How We Rank Results
Transparency in our ranking methodology and what influences search results.
Ranking Factors
Deal Rating
Price comparison vs. market average for similar vehicles
What We Consider:
Seller Trust Score
Verification level, rating, response time, and transaction history
What We Consider:
Vehicle Quality
History, condition, features, and inspection status
What We Consider:
Listing Quality
Photo quality, description completeness, and transparency
What We Consider:
User Engagement
Views, saves, and inquiry rate
What We Consider:
Deal Rating Badges Explained
Criteria: 10%+ below market
Criteria: 5-10% below market
Criteria: 2-5% below market
Criteria: Within 2% of market
Criteria: 5-10% above market
Criteria: 10%+ above market
Sponsored Listings Disclosure
How Sponsored Listings Work
Some dealers pay to promote their listings. Sponsored listings are clearly labeled with a "Sponsored" badge and may appear at the top of search results or in featured positions.
Important: Sponsored listings still must meet our quality standards and are ranked based on relevance to your search. Sponsorship does not affect deal ratings or trust scores.
You can filter out sponsored listings in search settings if you prefer to see only organic results.
Data Sources & Freshness
Market Pricing
Updated daily from thousands of real transactions and active listings
Updated dailyVehicle History
Sourced from CARFAX, AutoCheck, and NMVTIS databases
Real-timeSeller Ratings
Based on verified customer reviews and transaction completion
Updated hourlyYour Control Options
Sort Options
You can override our ranking by sorting by Price, Mileage, Year, Distance, or Newest listings.
Filter Controls
Use filters to narrow results by price, features, seller type, and more. Filters always take precedence.
Hide Sponsored
Toggle off sponsored listings in search settings to see only organic results.