Should Dealers Be Worried About Carvana?
Carvana has proven to be an undeniable force in the used car market, and yes, dealers should be worried. This automotive brand has changed public perception about how used cars are bought and sold,...
Connecting Dealers with Private Party Sellers
Carvana has proven to be an undeniable force in the used car market, and yes, dealers should be worried. This automotive brand has changed public perception about how used cars are bought and sold,...
The best automotive strategies and tools don’t mean much if you don’t have a solid staff behind them. Supporting your dealership team in professional development and personal satisfaction can...
Buying private party vehicles has become a pivotal part of boosting used-car profits for many dealerships, though building a strong strategy can take a lot of trial and error. The Vehicle Acquisition...
Facebook Marketplace offers dealers a lot of opportunities to buy private party vehicles. As the largest social network, users rely on this platform for its familiarity and ease of use, but how can...
The pandemic forced many dealers to reconsider the way they buy used vehicles. With auctions out of commission, private vehicle sales have proven to be a stronger acquisition method, helping dealers...
The art of the sale doesn’t stop just because you’re using technology. Knowing how to approach private vehicle sellers and make them feel comfortable with the virtual sales process takes practice....
Garry Clift, owner of Clift Buick/GMC in Adrian, MI, offers some helpful tips about profitability when it comes to legitimate vehicle acquisitions. Clift has over 40 years of experience owning...
How do you find the right vehicle acquisition specialist at your dealership? Is there a formula? How do you know if he or she will move the numbers?
For Garry Clift, owner of Clift Buick GMC in...
How much profit a dealership can or does make on a vehicle depends mostly on the methods used for acquisition, whether it be through auction, trade, or private individual. This is according to...
The new video series, 'The Auction' which sheds a humorous light on dealers at the auto auction is basically the brainchild of VAN Co-Founder Bill Anderson, who also plays ‘Frank’ in the series.