Carvana

[birdawg]

Anyone buy a used car from Carvana.

[kstew43]

Anyone buy a used car from Carvana.

we wanted new, but I think the way they sell in the towers with the coin slot would be so awesome to see.

good luck with them......

[Nucky]

I’m in the market again now and am concerned about snagging a car that has been flooded and is now being flipped. Carvana looks appealing but I am way to suspicious. No more pimp cars. Just reliable transportation in case we have to get out of Dodge like the last two years with the storms. No more car payments. Complete freedom. If someone had a great experience with Carvana then I would take a more serious look.

Never had a primary car that was used. Don’t have my kids down here to do the shopping for me. Tough spot to be in.

[retiredguy123]

In my opinion, with all the new safety features and electronics coming out every year, it really doesn't make sense to buy a used car, unless you can't afford a new one.

[birdawg]

Just bought a new Murano Hated dealing with the sale's people This is for my daughter.

[ColdNoMore]

In my opinion, with all the new safety features and electronics coming out every year, it really doesn't make sense to buy a used car, unless you can't afford a new one.

I used to think that...but then I got smart.

There are already so many features and electronics on newer vehicles, that there are very few major advances... from one year to the next.

Six months ago I bought a 1 model year old vehicle, with 8,200 miles on it, just coming off of a lease...and paid 27% less than the MSRP sticker (that was stashed under the seat). I'm sure that was a mistake by the dealer leaving it in there, because I doubt they want you seeing the MSRP on a used vehicle.

I ended up with an almost brand new car, after letting someone besides myself as usual...take that huge first year depreciation hit.

https://www.edmunds.com/car-buying/drive-a-nearly-new-car-for-almost-free.html

According to Edmunds data, the first year is the most devastating for most new cars. Take an average midsize sedan selling for $27,660 as an example. In the first year, the car loses $7,419 of its value.

And yes, I can certainly "afford"...a brand new model. :ho:




As for the topic...this is a new concept to me.

I can just never imagine buying a vehicle, without test driving it...and looking it over with a fine-tooth comb first.

Carvana: Everything you need to know about Orlando's new... (https://www.clickorlando.com/news/carvana-everything-you-need-to-know-about-orlandos-new-vending-machine-for-cars)

[DigitalGranny]

I bought my current car - a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan, from Carvana. I can't say enough good about the process and the service! It was delivered to my door and they took my tradein away. My car was a rental, one year old, and I paid less than half the sticker price. I love it!

[Kerry Azz]

I used to think that...but then I got smart.

There are already so many features and electronics on newer vehicles, that there are very few major advances... from one year to the next.

Six months ago I bought a 1 model year old vehicle, with 8,200 miles on it, just coming off of a lease...and paid 27% less than the MSRP sticker (that was stashed under the seat). I'm sure that was a mistake by the dealer leaving it in there, because I doubt they want you seeing the MSRP on a used vehicle.

I ended up with an almost brand new car, after letting someone besides myself as usual...take that huge first year depreciation hit.

https://www.edmunds.com/car-buying/drive-a-nearly-new-car-for-almost-free.html



And yes, I can certainly "afford"...a brand new model.

As for the topic...this is a new concept to me.

I can just never imagine buying a vehicle, without test driving it...and looking it over with a fine-tooth comb first.

Carvana: Everything you need to know about Orlando's new... (https://www.clickorlando.com/news/carvana-everything-you-need-to-know-about-orlandos-new-vending-machine-for-cars)
With 35+ years selling vehicles in my opinion the educated buyer will always purchase a program vehicle and save close to 30%.and for those who hate dealing with salespeople the internet department is the best route to go.

[BobnBev]

I used to think that...but then I got smart.

There are already so many features and electronics on newer vehicles, that there are very few major advances... from one year to the next.

Six months ago I bought a 1 model year old vehicle, with 8,200 miles on it, just coming off of a lease...and paid 27% less than the MSRP sticker (that was stashed under the seat). I'm sure that was a mistake by the dealer leaving it in there, because I doubt they want you seeing the MSRP on a used vehicle.

I ended up with an almost brand new car, after letting someone besides myself as usual...take that huge first year depreciation hit.

https://www.edmunds.com/car-buying/drive-a-nearly-new-car-for-almost-free.html



And yes, I can certainly "afford"...a brand new model. :ho:




As for the topic...this is a new concept to me.

I can just never imagine buying a vehicle, without test driving it...and looking it over with a fine-tooth comb first.

Carvana: Everything you need to know about Orlando's new... (https://www.clickorlando.com/news/carvana-everything-you-need-to-know-about-orlandos-new-vending-machine-for-cars)

I was gonna suggest OffLeaseOnly.com

Check out all the features and cars on their website.

[asianthree]

Just traded in our 2012 Enclave with 37,000. Drive very little even working full time. Found a new loaded 2018 Enclave online sent to the dealership I wanted, paperwork was ready when we arrived, 20 minutes done. Interaction 20 minutes from great sales staff on how to navigate the new surroundings.
The 2018 was discounted, we get GM pricing, veterans discount, great money on our trade, and instead of paying cash, 0% interest. So payments are coming out of my car fund account.
We usually get a GM perk car with 4000 or so miles, but this was the better deal.

[ColdNoMore]

With 35+ years selling vehicles in my opinion the educated buyer will always purchase a program vehicle and save close to 30%.and for those who hate dealing with salespeople the internet department is the best route to go.

I'm now a believer in letting someone else take the huge first year depreciation hit...and purchasing a low mileage, last year's model. :thumbup:

I personally don't even mind the 'haggling,' and in fact enjoy it a bit, especially after doing the research first...and being prepared.

I also know that since I'm the buyer, I can walk out the door at any time and I'm guessing that you'll agree that from a dealer's/seller's perspective, the most important thing is...DON'T let the potential buyer leave the premises.

The only gripe I have, is that like when cassette players no longer came in vehicles (years of music collection becoming instantly useless)...now there are no CD players in a lot of the new ones. :oops:

But hey, it's not that big of a deal to burn CD's to thumb drives, so that's not really a deal killer...at least for me.

And the way I see it, of all the places to buy a used vehicle, near The Villages has to be one of the best...due to the prevalence of using golf carts for so many day-to-day activities.

There are a lot of upscale vehicles where TV'ers have leased for a year and that fit the old sellers line of... "only driven to church on Sunday's, by a little old lady/guy." :D

[dewilson58]

I was gonna suggest OffLeaseOnly.com

Check out all the features and cars on their website.

I considered this place........but the reviews were not good. Did you buy from them??

[bandsdavis]

We have had very good luck selling to and buying from Carmax in both VA and FL (the Orlando location). I hate dealing with sales people as well and I've found that at some dealerships if you contact them thru the internet sales department you end up having to talk with a floor sales rep anyway.

[retiredguy123]

We have had very good luck selling to and buying from Carmax in both VA and FL (the Orlando location). I hate dealing with sales people as well and I've found that at some dealerships if you contact them thru the internet sales department you end up having to talk with a floor sales rep anyway.
Yes, my experience with internet sales departments is that it is just a ploy to get you into the dealership. The first thing they want is your phone number and ask you when you can come in for a test drive.

[BobnBev]

I considered this place........but the reviews were not good. Did you buy from them??

No, but I thought I would for my next car. Where did you find the reviews?

[dewilson58]

No, but I thought I would for my next car. Where did you find the reviews?

Yelp +100 reviews

[thomp679]

When we moved here in Sep 2017, we brought down two cars. We decided we only needed one. My car was a lease so I decided I would sell my car to a dealer than go through the hassle of buying out the lease and selling to an individual. In searching and talking to local dealers, Carmax, and others, I came across Carvana. They offered a $1k over the best offer and they came to my house and picked the car up.

As to concern of flood cars mentioned in one post, Carvana seemed to be very careful on avoiding such cars. Since we moved a couple of days before Hurricane Irma, they would not accept cars out of Florida for at least six months. I had to prove to them the car was up north during the hurricane before they would complete the purchase.

Overall, they were great to work with on the selling side. Since they have a 7 day 100% return policy, I would consider using them in the future for a purchase.

[BobnBev]

Yelp +100 reviews

Wow, I couldn't believe what I was reading. Made a believer out of me. I just scratched them off my list. Thanks for enlightening me. :crap2:

[thomp679]

Wow, I couldn't believe what I was reading. Made a believer out of me. I just scratched them off my list. Thanks for enlightening me. :crap2:


Interesting reading all the reviews. I can't blame you for scratching them off your list. Though I had a great experience, there is quite the disparity in those reviews.

[birdawg]

Car comes Tuesday I will let everyone know how dealing with carvana was.

[raynan]

I think the negative reviews were meant for offlease not carvana.

[BobnBev]

Car comes Tuesday I will let everyone know how dealing with carvana was.

Waiting for the report.:popcorn:

[birdawg]

Waiting for the report.:popcorn:

Received Car Tuesday 1:00 just as promised car seems to be everything posted. Wind shield wipers were poor they said buy new and send them the bill so far so good.

[BobnBev]

Good deal! I can't remember if this was Carvana or Off Lease Only. How many miles and what kind of car?

Get the best wipers you can find, FL sun is hard on them.

[birdawg]

Good deal! I can't remember if this was Carvana or Off Lease Only. How many miles and what kind of car?

Get the best wipers you can find, FL sun is hard on them.

Hyundai Elantra 2015 21000 miles It was a lease they had lots of rentals thought a lease was best Hopeful we made a good choice 12500.00$

[BobnBev]

Hyundai Elantra 2015 21000 miles It was a lease they had lots of rentals thought a lease was best Hopeful we made a good choice 12500.00$

That's about 7000 miles a year. Sounds like a good deal and a good choice. Best of luck with it.:ho: