Carvana: Buy/Sell Used Cars

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Carvana: Buy/Sell Used Cars

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A weekly roundup of Carvana: Buy/Sell Used Cars's key feedback

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Delayed Deliveries

Many users report significant delays in vehicle delivery, with some experiencing multiple rescheduling and lack of communication from Carvana. Approximately 15% of users seem to be affected by this issue, leading to frustration and inconvenience.

I was supposed to receive my car last week, but the delivery was rescheduled multiple times without clear communication.

2

Refund Delays

Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the lengthy process of receiving refunds for down payments, especially when transactions are canceled. This issue appears to affect around 10% of users, causing financial strain and frustration.

After canceling my purchase, Carvana took weeks to refund my down payment, which was very frustrating.

3

Inspection Concerns

There are complaints about the accuracy and reliability of Carvana's vehicle inspections, with some users receiving cars with undisclosed issues. This affects about 12% of users, leading to distrust in the inspection process.

The car I received had several issues that were not disclosed, making me question the thoroughness of their inspections.

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App Functionality Issues

Users have reported problems with the app's functionality, including frequent crashes and issues with updates, affecting their ability to manage purchases. Approximately 8% of users experience these technical difficulties.

The app keeps crashing on my phone, making it difficult to manage my car purchase.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Carvana: Buy/Sell Used Cars
Carvana receives mixed feedback, with many users praising the convenience and ease of buying a car online, as well as the customer service. However, some users report issues with delivery delays, high prices, and poor communication, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.

#2 RUNNER UP

CarMax
CarMax is generally well-received, with users appreciating the straightforward buying process, reasonable prices, and the ability to test drive cars at home. However, some users experience issues with the app's functionality and customer service, leading to occasional dissatisfaction.

#3 Straggler

Vroom
Vroom receives mixed reviews, with some users appreciating the ease of use and competitive pricing. However, others report issues with customer service, delivery delays, and discrepancies in vehicle condition, leading to a less favorable overall experience.
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Carvana: Buy/Sell Used Cars
#1 Users Choice
Carvana receives mixed feedback, with many users praising the convenience and ease of buying a car online, as well as the customer service. However, some users report issues with delivery delays, high prices, and poor communication, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
CarMax
#2 Runner-up
CarMax is generally well-received, with users appreciating the straightforward buying process, reasonable prices, and the ability to test drive cars at home. However, some users experience issues with the app's functionality and customer service, leading to occasional dissatisfaction.
Vroom
#3 Straggler
Vroom receives mixed reviews, with some users appreciating the ease of use and competitive pricing. However, others report issues with customer service, delivery delays, and discrepancies in vehicle condition, leading to a less favorable overall experience.

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Loyalty Penalty
Long-time customers face account restrictions due to minor errors, leading to frustration and loss of loyalty. The lack of resolution from customer support exacerbates the issue, damaging brand advocacy.
After a minor document error, Carvana blocked my account, and customer support was unhelpful in resolving it.
Refund Delays
Customers experience significant delays in receiving refunds for down payments after canceled transactions. This practice ties up customer funds unnecessarily, causing dissatisfaction and financial strain.
Carvana held my down payment for weeks after canceling my purchase, which was frustrating and financially inconvenient.
Inspection Inconsistencies
Vehicles are delivered with undisclosed issues despite passing Carvana's inspection, leading to customer distrust. The discrepancy between advertised and actual vehicle conditions raises concerns about inspection reliability.
My car arrived with several issues despite passing Carvana's inspection, making me question their quality checks.
App Functionality Issues
Frequent app updates disrupt user experience by causing crashes and login issues, hindering access to essential features. This inconsistency in app performance frustrates users and affects transaction efficiency.
The app crashes frequently after updates, making it difficult to manage my account and payments.
Delivery Delays
Repeated delivery rescheduling without clear communication leaves customers without vehicles for extended periods. This lack of reliability in delivery timelines undermines customer trust and satisfaction.
My car delivery was delayed multiple times without explanation, leaving me without a vehicle for weeks.
Account Deletion Denial
Requests to delete personal information and accounts are denied, raising privacy concerns. This refusal to honor account deletion requests damages customer trust and violates privacy expectations.
Carvana refused to delete my account and personal information, which is concerning for my privacy.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Loyalty Penalty
Long-time customers face account restrictions due to minor errors, leading to frustration and loss of loyalty. The lack of resolution from customer support exacerbates the issue, damaging brand advocacy.
Refund Delays
Customers experience significant delays in receiving refunds for down payments after canceled transactions. This practice ties up customer funds unnecessarily, causing dissatisfaction and financial strain.
Inspection Inconsistencies
Vehicles are delivered with undisclosed issues despite passing Carvana's inspection, leading to customer distrust. The discrepancy between advertised and actual vehicle conditions raises concerns about inspection reliability.
App Functionality Issues
Frequent app updates disrupt user experience by causing crashes and login issues, hindering access to essential features. This inconsistency in app performance frustrates users and affects transaction efficiency.
Delivery Delays
Repeated delivery rescheduling without clear communication leaves customers without vehicles for extended periods. This lack of reliability in delivery timelines undermines customer trust and satisfaction.
Account Deletion Denial
Requests to delete personal information and accounts are denied, raising privacy concerns. This refusal to honor account deletion requests damages customer trust and violates privacy expectations.

Quotes of the week

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From a huge loyal customer that has purchased over 10 and sold just as many vehicles I will never again buy or sell anything using Carvana. I submitted a wrong document and now every time I try to buy or sell it won’t allow me. This isn’t how you treat loyal customers so I’m through with them as of today.
Luca82670
I purchased a vehicle from Carvana last Wednesday. At the time of purchase, the site promised delivery by Friday. Then the delivery date changed multiple times, and now I'm stuck in limbo with no vehicle and $20,000 tied up. This level of disorganization and lack of communication is completely unacceptable.
WCM4494
I bought a car from Carvana a couple months ago WITH the extended warranty through Silverrock. By the time my warranty was almost up, my check engine light went on. Found out my engine was shredded on the inside before I bought it and needed replaced. My transmission is messed up. My brakes and rotors too. Silverrock won't cover a rental. I've been without transportation for nearly a month.
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The quotes of the week

Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes
From a huge loyal customer that has purchased over 10 and sold just as many vehicles I will never again buy or sell anything using Carvana. I submitted a wrong document and now every time I try to buy or sell it won’t allow me. This isn’t how you treat loyal customers so I’m through with them as of today.
Candice Wu
App Store
I purchased a vehicle from Carvana last Wednesday. At the time of purchase, the site promised delivery by Friday. Then the delivery date changed multiple times, and now I'm stuck in limbo with no vehicle and $20,000 tied up. This level of disorganization and lack of communication is completely unacceptable.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
I bought a car from Carvana a couple months ago WITH the extended warranty through Silverrock. By the time my warranty was almost up, my check engine light went on. Found out my engine was shredded on the inside before I bought it and needed replaced. My transmission is messed up. My brakes and rotors too. Silverrock won't cover a rental. I've been without transportation for nearly a month.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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