Used Car Deal Checker — Fair Price, Problems & Recalls

Fair private-party value

A low, mid and high value for that year, trim and mileage, with the asking price placed on the range.

Deal score

A 0–10 score so you can tell a great deal from an overpriced one at a glance.

Problems and repair costs

Common issues for that model and what fixing them usually costs, so a cheap car doesn’t turn expensive.

Spots damage in photos

No link? Take up to 10 photos. AutoGauge reads the car and flags dents, rust, worn tires and interior wear.

How it works

Adding photos and car details in AutoGauge — 1Add the carPaste a listing link, or add photos and confirm the details.

AutoGauge results with deal score and private-party value — 2See the value and deal scoreFair price, how far the asking price is off, and a 0–10 score.

AutoGauge inspection checklist with model-specific weak points and repair costs — 3Know what to checkWeak points for that exact model, with typical repair costs.

How to tell if a used car price is fair

Start with the car’s private-party value for its exact year, trim and mileage, not the dealer retail price. Then look at the model’s known weak spots: a low price can hide a repair that costs more than the discount.

Check open recalls and the title status, and plan an in-person inspection. AutoGauge puts the value, deal score, common problems, repair costs and recalls in one place, so you know which cars are worth seeing.

FAQ

How does AutoGauge estimate a car’s value?

It reads the year, make, model, trim, mileage and condition from the listing or your photos, then estimates a private-party value range from current market data for similar cars.

What is a good deal score?

8–10 is Excellent, 6–7 Good, 5 Fair, 2–4 Overpriced and 0–1 Avoid. The score compares the asking price with the car’s fair value.

Can I check a car from a dealer website or Craigslist?

Yes. Use photos in the app: screenshots or pictures of the car work, and you can confirm the year, miles and price before scanning.

Is AutoGauge free?

AutoGauge is free to download, and the Unlimited plan starts with a 3-day free trial. You can also buy a scan pack instead of subscribing. The Chrome extension gives new users one free scan.

Does it replace a pre-purchase inspection?

No. AutoGauge tells you what the car is worth and what to look at. Still inspect the car in person or with a mechanic before you buy.

AutoGauge is a research tool, not a replacement for a pre-purchase inspection. AutoGauge is not affiliated with Facebook or Meta.

Is that used car a good price?

More than a price check