AUBURN HILLS, MI – Chrysler LLC reported that its Five Star dealers sold a new record of 10,204 Certified Pre-owned Vehicles (CPOV) in August 2007, a five-percent increase from August 2006 sales of 9,713 units.

For the month, Chrysler brand sales dipped three percent to 3,201 units; Jeep brand sales spiked 19 percent to 2,890 units and Dodge brand sales rose three percent to 4,113 units.

Year-to-date Chrysler is the only domestic auto company to grow its market share in the non-luxury certified segment, the fastest growing automotive segment in the United States. Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge year-to-date 2007 sales set a record by rising seven percent to 84,845 units, versus 2006 sales of 79,050 units. Select vehicles with marked sales improvement include the Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Magnum, which increased 24 and 26 percent year-over-year, respectively.

Chrysler LLC offers a comprehensive Certified Pre-owned Vehicle program. 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.

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