Edmonton GM Optimum Certified Used Vehicles

Competition Chevrolet is pleased to be a General Motors Certified Optimum Pre-Owned Dealer. This means that all of our Optimum Used Vehicles Include the Following:

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150-Plus Point Inspection

Take comfort in the knowledge that the Optimum Used Vehicle you choose has been thoroughly inspected to give you optimum reliability, quality and satisfaction. Want more information about the inspection process? Read Below.

Manufacturers Warranty

All GM Optimum vehicles come with a minimum 3-month or 5,000 kilometre (whichever comes first) Powertrain Warranty. You also have the option of extending your coverage to longer terms and more comprehensive Optimum Protection Plans.

24 Hour Roadside Assistance

Every Optimum Vehicle gives you peace of mind driving with a minimum of 3 months or 5,000 kilometres of 24-hour roadside assistance for as long as the warranty is in force.

Exchange Privilege

If you decide the Optimum Used Vehicle you've purchased or leased isn't right for you, you can exchange it within 30 days or 2,500 km.

Every Optimum Used Vehicle is subject to the following 150+ Point Inspection.

ENGINE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Check the vehicle mileage against service records for accuracy
Hood release, hinges, prop rod or gas struts provide proper operation
Check finish (rust, corrosion)
Check factory instruction stickers

ENGINE CONDITION
Verify original equipment and displacement
Check condition of Valve covers and head gaskets
Check condition of engine belts, automatic belt tensioner, hoses, and wires
Check condition of hose clamps, retainer clips, and wire casings
Inspect for areas of concentrated dirt or grime ENGINE OIL LEVEL/CONDITION
Check Engine Oil Level, Verify Oil Clarity & Viscosity

ENGINE COOLANT CONDITION/LEVEL
Check Radiator for Leaks/Damage & That Fan Shroud is Secure and in Place
Verify that Cooling Fan Blades are not Broken or Bent
Check Coolant Level, Freeze Protection Rating

AIR FILTER INSPECTION
Inspect Filter Housing & Air Filter for Debris (Bugs, Dirt, Leaves)

BATTERY LOAD TEST
Inspect Battery for Cracks, Clean & Inspect Battery Top, Posts, & Cables
Conduct Battery Load Test, Measure Voltage

IGNITION SYSTEM
Inspect System for Loose, Burned, & Cracked Wires
Check Wires for Short Circuits & Arcing

POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
Inspect Power Steering Fluid Level

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Locate & Inspect Master Cylinder Reservoir, Check Brake Fluid Level

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL & CONDITION
Check all Ranges from Park to 1st For Proper Engagement
Ensure Fluid Level Meets Manufacturers Specified Level, Clarity & Viscosity

FUEL SYSTEM
Inspect Fuel Injection System for Proper Operation
Check Fuel System for Leaks, Loose Wires, & Lines
Inspect Evaporative Emmissions for Proper Operation

MANUAL TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
Measure Fluid Level, Clarity & Viscosity (If Applicable)

MANUAL TRANSMISSION HYDRAULIC CLUTCH FLUID LEVEL
Check Clutch Fluid Reservoir for Proper Level

WASHER FLUID LEVEL
Inspect/Fill Front & Rear (if Equipped) Washer Fluid Reservoir

STARTER PERFORMANCE (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Check that Starter Only Operates in Park Or Neutral

STARTER PERFORMANCE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
Starts Only When Clutch Pedal Pressed All The Way To Floor (GM Vehicles)

ENGINE RUNNING, NOISE, VIBRATION & HARSHNESS
Check for Fluid Leaks or Valvetrain Noise
Check Vacuum System Condition
Check Fuel Delivery System
Check Valve Cover/Cylinder Head/Exhaust Manifold Gaskets Soundness
Check Radiator/Heater Hoses Condition
Inspect Power Steering Pump & Hose Condition
Listen/Check for Squeaking Belts

INSTRUMENTATION AND INTERIOR COMPONENTS INSPECTION

SRS System Warning Light/Self Test
ABS System Warning Light/Self Test

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel/Gauge Lights & Operation
Check Electronic Instrument Cluster, Heads Up Display is Operational (If Equipped)

CLIMATE CONTROL
HVAC Front & Rear Electronic Climate Control Operation (If Equipped)
Check That All Climate Control Directional Functions & Vents are Working Properly

AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM
Check Audio Controls, Speakers, Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
Check Power Antenna Operation (If Equipped)
Check DVD Player Operation (If Equipped)
Check Navigation System Operation (If Equipped)

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER OPERATION
Check That Front Wiper/Washer Controls are Operational
Check Front Wiper Blades
Check Rear Wiper/Washer Controls are Operational (If Equipped)
Check Rear Wiper Blade (If Equipped)

ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER OPERATION
Check Defroster Switch/Heating Grid Operation

HORN OPERATION
Check Horn Operation/Sound Quality

LIGHTER/POWERPOINT OUTLETS
Check That Cigarette Lighter & Auxliary Power Points Are Operational

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
Check That Steering Wheel Locks In Each Tilt Position

INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
Check Rearview Mirror Adjustment, Range of Movement, Auto Dimming Feature (If Equipped)
Check Map/Reading Lights (If Equipped)

WINDOWS
Check That Power Windows & Controls Are Operational (If Equipped)
Check Sliding Rear Window/Vent Windows (If Equipped)

OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROLS
Check Mirrors For Full Movement in all Directions
Check That Mirrors Have Good Clarity, No Scratches or Cracks
Check Heated Mirrors/Personal Memory Systems Functions (If Equipped)

POWER SUNROOF OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Check That Sunroof Opens, Tilts, Vents & Closes Properly
Check Sunroof Track for any Obstructions or Damage
Check Sunroof Seals for any Cracks or Damage

REMOVABLE ROOF PANELS (IF EQUIPPED)
Check That Roof Panel Latches
Check That Roof Panel Weather Stripping for Cracks & Damage

CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Check Headliner Condition (If Equipped)
Check Roof Structure for Bent Rods or Damage
Check That Top Opens and Closes Fully
Check Condition of Rear Glass or Plastic Rear Window
Check Convertible Top Seals & Clamps

SEAT FABRIC AND TRIM CONDITION
Check That Vehicle seats are Free from Wear, Stains, or Tears
Check Passenger Compartment Trim Panels Fit & Finish
Check Condition & Fit of Headliner

SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Check That Driver and Passenger Seat Tracks are Operational
Check Adjustable Head Restraints (If Equipped)
Check Folding Rear Seatback/Valet Lockout Feature (If Equipped)
Check Operational Controls of Driver/Passenger/Rear Seat

SAFETY BELT CONDITION/INTEGRAL CHILD SEAT OPERATION
Check Operation of All Seat Belts
Inspect Safety Belt Webbing and Buckles at all Seating Positions
Check That Height Adjustable Shoulder Belts Work Correctly (If Equipped)
Check That Integral Child Seat is Operating Properly (If Equipped)
Inspect all Child Seat Hardware and Latches

SUN VISOR OPERATION AND CONDITION
Check Operation of Sun Visors

INTERIOR/COURTESY LIGHT OPERATION
Check That All Interior Lights/Switches are Operational

REMOTE DECKLID/LIFTGATE RELEASE OPERATION
Check Operation of Decklid/Liftgate during Remote Release
Inspect Weather Seals for Damage
Inspect Decklid Pull Down Feature (If Equipped)

REMOTE FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Inspect operation of the remote fuel filler door release feature
Interior fuel door switch, release mechanism working properly

ASHTRAY
Inspect Ashtray for Broken, Bent, or Melted Components

GLOVE BOX OPERATION
Inspect Latch, Lock, and Hinges for Proper Operation

DOOR TRIM AND LOCK OPERATION
Check That All Doors Open & Close Smoothly
Inspect Operation of Manual/Power Door Locks & Rear Door Security Lock
Check That Doors Cannot be Opened in the Locked Position
Check That Handheld Remote Transmitters are Operational (If Equipped)
Check All Interior/Exterior Door Handles for Damage
Inspect Fit/Finish of Each Door Trim Panel, Armrest & Assist strap

CARPET AND FLOOR MAT CONDITION
Inspect Carpet and Floor Mats for Burns, Dirt & Excessive Wear

CARGO AREA
Inspect Cargo Area Trim Panels for Fit & Finish
Check Cargo Area, Door Lock Switch Operation & Auxiliary Powerpoint Power (If Equipped)

SPARE TIRE CONDITION/JACK & WRENCH LOCATION
Inspect Spare Tire and Wheel Condition
Inspect That All Tools Needed for Spare Tire Change are Intact

PRE TEST DRIVE INSPECTION

HEAD LAMP/FOG LAMP OPERATIONS
Check Headlamp Switch, High/Low Beam is Functional
Check Headlamps are Aimed Properly
Check Twilight/Headlamp Delay Feature (If Equipped)
Check That Fog lamps are Aimed and Functional (If Equipped)

PARKING/BRAKE/BACK UP/TURN & SIDE MARKER LAMPS
Inspect Front and Rear Parking Lamps
Inspect Brake and Backup Lamps
Test Left/Right Turn Signal Lamps
Check That Hazard Warning Lights Work when the is Vehicle Running/Not Running

WHEEL AND TIRE CONDITION (INSPECT PRE TEST DRIVE AND IN SERVICE BAY)
Check That Tires Meet 4/32" Minimum Requirement
Inspect Wheel Covers/Wheel Centre Hubs (If Equipped)
Inspect Tire Side Walls, Valve Stems, and Wear Pattern
Check that Tire Size/Correct Air Pressure/Lug Nuts Secured
Inspect Wheel Rims for damage

SHOCK ABSORBER TEST
Check Front Shock Absorbers/Strut Assembly
Check Rear Shock Absorbers/Strut Assembly

THE TEST DRIVE

BRAKE SHIFT/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Check That Gear Selector Cannot be Moved out of Park Unless Brake is Applied

TRANSMISSION OPERATION (AUTOMATIC)
Check Transmission Gear Engagement/Shift Points are Smooth

TRANSMISSION OPERATION (MANUAL)
Check Clutch Pedal/Gear Shift Engagement
Listen for Transmission Noise

ENGINE PERFORMANCE
Check Engine Driveability & Performance

BRAKE OPERATION
Check That Power Assisted Braking System is Functional
Check That Rear Parking Assistance Monitor is Operational (If Equipped)
Check Anti-lock Brake System Warning/Self-Test Light is Functional
Check Functionality of Anti-lock Brake System (If Equipped)
Check That Vehicle Tracks Straight Under Hard Braking Conditions

SUSPENSION/DRIVETRAIN/NOISE/VIBRATION/HARSHNESS
Check for Abnormal Vehicle Noise, Vibrations or Harshness

CORNERING ABILITY
Check Vehicle Cornering Dynamics
Check That Vehicle has no Abnormal Body Roll

CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Check That Cruise Control Holds a Set Speed & That Adjustments Work Properly

SERVICE BAY INSPECTION

TRANSMISSION CASE INSPECTION
Check That Transmission Case/Pan is Structurally Sound

MANUAL TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
Check Transmission Fluid Clarity, Condition & Level

TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE MODELS)
Check Fluid Level, Clarity and Condition
Check Transfer Case/Skid Plate Structural Condition

BRAKE SYSTEM CONDITION
Inspect Brake Rotor/Drum Surfaces
Check That Brake Pads/Shoes have 40% or More Remaining Pad Life
Check That Brake Shoes have 40% or More Remaining Life
Test Parking Brake Operation

ENGINE MOUNTS/FRONT SUSPENSION LINKS & BUSHINGS
Inspect all Engine Mounts, Grommets & Bushings
Check Front Suspension Links/Sway Bar/Mounts

STRUTS AND SHOCK ABSORBER CONDITION
Check That Shock Absorbers/Struts are Free From Leaks and Damage

STEERING SYSTEM CONDITION
Inspect Structural Condition of all Steering System Elements

CV JOINT DUST BOOT CONDITION
Check That CV Dust Cover Boot is Void of Rips/Damage

DRIVE AXLE, AXLE FLUID LEVELS
Check That Drive Axle Meets Manufacturer Specifications
Inspect Differential Case for Fluid Leaks
Check Front/Drive Axle Fluid Level

FUEL TANK SYSTEM CONDITION
Check That Fuel Tank and Delivery Lines are Sound & Have No Fuel Odor

VEHICLE/STRUCTURAL DAMAGE
Check That Vehicle Shows No Signs of Collision Damage

EXHAUST SYSTEM
Check That Exhaust System is Hung/Routed Properly & Meets Structural Integrity, Exhaust Tone

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE, CHASSIS LUBE
Lubricate All Chassis Points & Perform Engine Oil & Filter Change

APPEARANCE

EXTERIOR WEAR AND TEAR INSPECTION WINDOW GLASS
Inspect all glass surfaces for chips and cracks

HOOD CONDITION
Inspect Hood for Proper Alignment with Fenders, Grille, and Fascia
Inspect Hood's Finish for Dents/Scratches

GRILLE, FRONT BUMPER, AND FASCIA CONDITION
Check That Bumper Guards & Rubstrips are Securely Fastened
Check Grille, Front Bumper, or Fascia Alignment/Condition
Check That Vehicle is Free from Road Tar and Tree Sap

DRIVER SIDE FENDER, DOOR(S), QUARTER PANEL CONDITION
Inspect for Panel Alignment, Finish Quality, Previous Bodywork
Inspect Weather Seals, Placement/Condition
Check That Bodyside Mirrors, Mouldings and Badging Properly Secured

DECKLID, LIFTGATE, TAILGATE OR REAR CARGO DOOR CONDITION
Inspect Rear Body Panel Surfaces for Dents, Dings & Scratches
Check Decklid, Liftgate or Rear Panel Doors
Check Placement & Condition of Weather Seals
Inspect Pickup Tailgate/Bed/Side Rails (If Equipped)
Inspect Bedliner (If Equipped)

REAR BUMPER/FASCIA CONDITION
Inspect All Rear Trim Components for Proper Fit & Collision Damage
Check That All Bumper Guards and Rubstrips are Securely Fastened

PASSENGER SIDE FENDER, DOOR(S), QUARTER PANEL CONDITION
Inspect Areas for Panel Alignment, Finish Quality, or Previous Body work
Check Placement & Condition of Weather Seals
Check That Bodyside Mirrors, Mouldings and Badging Properly Secured

RADIO ANTENNA
Inspect Mast Antenna & That Antenna is Secured

FINAL INSPECTIONS

Check That Engine Compartment is Clean/Degreased
Interior Passenger Compartment is Cleaned/Detailed
Check That Interior Exterior Has Been Washed/Waxed/Detailed

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