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Chrysler LLC Reports Trio of Records for September 2007 Certified Pre-owned Vehicle (CPOV) Sales


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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 9, 2007; Bucking the industry's Certified Pre-owned Vehicle (CPOV) sales decline in September, Chrysler LLC reported a new September sales record of 9,466 CPOV units, up slightly 0.4 percent, versus September 2006.

The automaker also released record third quarter sales, reporting sales of 29,270 CPOV units for the quarter. This figure is up 5 percent compared to its previous third quarter sales record set last year. Year-to-date sales also represent an all-time record, with sales increasing 7 percent to 94,292 units.

"Our CPOV brand introduces customers to our family of Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge products," said Peter Grady, Director - Remarketing. "Once our customers discover the quality and peace of mind provided by our CPO vehicles, our goal is for them to consider another new or certified-used Chrysler LLC product when they are in the market for their next vehicle."

Chrysler offers one of the most comprehensive Certified Pre-owned Vehicle programs in the industry. For a vehicle to be certified under Chrysler's used- vehicle program, it must be a 2002 through 2007 model pre-owned vehicle with less than 65,000 miles and pass a stringent 125-point mechanical, safety and condition standard inspection. Chrysler CPO vehicles are backed by an eight- year/80,000-mile powertrain limited warranty, 24-hour, 365-day full roadside assistance with a $35 per day rental car allowance and a three-month or 3,000- mile Maximum Care warranty, in addition to a Carfax Vehicle History Report and buyback guarantee.

Marketed as "Brand Spankin' Used®" Chrysler CPO vehicles are sold only through Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships that have earned the automaker's Five Star certification. Five Star certification is a comprehensive validation of the dealership's facilities, operational processes, salesperson and technician training accreditation as well as customer satisfaction survey ratings. Approximately 2,000 Chrysler dealerships in the United States are certified Five Star dealers.