A SMARTER WAY TO BUY A CAR

Get the Car You Want.Save Time. Save Money.

Why pay more for your next car if you don’t have to?

COVR does the searching, compares prices, and helps you explore opportunities to buy cars below comparable retail prices. Get expert guidance and make your money go further.

Savings and car availability vary. No specific car, price, or savings amount is guaranteed.

EXPLORE CARS BY BUDGET

Find Something That Fits.

Individual car examples with a closer look at what you could potentially save.

See What Fits My Budget
Illustrative image of a 2012 Chevy Malibu; not current inventory

2012 Chevy Malibu

116,653 miles

Dealer price example$6,735
COVR target$3,850
Potential difference$2,885
Illustrative image of a 2010 Nissan Altima; not current inventory

2010 Nissan Altima

132,406 miles

Dealer price example$4,955
COVR target$2,980
Potential difference$1,975
Illustrative image of a 2016 Nissan Altima; not current inventory

2016 Nissan Altima

94,321 miles

Dealer price example$9,903
COVR target$6,913
Potential difference$2,990
Illustrative image of a 2019 Dodge Durango; not current inventory

2019 Dodge Durango

142,227 miles

Dealer price example$18,662
COVR target$17,406
Potential difference$1,256
Illustrative image of a 2015 BMW X5; not current inventory

2015 BMW X5

97,093 miles

Dealer price example$14,877
COVR target$12,575
Potential difference$2,302
Illustrative image of a 2015 Chevy Traverse LT; not current inventory

2015 Chevy Traverse LT

96,420 miles

Dealer price example$6,397
COVR target$5,074
Potential difference$1,323
Illustrative image of a 2012 Toyota Camry; not current inventory

2012 Toyota Camry

100,330 miles

Dealer price example$10,850
COVR target$9,450
Potential difference$1,400
Illustrative image of a 2013 Honda Accord; not current inventory

2013 Honda Accord

171,598 miles

Dealer price example$9,139
COVR target$7,630
Potential difference$1,509
Illustrative image of a 2012 Honda Odyssey; not current inventory

2012 Honda Odyssey

162,346 miles

Dealer price example$9,867
COVR target$7,830
Potential difference$2,037

Illustrative comparisons only. Dealer prices are historical asking-price references or preliminary examples, not verified current matched offers. COVR targets and potential differences are hypothetical and are not available cars, offers, or guaranteed savings. Differences exclude taxes, title, registration, repairs, financing costs and COVR service fees unless noted. Cars shown are illustrative, not current inventory. Year, trim, mileage, condition and market location affect actual prices.

Financing Options May Be Available

After starting a COVR service, eligible customers may explore third-party direct-to-consumer loan options. These are not traditional dealer financing. Lenders and loan approvals are not guaranteed. Cash buyers are welcome too.

Get Started

Meet the COVR BuySmart Quiz

Our free quiz helps you understand your realistic total budget, explore possible car matches and see your next steps. No dealership hopping required to get started.

Start My Free BuySmart Quiz
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How COVR Works

1

Start With the Quiz

Tell us your budget, needs and timing. Get a free first look at what may fit.

2

Get a Buying Advisor

When you’re ready, unlock paid guidance to prepare your budget, compare cars and define a realistic search.

3

We Find Opportunities. You Choose.

Through our licensed dealership relationship, we screen potential cars and help coordinate the next steps. No exact match or savings guarantee.

Why Buyers Choose COVR

Save Time

Less driving from listing to listing and fewer dead ends.

Spend Smarter

Search for genuine value, with a target below comparable retail when possible.

Get Expert Advice

A dedicated Buying Advisor to help you understand the options.

Buyer-First Process

Clear expectations, realistic numbers and no pressure to choose the wrong car.

Recently COVR’D

Real vehicles from our process. Not current inventory.

Find Cars That Fit My Budget
COVR car photo: 2014 Honda Odyssey EX-LCOVR’D

2014 Honda Odyssey EX-L

Family Minivan

COVR car photo: 2015 Ford Escape SECOVR’D

2015 Ford Escape SE

Compact SUV

COVR car photo: 2013 Nissan Altima SCOVR’D

2013 Nissan Altima S

Midsize Sedan

COVR car photo: 2013 Nissan Pathfinder SCOVR’D

2013 Nissan Pathfinder S

Three-row SUV

COVR car photo: 2012 Buick LaCrosseCOVR’D

2012 Buick LaCrosse

Comfort Sedan

COVR car photo: 2017 Ford Taurus SELCOVR’D

2017 Ford Taurus SEL

Full-size Sedan

These six photos and vehicle descriptions came from your existing Recently COVR’D gallery. No sale prices or customer savings are claimed here because verified comparisons were not provided.

What Our Customers Say

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Stock portrait for sample quote, Chantay S.
SAMPLE QUOTE, NOT A REVIEW

A car I was excited to buy

“The team helped me understand the price and the steps before moving forward.”

Chantay S.
Stock portrait for sample quote, Amir P.
SAMPLE QUOTE, NOT A REVIEW

A straightforward process

“I wanted to save time and make a practical decision. I appreciated having a clearer plan.”

Amir P.
Stock portrait for sample quote, Jessica D.
SAMPLE QUOTE, NOT A REVIEW

Shopping on a student budget

“I needed options that made sense for my budget instead of guessing where to start.”

Jessica D.
Stock portrait for sample quote, Mary F.
SAMPLE QUOTE, NOT A REVIEW

Finding a family van

“I had been searching for months. I wanted help finding a van that matched its description.”

Mary F.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BuySmart Quiz free?

Yes. BuySmart is a free starting point that helps you explore your budget and possible car options. Paid advisor and sourcing services are optional, with pricing explained before activation.

Can I buy a car for under $5,000?

Sometimes. It depends on available vehicles, condition, miles, repairs and required fees. Your total budget must also allow for taxes, title, registration and applicable services. We cannot guarantee a match.

Does COVR really find cars?

Yes. COVR helps identify and screen vehicles and works through a licensed dealership relationship to pursue selected sourcing opportunities. Customers do not directly access dealer-only auctions.

Do you guarantee the savings shown?

No. The budget examples are illustrations, not actual quotes, available inventory or guaranteed discounts. Actual purchase costs and any savings depend on comparable retail prices, condition and all required charges.

How does a Buying Advisor help?

A Buying Advisor reviews your budget and priorities, discusses realistic vehicles and trade-offs, helps you prepare for purchase and explains which sourcing options may fit your situation.

Do I need all my money ready before searching?

To authorize a specific purchase through the dealer, you will generally need cleared funds or approved financing sufficient for the full agreed purchase cost. Requirements and timelines are explained in the service terms.

Are financing options available?

Some customers may be able to explore third-party direct-to-consumer financing after starting a paid COVR service. These are not traditional dealer loans. No lender, loan, eligibility or approval is promised.

Can you guarantee a specific make and model?

No. The search considers your approved preferences and budget, but auction inventory and winning bids vary. You review possible matches before authorizing a purchase.

Are the vehicles inspected?

COVR reviews condition information and helps coordinate inspections when included in the agreed service. Used cars may have mechanical issues or require repairs. Screening does not guarantee a problem-free vehicle.

Where is COVR located?

COVR is a family-owned, Illinois-based car-buying service. COVR is pronounced “cover.”

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YOUR NEXT CAR STARTS WITH A SMARTER PLAN

Ready to Get COVR’D?

Take our free BuySmart Quiz, see your possible options and find out how we can help you save time and shop for better value.

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