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How It Works

Buying a Car

A smarter, more enjoyable car shopping experience.

Save Time

Save Time

Stop wasting time traveling from dealership to dealership. We get you pre-approved first, so you can shop with confidence knowing what you can afford.

Avoid Stress

Avoid Stress

No more getting turned down at the dealership. We handle the pre-approval upfront, so you only see cars you can actually get.

Any Credit Accepted

Any Credit Accepted

We work with lenders for all credit situations. Whether you're rebuilding or just starting out, we help get you approved.

Get Pre-Approved

Buying a Car – How It Works

Step 1: Get Pre-Approved

Complete our simple online application in minutes to see how much you can get pre-approved for. Get Pre-Approved

Step 2: See Vehicles You Can Afford

We’ll connect you with a local dealership who will show you cars that you already qualify for, saving you time and avoiding any stress.

Step 3: Pick the Car You Want

Choose the vehicle that is right for you and it’s yours! Typically we can have you in a new car in as little as 48 hours.

Selling a Car

Skip the hassle of selling your car privately.

Save Time

No Lowball Offers

We wouldn’t offer a price we don’t expect you to accept. We use thousands of data points to calculate a fair market price.

Avoid Stress

Faster

On average it takes 4+ weeks to sell a car privately, or you can get your online offer instantly and sell your car to us in under a day.

Safer

No meeting strangers. When it’s time to hand over the keys you can just drop off your car at one of our convenient drop-off locations.

Get Pre-Approved

Selling Your Car – How It Works

Step 1: Get Your Instant Online Offer

Complete our online appraisal form in minutes to see your offer. No lowball offers here! Get My Offer

Step 2: Verify Your Offer

We will contact you to review your vehicle details and verify your offer.

Step 3: Drop Off Your Car, Get Paid

If you are happy with your offer we will schedule a convenient date and location for you to drop off your car and you’ll get paid!

The Easiest Way to
Buy or Sell a Car

Get pre-approved for a new car or sell your car directly to Canada Drives.

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