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Which is better to sell my car to: CarMax, Carvana, or a local dealer?
Each option has different trade-offs. CarMax offers in-person appraisals with same-day payment and a 7-day price hold, which gives you time to shop the offer around. Carvana provides instant online offers and free pickup, but offers are sometimes lower than in-person competitors and can change at inspection. Local dealers often have more flexibility to negotiate and may offer above-market prices on vehicles they specifically need for their inventory. The best approach is to get quotes from all three (plus NADA and KBB as reference points) and let the competition work in your favor. Taking 30-60 minutes to collect multiple quotes frequently yields $500-$2,000 more for the same vehicle.
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We purchased a 2026 Volvo through the Vantage Group. From the first contact with David every interaction was done with the utmost professionalism. David kept us up to date during our search which involved several changes. I thoroughly recommend this group and will tell my friends to take advantage of David and his group.
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I’ve always used brokers to get my car, It’s definitely much easier than going to the dealers and getting screwed over later.Brandon and his team were a great help In helping me find a car that suited my needs. Although I was a little skeptical, cause I’ve only done it one other time, but the process was quick and easy. I wanted to carbefore February, and Vantage Motor delivered, I mean actually delivered the car to my house.Only thing I had to do was decide which one I wanted. Will definitely be using them again for my next car!
I’ve always used brokers to get my car, It’s definitely much easier than going to the dealers and getting screwed over later.Brandon and his team were a great help In helping me find a car that suited my needs. Although I was a little skeptical, cause I’ve only done it one other time, but the process was quick and easy. I wanted to carbefore February, and Vantage Motor delivered, I mean actually delivered the car to my house.Only thing I had to do was decide which one I wanted. Will definitely be using them again for my next car!
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