Your free companion for buying a used car.
Everything a used car buyer needs to know, in one place — free.
While you're searching: decode a car's VIN, research safety recall campaigns, and see the real out-the-door cost — taxes, fees and monthly payment included.
Standing in front of the car: follow the 22-point checklist our inspectors use, snap photos, ask the right questions, and spot bad-deal red flags before you sign.
- Know the car. NHTSA factory specs & recall campaigns.
- Know the real price. The full out-the-door cost, no surprises.
- Don't miss a thing. A 22-point checklist with photos.
- Buy protected. Paperwork help, scam red flags, negotiation scripts.
Your buyer toolkit
Tap a tool to start — each one covers one step of the purchase.
VIN Decoder
Factory specs for any car, straight from NHTSA.
Decode a VINRecall Check
Browse NHTSA safety recall campaigns by model; use a VIN to identify the vehicle.
Check recallsDeal Calculator
The true out-the-door price and monthly payment.
Run the numbersBook an Inspection
Request a professional inspection in Southwest Florida.
Request an inspection22-Point Checklist
What our inspectors check — documents, engine, brakes, road test.
Start the checklistMy List
Save cars, track checklist progress, compare side by side.
See my listPaperwork & Title Guide
Title, bill of sale and registration steps for all 50 states.
Open the guideDeal Safety Check
Ten quick questions that flag scams and title problems.
Check a dealNew Car Baseline
Just bought it? The first-30-days checks, in one list.
Start the baselineNegotiation Playbook
Dealer and private-seller scripts that help you negotiate.
Read the playbookQuestions to Ask Before You Buy
The must-ask questions for dealers and private sellers.
See the questionsPaid services
Three ways our team can help.
DIY Buying Guide — $9.99
Learn what to look for before buying a used vehicle, step by step.
See servicesVIN Review — $25
A remote vehicle information review from our inspection team.
See servicesBook an Inspection
A professional pre-purchase inspection in Southwest Florida — tell us about the vehicle and we'll reply with pricing and availability.
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