The Ford Flex is a full-size SUV that was in production from 2009 until it was pulled from production in 2019. It was originally designed to take the place of the Ford Freestar minivan. It made its name on the list of the three most affordable SUVs in the US. Because Ford decided to focus on building some of its other SUV brands, the Ford Flex was pulled from production.

The end of the Ford Flex era was difficult for many drivers who fell in love with its joyous handing, unique style, and attractive price tag. In fact, the Flex is still in high demand as a used or certified pre-owned option.

While it’s clear what a used Flex is, not everyone completely understands Ford’s certified pre-owned program. Since the Flex is no longer available as a brand-new SUV, Ford’s CPO program is the closest thing available, and it’s just as good.

Here’s what you need to know about Ford’s CPO program and how it can be your ticket to getting a pristine Ford Flex to call your own.

Ford Gold and Blue; Built For You

While most manufactures simply call their CPO program a “certified pre-owned program,” Ford calls it the Ford Gold or Blue Advantage. The concept is roughly the same. To be part of the Ford Gold/Blue Advantage, vehicles must pass an intense multi-point inspection. That means you can trust that your Flex is in great operation and aesthetic shape. With the quality assurance and lower-than-new pricing, the Gold/Blue Advantage is pretty much better than new.

Ford Gold

• Must be no older than six years old
• No more than 80,000 miles
• Pass 172-point inspection
• Comes with a 12-month/12,000-mile comprehensive limited warranty
• 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty
• 24/7 Roadside Assistance
• 22,000 FordPass Rewards Points

Ford Blue

• Must be no older than ten years old
• No more than 120,000 miles
• Pass 139-point inspection
• Comes with a 90-day/4,000-mile comprehensive limited warranty
• 24/7 Roadside Assistance
• 11,000 FordPass Rewards Points

Easier Ways To Shop

To make picking out and purchasing a CPO vehicle, Ford offers some incredible shop from home options. Make sure to check with your local Ford dealer to determine if/how they participate in these programs.

Test-Drive On Your Turf

You have a busy schedule, so scheduling a test drive isn’t always an easy thing to add to the calendar. With Ford’s Gold and Blue programs, you can have a local dealer bring the vehicle to you for a no-obligation test drive. Take your potential new Flex on the roads you use most to see how it handles your daily grind.

At-Home Purchase

If you already know which vehicle you want, Ford makes it easy to make the purchase without having to visit your local dealer. Every Fold dealer is committed to making your purchase process as straightforward as possible. Browse their selections, apply for financing, and more right from the comfort of your own home.

Once your purchase is complete, you can even have your almost-new Flex delivered right to your door.

Your Next Flex is Waiting

Just because the Ford Flex is no longer in production doesn’t mean you can’t pick up a quality version of this amazing SUV. While there may be plenty of straight-used options out there, take some time to explore the Ford Gold and Blue Advantage options near you. You could be in a Flex before you know it.