Milton Keynes, 26 November 2024 – Škoda’s revered used car programme, the Škoda Plus Approved Used scheme, has been named Manufacturer Used Car Scheme of the Year at the 2024 Car Dealer Magazine Used Car Awards. This highly sought-after accolade was awarded following a rigorous evaluation of the brand’s dedication to offering high-quality used cars alongside comprehensive aftersales support and a customer-first approach.
The Car Dealer Used Car Awards, a distinguished event in the automotive industry, honours the finest performers in the used car sector. Since its inception in 2012, the awards have highlighted the very best dealerships and manufacturers, with the Manufacturer Used Car Scheme of the Year representing one of the most fiercely contested categories.
An Industry-Leading Scheme
The judging panel, comprising industry experts, praised Škoda for its user-friendly website and its comprehensive aftersales packages, which set the Škoda Plus Approved Used scheme apart from its competitors. According to James Baggott, Editor-in-Chief of Car Dealer, the award reflects the brand’s exceptional used car offering, which goes beyond simply selling pre-owned vehicles to ensuring that customers receive outstanding value and peace of mind.
“This title goes to the car maker that has the best used car offering,” Baggott explained. “Used cars are vital to franchised dealer profitability, so a great used car scheme is key. Škoda impressed the judges with a fantastic warranty, breakdown cover, thorough checks before sale, and a website that makes the customer experience as straightforward as possible.”
Peace of Mind with Every Purchase
Škoda’s commitment to delivering new car standards to the used car sector is evident in the care taken to inspect every vehicle in the Škoda Plus Approved Used scheme. All vehicles undergo a meticulous Multi-Point Check carried out by Škoda’s trained technicians to ensure that they meet the brand’s stringent standards, no matter the source.
Each Škoda Plus Approved Used car comes with an impressive package that includes a one-year warranty, 12 months of roadside assistance, and a 30-day, 1,000-mile exchange policy. Additionally, all vehicles are sold with at least six months until the next service or MOT, ensuring buyers can enjoy their new purchase with minimal hassle.
For customers choosing to finance their used Škoda through a Solutions PCP (Personal Contract Purchase), there’s even more value. Those purchasing vehicles up to three years old receive two free services, two years of warranty and roadside assistance, and two MOTs. And as a limited-time offer, customers can also benefit from a £250 deposit contribution on eligible vehicles, available until 2 January 2025.
A Sustainable Future for Used EVs
Škoda’s focus on sustainability is also reflected in its offering of used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) through the Škoda Plus scheme. Customers purchasing a used BEV, such as the award-winning Škoda Enyaq, receive complete peace of mind with a full battery state of health check. This is in addition to the brand’s 8-year, 100,000-mile battery degradation warranty, ensuring that Škoda’s commitment to performance and reliability extends beyond the initial purchase.
Looking to the Future
Škoda’s triumph at the Car Dealer Magazine’s Used Car Awards is a testament to the brand’s ongoing focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and innovation in the used car market. As the used car sector continues to evolve, Škoda remains committed to delivering the same high standards and customer-centric service that has earned it this well-deserved recognition.
For more information on the Škoda Plus Approved Used scheme or to browse Škoda’s extensive range of used cars, visit www.skodamedia.com.
