Frequently Asked Questions

It is a remote expert second opinion. We pull the full title, accident, recall, and service history for the VIN, combine it with real local sold prices for nearly identical cars in your ZIP code, and have a human expert synthesize it into a clear report. You receive the highest price we would pay ourselves plus specific negotiation talking points.

Free tools and basic Carfax reports give you raw data and stop there. We synthesize the data, add actual local market comparables, and deliver a human expert second opinion with a clear max price and actionable leverage. Raw records do not tell you what to pay or how to negotiate.

No. All we need is the VIN. You can run the report before you even contact the seller.

No. This is data synthesis + expert second opinion based on records and market data. It does not replace a hands-on inspection. Many buyers use our report first to decide if a physical inspection is worth it.

The Premium Report and Bundle are delivered by email within 24 hours (usually much faster) as a downloadable PDF.

30 days, no questions asked. If the report and leverage did not help you make a better decision, email us and we will refund you the same day.

Yes — the Ongoing Protection Membership is $179 per year (billed annually). It includes 3 Premium Reports, priority processing, all updated Negotiation Leverage Kits, and direct support across every car you buy or help others buy. Ideal for repeat buyers, family helpers, or small-volume activity.

Yes. On the Offers page you can get our free Private Seller Red Flags Quick Checklist (PDF) — the exact 10 checks our founder used in real warranty claims work — plus occasional buyer alerts and new resources.