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Rising gas prices, long commutes, cleaner air - those are just some of the reasons drivers in the Bay Area are swapping their old vehicles for electric models. Buying used is a great way to test out an electric vehicle, and you can find just what you’re looking for at Redwood City INFINITI. more Types of Electric Vehicles for Sale in Redwood City Hybrid Electric Vehicles Not ready for a fully electric model? No problem. There are plenty of hybrid electric vehicles, or HEVs, available at Redwood City INFINITI. Hybrids use one or two electric motors, a battery, and a standard internal combustion engine that work together to conserve fuel. The battery is charged through regenerative braking, which harnesses the kinetic energy that comes from using your brakes. That energy goes to the battery in small doses, which then powers the electric motor. Some examples of hybrids include the now-available Toyota Prius Prime and Toyota Camry. Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles Another option is a plug-in hybrid. Like HEVs, a plug-in hybrid combines an internal combustion engine with electric motors and a battery. The difference is that plug-in hybrids use a battery that needs to be charged. Take the Wrangler 4xe, for example. The 2023 model in our current inventory can run on all-electric power, hybrid mode, or rely on the gas-powered engine to get you where you need to go. Plug-in hybrids give lots of options and allow you to conserve fuel in several different ways, depending on what type of driving you’re doing. Battery Electric Vehicles If you want zero-emissions driving without the need for fuel, then an EV might be right for you. Electric vehicles use only a battery and electric motors, which means that the battery needs to be charged. Different EVs can have different ranges, but models like the Kia Niro EV can take you nearly 240 miles on a single charge. Instead of stopping at a gas station, you’ll need to plan your trips around charging stations. The good news, though, is that you can also install a charging station right at home, and there are lots of public charging stations in the Bay Area and across the country. Find Your Used Electric Vehicle Today Are you curious about owning a hybrid or electric vehicle? Visit us today at Redwood City INFINITI to check out our selection of pre-owned EVs to find one that’s right for you! You can contact us now to book your test drive and see how an EV can fit into your life.

Have you ever come across the term “CPO” when shopping for used cars? They are often priced slightly higher than the rest of the used vehicle inventory, but that’s for a good reason. CPO stands for Certified Pre-Owned, and those vehicles that get the CPO label meet much higher standards than your typical used car. INFINITI has one of the best CPO programs on the market, and you can find out what makes a CPO INFINITI below. more What makes a pre-owned vehicle certified? Oftentimes, dealerships like Redwood City INFINITI get trade-ins and returned leases on vehicles in like-new condition. They’re used, but still well-kept with low mileage. That’s where the CPO program comes in. Instead of putting those pre-owned models up for sale, they go through an inspection to address any potential problems and ensure they’re up to the brand’s standard. In INFINITI’s case, vehicles are put through a rigorous 84 or 167-point inspection process. After that, the vehicle is eligible to be sold as a CPO INFINITI - and there are lots of other benefits, as well. INFINITI CPO Benefits There are two tiers to the INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned Program: INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned Select and INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned. Certified Pre-Owned Select INFINITI Models up to 10 Years/100,000 Miles 84-Point Inspection 12-Month/12,000-Mile Limited Powertrain Warranty 1 Visit Included in 1st Year of Ownership Certified Pre-Owned INFINITI Models up to 5 Years/60,000 Miles 167-Point Inspection 6-Year/75,000-Mile or 6-Year/Unlimited Mile Comprehensive Warranty 1 Year Pre-Paid Maintenance Program in 1st Year of Ownership On top of all the benefits of each tier, each INFINITI CPO vehicle comes with a Carfax Vehicle History Report with 3-year buyback guarantee as well as Roadside Assistance. Find Your Certified Pre-Owned INFINITI Today Are you interested in owning a CPO INFINITI? Visit Redwood City INFINITI today for the best selection of certified pre-owned vehicles right here in the Bay Area. Browse our inventory on our website, then pay us a visit to test drive your favorite. We also offer great financing options for all our CPO models. Contact the Redwood City INFINITI team today for more information!

If you've been considering your next vehicle but are unsure about buying used, there's good news: INFINITI's certified pre-owned vehicles combine the value of buying used with the added assurance of a manufacturer's warranty. There are even more perks to purchasing a certified pre-owned vehicle from Redwood City INFINITI, and you can learn about all the benefits below. more What is INFINITI's certified pre-owned program? INFINITI believes every customer should be able to drive in luxury. The CPO program delivers just that, by offering the quality of an INFINITI vehicle with the value of one that's pre-owned. As with every aspect of their vehicles, only the best quality as certified and must meet a certain set of criteria. Every vehicle that qualifies must have a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report and 3-year buy-back guarantee, which is available at the time of purchase. In addition, they'll undergo a rigorous 167-point inspection by one of our factory-trained technicians. Age is a factor, as well, since all INFINITI CPO vehicles are within 60 months of original sale and under 60,000 miles. Along with meeting INFINITI's high standards, every certified pre-owned vehicle purchased at Redwood City INFINITI will receive: 24-Hour Emergency Roadside Assistance Complimentary service courtesy vehicle 6 year/75,000 mile or 6 year/unlimited mile warranty 1-year pre-paid maintenance with complimentary service courtesy vehicle Free 3-month SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription [gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" ids="3757,3755"] Additional warranties and service may be available depending on the vehicle's age and mileage, like the INFINITI EliteTM Extended Protection Program. Your satisfaction is always a guarantee, and the team at Redwood City INFINITI is ready to go above and beyond to make your certified pre-owned buying experience a great one. When your INFINITI CPO vehicle needs service, simply bring it in to our service department. We'll provide a loan vehicle for every warranty service, so you don't need to worry about interrupting your day. All repairs and maintenance are completed with genuine INFINITI parts, providing the peace of mind of quality service at all times. INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles at Redwood City INFINITI Are you interested in a certified pre-owned INFINITI? Be on the lookout in our inventory at Redwood City INFINITI. Our CPO vehicles don't last long, so if you see one you like, be sure to contact us for more information. If you have a specific vehicle in mind or don't see any in our current inventory, you can still contact us with details about what you're searching for.

Has your family outgrown your car? Maybe you're just looking for an upgrade. Either way, the best place to trade your car in Redwood City, CA is right here at Redwood City INFINITI. We understand that the process of trading in your vehicle can be intimidating and you want to ensure you're getting the best deal. Keep reading to learn more about our simple vehicle buy-back program and how trading in your car works. more What to Do Before You Trade There are a few things you should go over before you decide to trade in your vehicle. Gather receipt, records, and documents related to your vehicle. Decide on your budget before shopping for a new vehicle. Inspect inside and out. Part of the assessment includes your own evaluation. While you're at it, give the vehicle a good cleaning inside and out. Why Trade at Redwood City INFINITI? We believe that trading in your vehicle for a newer model or upgrade shouldn't be complicated. That's why we created the Buy-Back Vehicle Program, an upfront vehicle trading model so you can easily assess the value of your current vehicle. You can fill out your information online, or come down to our dealership to answer a series of questions about your vehicle. What's the vehicle's year and mileage? Has it ever been in an accident? What's your personal view of the vehicle's condition? These are a few of the questions we'll go over at the time of trade. Everything from the VIN to the record of lease or sale will determine your vehicle's value. Then, we'll make you an offer based on your assessment and answers. It's as simple as that! Our goal is to make your trade fast and easy so you can start looking for your next vehicle in no time. We take vehicles that are in near-new condition as well as those that need repair. We base the value of your trade on the KBB value, which means you'll get the best and most accurate price. You can then apply the value of your trade to any new or used vehicle in our inventory. It's as easy as that! If you're ready to find your next new vehicle, Redwood City INFINITI is here to help! Value your trade with our online tool, or come down to our Redwood City location for personalized service from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. We love helping our customers drive away in their dream cars, and we can't wait to help you too.

There are many advantages to buying a used vehicle, and when it comes to luxury brands like Lexus, those advantages are even more apparent. With shortages, low availability, and rising costs, buying a new car isn't always accessible. Often, used vehicles provide more options and security from tried and tested brands. So if you're looking to get behind the wheel of a luxury car at a lower price in the Redwood City area, buying used is the way to go. You can find a huge selection of used Lexus vehicles at Redwood City INFINITI. more What Used Lexus Vehicles are Available? Due to their popularity, our used Lexus inventory changes often. More and more people understand the benefits of buying used, like a lower sticker price and insurance costs. On top of that, the Lexus brand is well-known for their vehicles' long-term value and slow depreciation, making them a worthwhile purchase for most buyers. Since we can't guarantee any specific vehicle will be in stock when you're ready to purchase, we'll go over some current examples to give you an idea of what you can find in our inventory. As if right now, you'll find several used Lexus sedans, crossovers, hatchbacks, and SUVs in a variety of years and colors. For the budget-conscious buyer, the 2013 Lexus CT 200h is just under $16,000. This FWD hybrid vehicle offers convenient features like a push-button start with luxury detailing that you'd expect from a Lexus. On top of that, you'll save even more at the pump with its hybrid capability. If you need a more spacious interior and four-wheel drive, the Lexus GX 460 might have what you're looking for in a vehicle. It includes a keyless entry and keyless start, LED headlights, and a sun/moonroof, among other features you need. Finally, there's the Remember, our inventory is updated often, so be on the lookout for your next used Lexus vehicle. Don't see exactly what's on your mind? Then give us a call! Our sales staff is experienced at finding customers the ideal vehicle, and we'll even contact you when something becomes available. We love helping our customers find their next vehicle, and we can't wait to assist you, too!

On today’s market, crossovers and even traditional SUVs seem to be the most popular models out there. Sedans are getting discontinued left and right due in large part to the popularity of utility vehicles. So, there’s never been a better time to get behind the wheel of one for yourself. If you’re in the Redwood City, California, area and are shopping for a new-to-you crossover or SUV, we’ve got a nice selection of used models for you to consider right here at Redwood City INFINITI. more What types of crossovers and SUVs are available? Unlike our new car inventory, we can’t tell you the exact makes and models that we’ll have in stock. Our used vehicle inventory is constantly in flux based on the vehicles that are traded in or sold to us, so we can’t say definitively that we’ll have this model or that one. But you can always check our available inventory to see what we have in stock. To give you an idea though, we thought we’d at least highlight some of the models that we have in stock right now at the time of this blog’s creation. Our used utility vehicle inventory currently includes 30 models, which is exactly 50% of our overall inventory. It includes vehicles from 11 different brands including BMW, Hyundai, Lexus, our own INFINITI brand and a few others. Some of the most prominent models in stock include the Hyundai Santa Fe, INFINITI QX60, Lexus NX and BMW X1. This is just a glimpse at what’s available, we might have completely different models in stock at the time you’re reading this. Just check out our online inventory to see what’s available! If you do look through and can’t find something you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to give us a call anyways. You can let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll do our best to track it down for you or keep you in mind if something does become available. We look forward to helping you find your next new-to-you vehicle!

There are several luxury automotive brands available on the market, and we specialize in just one of them. INFINITI has been the luxury vehicle division of Nissan since its inception in 1989. While they’re obviously the brand we specialize in here at Redwood City INFINITI, they’re not the only luxury brand we have in stock. We also have a decent collection of pre-owned vehicles for you to choose from when shopping for your next vehicle, so if you’re in the market for a used luxury vehicle here in Redwood City, California, be sure to check out our online inventory. more Which luxury brands are available? There are probably far more luxury brands out there than you might realize, and technically speaking any one of them could potentially pass through our pre-owned inventory. However, there are a few that are much more likely to be found in our inventory than others. Brands like Acura, Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Mini and our own INFINITI brand are much more likely to be found in our inventory than, say, Rolls-Royce. Many of these luxury brands build premium vehicles in both sedan and crossover body styles. Some other options that might pass through, but aren’t currently available at the time of this blog’s creation, include Genesis by Hyundai, Tesla, Land Rover, Lincoln, Jaguar, Volvo, Cadillac, and to a lesser extent perhaps Porsche and Alfa Romeo. If you’re interested in finding a used luxury vehicle of your own and don’t really have a brand preference, be sure to browse through our inventory for the brands listed here. If you’re looking for something more specific, our inventory is easy to filter. If you don’t see something in particular, don’t hesitate to give us a call so we can help you track down the vehicle in which you are interested. We look forward to helping you!

Used Audi Models Near Oakland CA Are you looking for a used luxury car or SUV in or around Oakland? It’s hard, isn’t it? There are few options out there, and often the options aren’t listed with a price, so you have to call or go to the dealership to even find out how much the car you might be interested in is being listed for. We love our INFINITI brand, especially when it comes to your new options, but we also love the luxury options in our used inventory. In fact, we offer a lot of used Audi models near Oakland, CA from our Redwood City location. Click the link below to see our used Audi inventory today! more Used Audi Inventory Redwood City Pre-owned Audi Cars and SUVs in Redwood City The Audi lineup offers many options to choose from for both cars and SUVs. The SUV lineup begins with the Q3 and goes up from there with the all-electric Q4 e-tron, followed by the Q5, Q7, and Q8. Read More: Used Brands Available at Redwood City INFINITI In terms of sedans, they also have the A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, and A8. Additionally, the Audi lineup has a few other options including the TT sportscar and the R8 supercar. In addition to the Q4 e-tron, there’s also the e-tron lineup which offers a variety of options as well. You can check our current used Audi lineup to see what we have in store for you! Used BMW Models Near Oakland CA What is a Simple Price at Redwood City INFINITI? Remember that example we mentioned at the opening of this blog? You’ve seen it before. The dreaded “Call For Price.” Do you know why many dealerships do that? It’s so they can get you on the phone. They want to talk to you before they ever tell you a price. This does two things for them, it gives them an opportunity to ask for your information (name, phone number, email, etc.) which allows them to attempt to sell to you later even if this sale falls through. It also lets them decide how much margin to append to the price after they get a feel for you. It’s an old sales tactic, and quite frankly, not a positive one. It leads to people paying more for the car than they had to simply because they didn’t want to negotiate, or didn’t negotiate enough. At Redwood City INFINITI, those days are long over because we are a Carnamic Car Center. As a Carnamic Car Center, we provide a Simple Price. What is a Simple Price? We are glad you asked. A Simple Price is our lowest price, and we put it right on the car in our showroom and on our website so that you can make informed decisions before you ever talk to one of our salespeople. Stop calling dealerships to get the price on a vehicle like a used Audi. Instead, shop with Redwood City INFINITI. We can also help with financing online too!

Used BMW Models Near Oakland CA Luxury goes by many names, and though we swear by the quality and integrity of the INFINITI brand here at Redwood City INFINITI, when it comes to our used inventory, we have the pleasure of selling many brands including used BMW models near Oakland, CA. At Redwood City INFINITI, we may be known for our new INFINITI inventory in Redwood City, but we provide used luxury vehicles to customers all over the Bay Area including Oakland and more! more Used BMW at Redwood City INFINITI Pre-Owned BMW Models in Inventory at Redwood City INFINITI In the last decade-plus, the BMW lineup has grown and expanded to include many SUV options. You can find those SUVs by name with the X at the beginning of the model name. The lineup itself is a little confusing but for the most part the higher the number the more luxurious, and with a little more mixed results, the higher the number the larger it is, though there are a few that are coupe versions of the number beneath. For example, The X6 is a coupe version of the X5. The lineup includes the X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, and X7. Read More: Tips for Buying Used Cars in the Bay Area The sedan lineup starts with the 2 Series and goes up from there with the 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, and the top 8 Series. There is also the Z4 roadster and the eclectic iX and i4. You will find many of these models in our used BMW inventory today! Used Trucks for Sale Near Oakland CA Advantages of Buying Used BMW models at Redwood City INFINITI The list of advantages for buying anything at Redwood City INFINITI, in general, is long. We are a Carnamic Car Center, and that means we provide a lot of simple advantages including Simple Delivery—which means even if you don’t live near us, we can still deliver—Simple Maintenance, and Simple Pricing. Simple Pricing means that the price we list online and in our showroom is already our lowest price. Negotiating and haggling serve only to provide a negative customer experience. We show you where our price comes from so that you have no question that you got the best deal. Redwood City INFINITI Serving Oakland From the Peninsula Our dealership with both our new INFINITI inventory and our pre-owned inventory is conveniently located in Redwood City where we are just a short drive from both San Jose and San Francisco. For those out in Oakland, you can take a trip across the bridge (whichever is best for you) to see us. Don’t forget, we can also provide Simple Delivery as well. If you see something you like in our inventory, then reach out to us! What’s New For the 2022 INFINITI QX60?

Used Trucks for Sale Near Oakland CA Finding any vehicle right now can be hard, especially in the Oakland area. But you are looking for the right vehicle, and that could be a truck. Where have you been looking for a truck? Perhaps browsing online or looking at your nearby used dealerships is turning up no results. You should widen your search and consider looking at used trucks for sale near Oakland, CA at Redwood City INFINITI. We have a large used inventory, and we almost always have truck options in stock for you. more Used Trucks at Redwood City INFINITI Used Truck Inventory Available at Redwood City INFINITI We are not necessarily known for our used trucks, after all, INFINITI isn’t a truck brand, but we should be known for our expansive used inventory that includes many truck options. You will typically find all the major brands represented here including RAM, Chevy, Ford, Toyota, and more. That means F-150, Silverado, RAM 1500, Colorado, Tacoma, and others. Our inventory is changing every day and if you don’t see the ideal truck for you, feel free to reach out to us. We may be able to find what you are looking for. Read More: Used Car Financing at Redwood City INFINITI Benefits of Buying Used at Redwood City INFINITI There are so many benefits to buying anything at Redwood City INFINITI. That’s because we are a Carnamic Car Center, and as a member of the Carnamic auto group, we believe in keeping things simple. This includes features like Simple Delivery, Simple Service, and even Simple Pricing. Though our Simple Delivery can sure be appealing to our Oakland car buyers, it’s our Simple Pricing that we are most proud of. We believe in transparency in all things that we do and that includes our prices. The price you see both online and in our showroom is already our best price. This means no need to negotiate or haggle and you can compare our prices with ease. If you want to learn more about our Simple benefits, please click the link below. Simple Pricing, Simple Delivery, and More! How Close is Redwood City INFINITI to Oakland, CA? We are right off the 101 which allows you to get to us from either the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge or the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. It’s just 35 miles to get to us, but remember, we also offer Simple Delivery, and you can even handle much of the car-buying process right online including calculating your car payments and more. If you have any questions about how we can accommodate your used truck purchase at Redwood City INFINITI, then please feel free to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you! Contact Us

Where to Buy Used INFINITI Models Near Oakland Buying new vehicles is difficult these days. They can be hard to find even if you know what you want. Luckily, the used vehicle market still has a lot of options available for you if you know where to shop. If you want luxury, then you should be considering INFINITI. Want to know where to buy used INFINITI models near Oakland? You’ve come to the right place. Redwood City INFINITI has an impressive inventory of used vehicles. Check out our used INFINITI inventory right now by clicking the link below. more Used INFINITI Models Near Oakland Pre-owned INFINITI Options at Redwood City INFINITI At Redwood City INFINITI, we have clear ties to the INFINITI brand. This gives us easy access to used INFINITI models that you are simply not going to find at other dealerships. We routinely have INFINITI SUVs like the QX50, QX55, QX60, and QX80. Additionally, you will find INFINITI sedans like the Q50 and Q60 as well. We don’t just have a wide range of models, we have the RIGHT vehicles. This means late-model, low mileage offerings typically with one owner and accident-free records. Additionally, we take the time to ensure that every vehicle is properly sorted with maintenance taken care of, any service issues handled, and all parts in good working order. We strive to only sell the very best. Simplified Pre-Owned Pricing at Redwood City INFINITI Redwood City INFINITI is unique. We aren't like other dealerships because we are a Carnamic Car Center. Put simply, that means we provide a simple car-buying experience including something called simplified pricing. With our Simple Pricing, every price you see is our best price, and we post them all right online and in our showroom for all the world to see. There is no need to haggle and no need to negotiate. We show you where our numbers come from so you can compare them with confidence. Other Used Luxury Vehicle Options We’re a Short Drive Away! Our dealership is located a short drive from the 101 just down from the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge. In just 40 minutes, you can find your way to us, but why even do that? With our website, you can shop and even apply for financing online. You can buy your next car the way you want. Shop through our used INFINITI inventory today!

Bay Area Used Car Buying Options Buying a used car used to be simpler. With the growth of online scammers and the reduction in automotive availability, especially in the Bay Area, things are getting difficult. If you are exploring your Bay Area used car buying options and you need tips for buying used cars in the Bay Area, then we are here to help. more Why should you avoid buying a car privately? What does buying privately even mean? Basically, it’s when you buy a car (or anything) directly from someone else. This means no business is involved. You are buying privately from someone who is selling their vehicle privately. This type of purchase actually opens you up to a ton of liability. Many people are looking to scam you out of your time, out of your money, and out of a car. There are legal protections in place for you, but they will not always make you whole again, and they take more time away from you that you could be using enjoying the car you wanted or even needed. Why is it hard to find cars from used car dealerships? Used car dealerships never had the market cornered on used cars by any stretch of the imagination. Often, they operated by buying from auctions or even from new car dealerships that simply didn’t have the room for the used vehicles they were getting in trade or off lease return. However, since the pandemic, new cars have become scarce. Not only does this mean that used car demand is on the rise, but new car dealerships like Redwood City INFINITI are suddenly able to leverage the used car inventory that they would have been trying to unload quickly to used car dealerships in the past. In short, when cars are scarce, buying used from a new car dealership becomes a better option. Read More: What brands of used cars does Redwood City INFINITI sell? Are new car dealerships a good option for buying used in the Bay Area? The cool thing about new car dealerships having a wider used car selection is that they are often in a position to offer better prices especially. With Redwood City INFINITI, not only can you cross-shop our used inventory alongside new options like the QX60, but you also get the added benefit of our simplified pricing. We believe in providing one price for each car. That means we put our best price forward, and we list it right on our website so you can start making your financial decisions right from your home. Advantages of buying a pre-owned luxury vehicle