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One flat fee, up front. No kickbacks.
Think of us as your car lawyers. You pay for our time and expertise, not a cut of the deal. Most brokers get paid by the dealer or the lender behind your back. We don't, so the only side we're on is yours.
Most cars, new or used, buy or lease, up to $60,000.
- One named broker, start to finish
- Search dealers, dealer-only auctions and private sellers nationwide
- At least 3 vetted options with out-the-door prices in 3–5 days
- Unlimited changes to make, model or trim until you buy
- History and title check on every option
- Inspection in our bays if the car is nearby
- Negotiation and junk-fee removal
- Trade-in offer from us, as a licensed dealer
- Financing: your bank or ours, whichever is better
- Paperwork, DMV and delivery anywhere in the US
- Client portal and text updates
- Optional top-rated extended warranty
Cars over $60,000, plus exotic, collector and rare vehicles at any price.
- Everything in Standard
- Allocation hunting for limited and in-demand models
- Deeper provenance and service-record checks
- Mobile inspection arranged anywhere in the US (inspection fee extra)
- Enclosed transport coordination
"Marcus did a great job finding the car I wanted, negotiating with dealers for the best price. So refreshing to not have to go into a dealership and play lets make a deal. A small price to pay for a huge convenience."Karen P. · Google review · 4.6 from 399 reviews
Not ready to pay yet? Book a free 15-minute call with a broker first.
Why up front?
Because it keeps us honest. Brokers paid by the dealer or the lender earn more when you buy a pricier car or take a marked-up loan. Our fee covers our time searching, vetting and negotiating. We don't earn a dollar more on which car you pick, how you finance it or what you pay for it.
Refunds
Full refund any time before we start searching. Once your broker has started working the search, the fee is non-refundable, because it pays for that time.
What's not in the fee.
- The price of the car itself, which we negotiate down for you
- Sales tax and DMV fees, at cost
- Transport to you, quoted before you agree
- Mobile inspections for cars outside our area, quoted before we book one
Buying one of our own cars? Your broker fee is credited toward the price, so the dealership side never double-dips.
Inside Car Guys vs. the alternatives.
| Inside Car Guys | Remote-only broker | Buying alone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed dealer | Yes, with dealer-only auction access | Usually not | No |
| Own service center | Yes, inspections in our bays | No | No |
| Buys your trade-in | Yes, we make the offer | Shops it around | You sell it |
| Paid by dealers or lenders | Never | Varies | — |
| Time you spend | About an hour total | A few hours | 15+ hours |
| Cost | $999 / $1,999 flat | Similar flat fee, or hidden in the deal | "Free," plus whatever you overpay |
Fee questions.
How much does Inside Car Guys charge?
$999 for a standard search, or $1,999 for cars over $60,000 and exotic, collector or rare vehicles. One flat fee per car, paid up front. It does not go up with the price of the car.
Why do you charge up front when other brokers don't?
Brokers who look free usually get paid by the selling dealer, the lender or the add-ons in your contract, which means they do better when you pay more. We charge for our time, up front, and are never paid by the seller or the lender. Like a lawyer, our only client is you.
Do sellers or lenders pay you?
No. No dealer kickbacks and no markup on your loan rate. The price of the car and your financing are negotiated purely for you.
Can you get me an extended warranty?
Yes, if you want one. We can get you a top-rated extended warranty for the car you buy. It's completely optional, and we'll never push it.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, a full refund any time before we start searching. Once your broker begins working your search, the fee is non-refundable because it pays for that time.
What if I change my mind about the car?
Change it as often as you like. One fee covers unlimited changes to make, model or trim until you buy a car.
What if I end up buying a car from your lot?
Your broker fee is credited toward the price of the car.
Do you handle leases?
Yes. We negotiate new-car leases the same way, including the price, money factor and fees.
Put a car guy on your side.
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