How Pickly Works
We combine professional inspections, secure payments and nationwide delivery so you can buy your next car 100% online with confidence.
Choose Your Car Online
Browse verified cars with detailed photos, specs and history. Filter by make, model, price and mileage until you find the one that fits your needs.
Start With The Inspection Fee
Pay the $199 inspection fee to begin. We confirm the seller and schedule a professional inspection at the seller’s location—no deposit required.
We Inspect The Car At The Seller
A trusted inspector checks the exterior, interior, mechanics, documents and VIN. You receive a detailed inspection report with photos and comments.
Our Secure Online Car Buying Process in 6 Steps
From choosing your car to delivery and test-drive, every step is designed to protect you as the buyer.
Choose Your Car
Start by browsing our verified cars online. View specs, photos and history to decide which vehicle is right for you.
Pay the Inspection Fee to Start
Pay the $199 inspection fee. We confirm the seller, schedule the inspection, and temporarily hold the vehicle while the inspection is completed.
Professional Inspection
A qualified inspector or mobile mechanic checks the vehicle at the seller: exterior, interior, mechanical condition, test drive when possible, and all documents.
Review the Inspection Report
You receive a detailed report with photos and notes. If the car does not pass due to major issues, your inspection fee can be credited 100% toward another vehicle.
Pay by Bank Transfer or with Financing
After you approve the report and sign the purchase documents, you pay the remaining balance by bank transfer or choose financing with a minimum 30% down payment.
Delivery & Test-Drive Guarantee
We arrange pickup from the seller and deliver the car to your door. You get a 7-day / 250-mile test-drive guarantee to confirm the car matches the description and inspection report.
Fees & Pricing (Transparent)
No deposit required. You start with the $199 inspection fee. If the vehicle fails due to major issues, your inspection fee is credited 100% toward another car.
Paid to schedule the professional inspection at the seller’s location. Includes a detailed report with photos and notes.
If “Fail / Major Issues” → credited 100% toward another vehicle.
Based on distance, route, and vehicle. Presented before pickup is scheduled (no surprise charges).
$49 listing fee to publish the vehicle + 2% success fee paid by the seller only if the car sells (at closing).
Seller pays: $49 listing fee + 2% success fee only if the car sells.
Payment order: pay $199 → review report → approve → pay remaining balance → delivery.
From Click to Your Driveway
1. Inspection scheduled
You pay the inspection fee and we confirm the seller and inspection schedule.
2. On-site inspection
Inspector visits the seller, checks the vehicle and uploads the report.
3. Payment & paperwork
You approve the report, sign the documents and complete payment.
4. Transport & delivery
We coordinate pickup, transport and delivery to your driveway.
What you do vs. what we do
You choose the car, pay the inspection fee, approve the report, and sign. Picklys handles inspection, seller communication, payment coordination and transport.
Ready to Buy Your Next Car 100% Online?
Choose a car, start with the inspection, and let Pickly handle inspection coordination, secure payment and delivery with a test-drive guarantee.
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