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Over 1,800 customer reviews. We are rated ‘Excellent’.

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Gabea E. was amazing to work with!! She made the whole process fast and easy, especially with our busy schedule. Highly recommend!

Jillian Robison

Nate and the entire team made the transaction smooth and fast. Nate was beyond professional. Thank you all!!

Tony Martin

Kelso was great and made the process super easy. Good pricing and gave fair value on my trade in. Would definitely recommend.

Drew Becker

Over 1,800 customer reviews. We are rated ‘Excellent’.

Sell Your Car in 3 Simple Steps

Selling your car to Anderson Auto is simple—just three quick steps from offer to payment.

Instant Valuation

Share a few details about your car and get a competitive offer in seconds, powered by live market data.

Book a Visit

Happy with the offer? Bring your car to our St Joseph, MO, location for a fast, hassle-free inspection.

Get paid quickly

Once everything checks out, we’ll complete the paperwork and arrange your payment that same day.

How Do We Compare to CarMax?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose Anderson Auto over CarMax?

Selling your car with Anderson Auto is faster, easier, and more transparent than with CarMax. You’ll get a real offer in just 30 seconds, a quick in-person appraisal, and a clear price with no hidden extras. We also provide same-day payment and flexible local drop-off options, so you can sell your car on your schedule—no waiting around, no surprises.

Is Anderson Auto’s offer really instant?

Yes—your offer is ready in 30 seconds. Just enter your car’s details online and get a genuine, data-backed valuation right away. No calls, no delays—just a number you can trust, instantly.

Can I sell my car without buying another?

Absolutely. You can sell your car outright or trade it in, but there’s no obligation to buy a car. If you trade, we’ll roll any negative equity into your next deal, and if your car’s worth more, you’ll get the difference paid directly to you.

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