Car Buyer Roadmap Public Beta

Understand the process. Understand the numbers. Before you sign.

Practical car-buying guidance built around real-world experience in automotive sales, finance and service.

Where are you in your car-buying journey?

Learn the choices before you shop

NEWNewFull factory coverage and often strong manufacturer incentives, with higher purchase price and early depreciation.
CPOCertified Pre-OwnedA middle ground when true manufacturer certification adds inspection and warranty coverage.
USEDUsedLower entry price and less early depreciation, with more diligence needed on condition, financing and repairs.

Prepare before the dealership

Buy vs. leaseMatch the structure to mileage, ownership horizon, cash flow and flexibility—not payment alone.
Manufacturer offer vs. outside financingCompare promotional APR, rebates, bank and credit-union preapprovals on total cost.
Trade strategyKnow your payoff and get an independent appraisal before negotiating.
BudgetKnow the amount financed, term, total interest and monthly burden before you shop.

Understand what happens at the dealership

SalesSeparate selling price, trade, financing and products so you can see each part clearly.
FinanceCompare APR, term, amount financed and total interest—not just monthly payment.
Service contract / warrantyAsk about coverage, exclusions, deductible, term, repair network and cancellation terms.
GAP, maintenance and protection productsUnderstand what each product does, what it costs and whether it fits your situation.

Check my offer

Enter the dealer worksheet numbers. Tax treatment varies by state, so verify the taxable base and government fees for your registration state.

Your numbers

Purchase OTD before trade$0
Net trade equity$0
Estimated amount financed$0
Estimated payment$0
Estimated loan interest$0
Payment / take-home—
Reference price gap—
Reference trade gap—

What deserves your attention?

PRICEAdd reference
TRADEAdd reference
FINANCINGReview APR
FEES & ADD-ONSReview
AFFORDABILITYReview
Enter your numbers to see specific questions and negotiation opportunities.

Upload the worksheet

Choose a dealer worksheet photo or PDF
Beta: preview/confirmation only. Automated extraction is planned.
No file selected.
Dealer worksheet preview

Verify before signing

  • Selling price matches agreement
  • Trade allowance and payoff are correct
  • APR and term match
  • Only products you approved are included
  • Cash down and amount financed are correct
  • Final contract totals make sense

Want help understanding your specific deal?

Roadmap Pro provides personalized deal analysis and decision support based on your actual offer.

$19.99 per deal · no subscription

Personalized review of price, financing, trade equity, fees and add-ons, negotiation opportunities, questions to ask, and final contract verification.