CarBravo 126-Point Inspection
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The CarBravo 126-point inspection
Every CarBravo vehicle is inspected by a Certified Service technician before it is listed.
CarBravo 126-Point Inspection in 30 seconds
- CarBravo Certified vehicles get a 126-point inspection; BravoBudget vehicles get 62 points.
- Done by a Certified Service technician before the vehicle is listed.
- GM requires all safety recalls completed before sale.
- The former Chevrolet CPO program used 172 points; that program merged into CarBravo on June 2, 2026.
Bravo tier
126 points
For vehicles under 10 model years and under 100,000 miles.
BravoBudget
62 points
For vehicles 10 to 15 years and/or 100,000 to 150,000 miles.
Who
Certified Service technicians
CarBravo says its technicians complete the GM Automotive Service Educational Program.
Recalls
Completed first
GM requires all safety recalls completed before listing or sale.
What to ask to see
- The completed inspection checklist for that VIN
- The free CARFAX report
- Tire and brake measurements, especially before a Wisconsin winter
- Any reconditioning done
CarBravo posts the full checklists on carbravo.com.
FAQ
CarBravo 126-Point Inspection: questions buyers ask
How many points is the CarBravo inspection?
126 for CarBravo Certified, 62 for BravoBudget.
Was it 172 points before?
The former Chevrolet Certified Pre-Owned program used a 172-point inspection; the current CarBravo Certified inspection is 126 points.
Can I see the inspection report?
Yes, ask us for the checklist on the vehicle you are considering.
Does the inspection replace a test drive?
No. Drive it on the roads you use every day, including highway and gravel if that is your commute.
Are open recalls fixed?
GM requires dealers to complete all safety recalls before sale; you can verify on NHTSA.gov.
See CarBravo vehicles at Swant Graber Motors
1690 E Division Ave, Barron. Ask for an itemized out-the-door quote on any vehicle.
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- Bravo vs. BravoBudget
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- Is CarBravo worth it?
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Used model guides
Sources: CarBravo certified used cars, GM News, Mar 3 2026: CPO merges with CarBravo. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026. Program terms may change; see the CarBravo Limited Warranty Manual and your buyer documents for exact coverage, limitations and exclusions.