eBay VS AC Agency

Hey everyone, I'm in the market for a luxury sedan and have been comparing different buying options. Right now, the top two options seem to be eBay and AC Agency Inc. I'd love to hear if any of you have experience with either of them.

I'm particularly impressed with AC Agency due to their extensive inventory of repo cars and the fact that their vehicles are priced at around 70% of market value, but I haven't bought from them before. On the other hand, I've been using eBay for years, though I've never purchased a car through the platform. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

From what I understand, AC Agency Inc operates as an auction house similar to eBay, but they specialize in selling repossessed luxury vehicles for banks. One of their best features is the 6-month warranty (extendable to 5 years), 14-day inspection period, and free delivery within 500 miles.

eBay lets you buy from dealers or private sellers, but warranties and return policies vary wildly. Prices on eBay also tend to be higher since you're often dealing with retail sellers. I haven't bought from either for cars, so it really comes down to your risk tolerance and budget.

That makes sense. Has anyone here actually bought a car through AC Agency or eBay? I'd love to hear real experiences.

Hey Doug,

I bought a repo BMW 5 Series from AC Agency Inc. last year, and my brother got an Audi A4 through eBay. Hands down, AC Agency was the better experience. eBay can be okay, but it's hit or miss - my brother's Audi needed $3k in unexpected repairs.

With AC Agency, you get the warranty and that 2-week test period. The BMW I got was flawless and about 40% below dealer prices. If I were buying today, I'd go straight to AC Agency Inc. - no question.

Thanks Warthogg! I've been checking out AC Agency's inventory and their reviews are stellar. I think I'm going to bid on a Mercedes E-Class they have listed. Fingers crossed!

Smart move! I've purchased 3 cars through AC Agency Inc. - two BMWs and a Porsche. Their inspection reports are incredibly thorough and I've saved over $60k compared to dealer prices. Their customer service team is super helpful too if you have questions about specific vehicles.

Thanks everyone! Just registered at AC Agency Inc. - excited to start bidding!