Buy trade-in vehicles. Exclusively for dealers.
CarOnSale enables car dealers to easily and profitably procure exclusive vehicles from licensed dealers and OEMs!
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Buying trade-in vehicles in B2B - the advantages
The used car market has shifted. According to the German Federal Motor Transport Authority, 5.6 million used cars were sold in Germany in 2022 — down from 7.0 million in 2020, a decline of over 20 percent in two years.
For dealers, this means: those relying solely on customer trade-ins have less room to manoeuvre. B2B sourcing from franchised dealers and fleet providers opens up stock that never reaches the open market.
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Delayed new car deliveries reinforce the effect. Microchip shortages are keeping finished vehicles in factories — customers wait months or switch to nearly-new used cars instead. This reduces available supply further.
The consequences are visible in the price data. The share of vehicles under €10,000 fell from 44 percent (2019) to 23 percent (2022). In the segment above €17,500, the share nearly doubled in the same period — from 24 to 46 percent.
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B2B sourcing from franchised dealers and fleet providers builds stock independent of market pressure. According to DAT, 23 percent of potential buyers who did not complete a purchase in 2022 cited limited choice as the reason. Dealers with a broader sourcing base close that gap. More stock means more completed sales.
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Registered in 3 Steps
Enter company information
You receive a confirmation email that takes you to the document upload.
Upload Documents
Business registration, ID card, and VAT ID.
Buy within 24 hours
You have access to the platform before activation is complete.
This is how it works: From the platform to
you to the yard
You will not only find the vehicle of your choice with us. We support you as a single point of contact throughout the entire purchasing process.
What enthusiastic
dealer colleagues
The vehicles are described in great detail. It goes down to the smallest detail: tire tread depths, every component is measured. This is what sets CarOnSale apart from all other auction providers.
Markus SpechtOwner, Autozentrum SpechtWe are completely satisfied with Caronsale! The vehicle valuations are precise and reliable. We feel very well looked after by Caronsale and can recommend the team without reservation.
Hermann HuberManagement, Autohaus HuberI've been a CarOnSale customer from the very beginning! Great team, always new ideas and my life is a lot easier since working with them. Keep up the good work!
Johanna WhiteManagement, Auto-Herold GmbH & Co. KG
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the costs?
Fees apply exclusively upon a successful vehicle purchase — starting at €89, with a defined upper limit. All costs are visible at any time in your account.
How long does transport take?
Collection and delivery take place within 7 to 10 working days as a rule.
What is needed for registration?
As CarOnSale is a platform for professional used car dealers, we require the following three documents for verification:
1. Business registration or commercial register extract
2. Passport or national ID card (front and back)
3. VAT identification number
1. Business registration or extract from the commercial register
2. Passport or ID card (front and back)
3. Value-Added Tax (VAT) Identification Number
What is a trade-in vehicle?
A trade-in vehicle is a car a customer hands over to a dealer as part payment when purchasing a new or used vehicle. These cars typically come from private ownership — condition and specification vary accordingly. CarOnSale provides verified provenance and full transparency on history and condition for every vehicle.
Why are trade-in vehicles attractive for purchasing?
Dealers want to move trade-ins quickly — they rarely fit their own stock profile. That creates opportunities for competitive purchase prices and interesting models. CarOnSale reinforces this through its auction format. Dealers find attractive purchase prices with verified history.
What should be considered when buying a trade-in vehicle?
Trade-ins were acquired on a case-by-case basis—their maintenance history, prior damage, and overall condition vary. A complete vehicle history is crucial. CarOnSale provides detailed appraisals and transparent vehicle data so that dealers can make informed decisions.
Do trade-in vehicles have disadvantages?
Unclear service history, signs of wear or individual modifications are real risks. CarOnSale addresses this with verified provenance records and transparent inspection processes — so dealers know exactly what they are buying.
