell you to run from these. Why? Because they don't offer them. It's easier to scare you away from a deal they can't make.


We welcome independent inspections. Bring your mechanic. Ask us anything.

What Ford Is Required to Do (By Law)

Before any RAV vehicle is offered for sale, Ford must:

  • Fully repair the vehicle
  • Have it inspected and certified by Ford technicians
  • Ensure every issue is corrected, no exceptions

If a vehicle can't be fully repaired, it doesn't go back on the market. Period.

What Capital Ford Does on Top of That

We don't just take Ford's word for it. Before a RAV vehicle hits our lot:

  • We review the complete service and warranty history
  • Our certified technicians do their own inspection
  • Every vehicle is road tested before it's offered for sale

You also get full documentation. The reason Ford repurchased it, every repair made, the full warranty history. You can request all of this before you ever set foot in the dealership.

The Warranty Is Real

RAV vehicles come with:

  • The remaining factory warranty, or
  • A 12 month / 12,000 mile warranty, whichever gives you more coverage

You can also add a Ford Extended Service Plan for even more protection.

Why Capital Ford?

We're one of the largest dealers in the country doing this program. That means we have inventory, experience, and lender relationships that most dealers simply don't have. We've also built a trade in path. Buy a RAV today and when you're ready for your next vehicle, we can trade it back in.

Bottom Line

You get a Ford repaired, Ford warranted vehicle at a price that reflects its history, not inflated retail markup. Full transparency. Full documentation. No games.

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