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The car buying service that works for you, not the dealerships.
OnlineAuto is a car broker, or an online car buying service that does all the hard work for you when it comes to buying a new car.
Imagine if buying a new car didn’t involve spending hours of your free time going to dealerships, trying to haggle with professional hagglers (car salespeople), and having to dodge sales tactics and upselling.
Well imagine no more, we do it all.
OnlineAuto can send test vehicles for you to drive at a destination that suits you, will provide all honest and transparent information, handle correspondence with dealerships and deliver your car with a full tank.
Why is our Online Car Buying Service for you?
- We do the negotiating for you
No more weekends talking to car salespeople. - A Specialised Team of Car Brokers, working for you
It’s like fishing with a pro, we know all the tricks of the trade. - We do it all
From getting quotes to finance and, delivery - we’ve got you covered.
- We’ve got a partnered dealer network across Australia
This means you save time and money. - Convenience
Ever wanted to buy a car from the comfort of your couch? Now you can. - Test Drive?
No worries, we can organise a test drive at a destination that suits you.
Buying a new car, made easy.
Phone call
Firstly, we’ll get to know what you’re looking for, and if you need any assistance with the trade in. At this stage, we can give you advice on what the best car for you may be.
Test drive
If you haven't already, at this point we can help arrange a test drive for your chosen make and model to make sure you’re comfortable before buying.
Procurement
From here, we’ll do the hard work for you and negotiate pricing, stock and delivery with the dealer on your behalf. We’ll do all the hard work for you!
Price
After speaking to our nationwide network of dealers, we’ll come back to you to let you know what the price will be.
Sign the order form
When you’re happy with the deal, you’ll sign your order form and await delivery of your new car!
Delivery
We will arrange delivery as soon as possible to your address, all with a full tank of fuel.
Customer Feedback
14 September, 2024
Great experience
Online Auto is the only way to buy a car. It is so easy, they take all the hassle out of buying. Cra...
PB Paul B
13 September, 2024
Fantastic & as advertised
I dealt with Craig Nicholson, after a brief phone call about what we were after he said they would d...
JJ Jacob J
12 September, 2024
Easy way to buy a new car
If you need a new car call Craig Nicholson - this guy is fantastic. We were a bit sceptical about th...
HH Helen H
14 September, 2024
Great experience
Online Auto is the only way to buy a car. It is so easy, they take all the hassle out of buying. Cra...
PB Paul B
13 September, 2024
Fantastic & as advertised
I dealt with Craig Nicholson, after a brief phone call about what we were after he said they would d...
JJ Jacob J
12 September, 2024
Easy way to buy a new car
If you need a new car call Craig Nicholson - this guy is fantastic. We were a bit sceptical about th...
HH Helen H
11 September, 2024
New car - great service
I used Online Auto to purchase a new car. Customer service and communication was excellent, and got ...
AW Adrian W
10 September, 2024
Speedy, Smooth, No Pain Service
I decided I didn't want the hassle, so I contacted OnlineAuto on a Friday, was very quickly put in t...
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04 September, 2024
Give Car Salesmen the Flick - Let Online...
This is the 2nd vehicle I have purchased from Online auto. Again it was another seamless purchase. C...
PP Peter P
30 August, 2024
Stress Free Car Buying
I would fully recommend buying a Car through OnlineAuto, I sent an email enquiry late on Tuesday Aft...
CC Cliff C
29 August, 2024
An Easy Buying Experience!
This is the second time in 2 years we have used Online Auto to purchase a new vehicle! Both experien...
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23 August, 2024
5 Stars - Call Craig Nicholson!
Craig Nicholson assisted with me with the vehicle of my choice; he was extremely quick, efficient an...
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16 August, 2024
Professional Car buying advocate service...
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How does a car buying service work?
What is a car buying service?
You might use a car buying service, or a broker, if you’re looking to get a new car without the hassle of the haggle at the dealership. At OnlineAuto, we can help negotiate a deal on your behalf, potentially bringing down the price and bringing forward delivery dates.
How do I get my new car?
After you’ve test driven, are happy with the deal and are ready to sign the order form, we can either deliver the car to your home with a full tank of fuel, or we can arrange pickup from the dealer at a time that suits you.
Why do dealerships work with an online car buying service?
Online car brokers like OnlineAuto have relationships with dealer networks, and we deal with dealers on a daily basis.
What states do you offer your car buying services in?
We’ve helped people buy new cars in every state and territory in Australia. No matter where you are, we can help.
Can I test drive a car I buy online?
After our first phone call with you, we can assist in arranging a test drive for the car you want. You tell us the make and model you’re interested in, and we’ll work with the local dealer to get a test drive booked in.
What fees do you charge or how do you make money?
At OnlineAuto.com.au we charge no additional fees for our service. Our referral fee is paid to us by the winning dealer that we source your car from and is included in the price of the car, covering procurement and delivery management. It also ensures you have a dedicated car buying specialist from the beginning of the process to finally having the car delivered to your front door.
Where do you operate?
Our head office is in Brisbane, but as an online car broker we can look after people all over Australia no matter where you live.
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