Great question — and honestly, it’s the backbone of why we exist.

Unlike traditional dealerships or online buyers who base prices on outdated guides or trade-in formulas, we use real-time market data from both Canada and the U.S..

Here’s how we get you the maximum value:

✔ We compare your vehicle to live sales in the last 30 days

✔ We factor in U.S. export demand, which can boost values significantly

✔ We adjust for options, packages, colour, mileage, and condition, not just averages

✔ We have a network of buyers ready to pay top dollar

The result?

You get the true maximum value, not a generic guess — and far more than you'd ever get trading it in.

Fast. Very fast.

Once you submit your vehicle, you’ll receive your verified:

- Canadian Vehicle History Report

- American Vehicle History Report

- Current U.S. and Canadian market values

- Your official purchase offer

All within 24 hours, sometimes much sooner.

We know speed matters — and we want you to get your offer as quickly and as accurately as possible.

We hear this a lot — and we get it.

The Exporter is under the ownership of a fully licensed dealership governed by OMVIC, meaning we operate under strict provincial rules and regulations.

Your offer is supported by real sales data, proper documentation, and transparent pricing.

There are no tricks, no deductions, and no games.

Everything is clear, upfront, and backed by years of experience.

Because “free estimates” are usually automated guesses.

Your $9.49 gives you over $100 worth of real data, including:

✔ Canadian Vehicle History Report

✔ American Vehicle History Report

✔ Canadian Black Book market values (retail, wholesale, trade-in)

✔ A guaranteed purchase offer

✔ Free pickup

✔ Zero fees — ever

This eliminates lowballing and ensures you always get the maximum possible value with no guesswork.

You’re absolutely right to be cautious — the internet is full of fake buyers, e-transfer fraud, and sketchy private-sale situations. That’s exactly why The Exporter was created: to give people a safe, licensed, and fully transparent way to sell their vehicles for the maximum value.

Here’s what you should know:

✔ We are a licensed, registered dealership in Ontario

We are governed by OMVIC and have been in business for over 15 years, working directly with some of the most trusted dealer partners in the province. Everything we do follows strict legal, ethical, and safety standards.

✔ Your VIN and information are 100% protected

Your vehicle details are never shared with anyone outside of The Exporter. We do not sell, trade, or distribute your information — ever.

We only use your VIN to:

Pull accurate vehicle history reports

Verify options, packages, and equipment

Confirm the correct market valuation

Ensure your offer is precise and legitimate

A VIN is a normal and essential part of any proper car-buying process.

✔ Secure payments and verified transactions

Whether you choose certified cheque or bank-to-bank transfer, your payout is fully verified and protected. We clear liens properly, complete legal ownership transfers, and you receive your funds before your car leaves your possession.

✔ Reputation you can trust

Over the past decade and a half, we’ve built our business on trust, honesty, and transparency. Much of our work comes from referrals — customers, dealerships, and even industry professionals who rely on us for accurate valuations and safe transactions.

Bottom line:

You’re right to protect yourself — and working with a reputable, long-standing, regulated dealership is the safest way to sell your vehicle. We take that responsibility seriously and work hard to earn (and keep) your trust.

This is one of the most common concerns people have — and for good reason. Many dealerships and private buyers give a great number upfront, then drop the price when you show up. We don’t operate that way.

✔ Your offer will not change as long as the information is accurate

If you’re honest about the condition of your vehicle — the good, the bad, and the ugly — we will honor the offer we send you.

No games. No surprises. No “gotchas.”

✔ No fees, no upsells, no pressure — ever

We don’t charge admin fees.

We don’t add surprise deductions.

We don’t try to sell you extra products.

Our entire model is built on transparency and trust.

✔ We prepare your payment in advance

Once we confirm your vehicle details and you accept the offer, we prepare your certified payment before we even meet you. That means when we arrive, the deal is already done — and the amount will not change unless the vehicle is drastically different from what was described.

✔ Honest information = the absolute best price

We expect you to describe your vehicle accurately.

In return, we guarantee:

No renegotiation

No last-minute deductions

No switching numbers when we see the vehicle

This is how we’ve built our reputation over 15+ years and why so many customers and dealerships trust us.

Bottom line:

We don’t believe in lowballing or bait-and-switch tactics. As long as your vehicle is as described, your offer is locked in — simple, fair, and guaranteed.

Absolutely — your safety and peace of mind are our top priorities. We’ve designed our entire process to be secure, transparent, and fully verifiable.

✔ You choose the meeting location — whatever makes you feel safest

We typically complete purchases in one of three places:

Your home — quick, easy, and private

Your bank — so you can deposit the funds immediately and confirm everything

One of our dealership locations (Ford, Nissan, or our partner stores)

You’re always in control of where we meet. We want you to feel 100% comfortable at every step.

✔ Certified payments from licensed dealerships — never risky drafts

Your payment is always issued directly from one of our dealership partners:

Erinwood Ford

Erinwood Nissan

Or one of our partnered OEM stores

These are certified, verified payments that your bank can instantly confirm as legitimate. No e-transfer tricks. No questionable drafts. No waiting days to see if the funds clear.

✔ Fully governed by OMVIC — zero wiggle room for anything unsafe

We are licensed dealers operating under strict regulations enforced by OMVIC, the governing body that oversees safe and ethical vehicle transactions in Ontario.

That means:

Verified paperwork

Legal compliance

Regulated payment methods

Zero tolerance for unsafe practices

We take these regulations — and your safety — extremely seriously.

✔ Your safety is also our safety

Our team meets with dozens of customers every week.

We follow secure procedures not just for your protection, but ours as well. Every step of the process is structured, predictable, and transparent.

Bottom line:

The entire transaction is handled in a safe location of your choice, with certified payments from reputable dealerships, under strict OMVIC rules. You’re protected at every step.

Great question — and one of the biggest concerns people have when selling a vehicle they still owe money on. The good news is: we handle everything for you, safely and properly.

✔ We work directly with banks, lenders, and leasing companies

Behind The Exporter is a network of fully licensed OEM dealerships, which means:

We verify all liens

We confirm accurate loan payouts

We obtain official lease buyout statements

We complete every step through proper channels

Nothing is guessed. Nothing is estimated. Everything is verified directly with your lender before we move forward.

✔ Your loan or lease will be paid out in full — correctly

We cannot complete the purchase until all financial obligations are confirmed and settled. That means you’re protected.

Our accounting team will:

Pay out your loan or lease directly to the lender

Provide you with receipts and proof of payout

Secure official lien releases

Handle all required documentation

There are no admin fees for this service — ever.

✔ Your credit stays safe

When loans or leases are paid out properly:

You avoid negative credit marks

You avoid unpaid balances

Your account closes cleanly and correctly

Because everything goes through our dealerships, the process is exact, regulated, and fully documented.

✔ You’re completely protected throughout

The Exporter and our dealership partners operate under strict OMVIC regulations, meaning:

Every step is accountable

Every transaction is traceable

Every dollar is handled by licensed professionals

You couldn't be in safer hands when selling a financed or leased vehicle.

This is one of the most important questions people ask — and rightfully so.

Most dealerships advertise “no fees” and then hit you with:

admin fees

safety fees

inspection deductions

“reconditioning” charges

paperwork fees

surprise last-minute adjustments

We don’t do any of that. Not one.

✔ The price we offer you is the price you get.

No deductions.

No dealer tricks.

No last-minute surprises.

Your offer is based on:

real sales data

current export market demand

verified vehicle condition

your honesty about any issues

As long as the vehicle matches the condition you described, your offer does not change.

We don’t lower the price once we show up. We don’t renegotiate. We don’t chip away at your number like traditional dealerships do.

✔ Absolutely zero fees — ever.

Here’s exactly what you pay:

Admin fee: $0

Pickup fee: $0

Vehicle history report fee: $0

Safety/inspection fee: $0

Paperwork fee: $0

Hidden charges: $0

We even pay for your vehicle pickup if you choose that option.

✔ No “reconditioning” deductions, ever.

Traditional dealers often use this to reduce your payout once they see the car.

We don’t.

We buy cars in everyday, real-world condition — not showroom condition.

Unless you hid major damage or intentionally misrepresented something, your offer stays exactly the same.

✔ No catch — just a different business model.

We don’t make money by lowballing you.

We make money after we buy your vehicle, by selling it into the U.S. export market — not by taking advantage of our customers.

That’s why we can pay more.

And that’s why your offer is clean, honest, and guaranteed.

It’s a fair question — nobody wants to sell their vehicle and later find out it was worth thousands more.

The reality is that vehicle values change daily, especially in the export market. But the advantage you have with The Exporter is simple:

✔ We base your offer on live North American market data — not guesses.

Most dealers use outdated trade-in guides or fixed internal pricing.

We don’t.

Your value is calculated from real sales in the last 30 days across:

Canadian wholesale markets

U.S. export channels

Current demand cycles

Live auction data

Comparable units actually sold, not "estimated"

This is why our offers are often thousands higher — we’re pricing your car based on what it’s worth today, not what a dealer hopes to pay.

✔ We work in the one part of the industry where vehicles often sell for MORE — the U.S. market.

Because the U.S. dollar is so strong, many Canadian vehicles can be worth significantly more across the border.

You’re not leaving money on the table —

you’re tapping into a market most dealerships don’t have access to.

✔ We show you the numbers — full transparency.

You don’t have to guess if the offer is fair.

We provide:

A full Canadian vehicle history report

A full U.S. vehicle history report

Current Canadian values (retail, trade-in, wholesale)

Current U.S. export values

Why your vehicle qualifies for a higher payout

No secrets. No “trust us.”

You see the same data we see.

✔ Your offer is designed to maximize value — not minimize it.

We don’t buy your vehicle to retail on our lot at a markup.

We sell into the export market where prices are often higher.

That’s why we don’t need to lowball you.

That’s why we can pay more than local buyers.

That’s why your offer is already optimized.

✔ You’re never locked in — resubmit anytime if the market rises.

If the export market jumps, you can simply resubmit your vehicle and we’ll re-evaluate at zero cost.

Your offer is good for 48 hours,

but you’re free to update it anytime if market conditions change.

Don’t worry — it’s a used car. We expect imperfections.

Scratches, small dents, stone chips, dirty interiors… it’s all normal and none of that disqualifies you or drastically drops your value.

In fact, most people think their vehicle needs to be spotless or reconditioned before selling.

That’s not true with The Exporter.

✔ You don’t need to fix or clean anything.

We’re not judging your vehicle — we’re evaluating its real market value.

Scratches happen

Kids spill drinks

Daily wear is normal

A bit of dirt is totally fine

Minor cosmetic issues won’t break the deal

Save your time, keep your money — we don’t expect showroom condition.

✔ We care about the big things (and we’re honest about it).

What matters most?

Does it run well?

Are there any warning lights on?

What’s the condition of the tires?

Any major rust that compromises structure?

If your vehicle has bigger issues, that’s okay too — the key is honesty so we can price it accurately and still get you the maximum value possible.

✔ Light damage? Wear and tear? Not a big deal.

Unlike traditional dealers who use every tiny flaw to reduce your price,

we look at your vehicle in a fair, realistic way.

Most used cars have imperfections — and we don’t penalize you for being a normal driver.

✔ No reconditioning required. No pressure. No embarrassment.

Your vehicle doesn’t need:

New brakes

New tires

Paint touch-ups

Shampooing

Professional detailing

We’ll buy it exactly the way it sits.

You don’t have to apologize for anything — we’ve seen everything.

✔ Our goal is simple: get you the maximum price.

If you need to sell your car or upgrade, we’re here to help — not judge.

Whether your vehicle is:

Clean

Used

Worn

Rough

High mileage

Or somewhere in between

We will work to get you the best offer in today’s market, backed by real data.

We know your time is valuable — work, kids, appointments, life… you don’t want a long, painful process.

The good news? Selling to The Exporter is fast, simple, and built around your schedule.

✔ Get your official offer in just a few hours.

Once you submit your details and send a few photos, our team reviews the market data and sends your offer —

typically the same day, often within a couple of hours.

No waiting days.

No back-and-forth.

No dealership runaround.

✔ Pickup & payment are quick — usually same day or next day.

When you accept the offer, we work on your timeline:

Same-day pickup (when available)

Or next-day pickup

Or book a time that fits your schedule

We adapt to you — not the other way around.

✔ The full sale takes about 15–20 minutes in person.

When we meet you:

We verify the vehicle

Sign a few documents

Clear any liens/loans

Hand you guaranteed payment

And you’re done

Most appointments take less time than grabbing a coffee.

✔ Money is guaranteed and immediate.

Your payment is issued from one of our OEM dealerships (Ford, Nissan, or partner stores):

Certified cheque

Bank draft

Or meeting at your bank to deposit directly

Your bank will confirm your funds on the spot.

✔ No wasted trips. No surprises. No delays.

As long as the condition matches what was submitted, the offer is guaranteed —

so you’re never driving around for nothing.

In short:

Fast offer. Fast pickup. Fast payment.

Most customers complete the whole process within 24 hours.

Absolutely not — and this is one of the biggest differences between The Exporter and traditional dealerships.

We don’t believe in pressure, guilt, or pushy sales tactics.

Our job is to give you information, not force a decision.

✔ No sales pressure — ever.

When you submit your vehicle:

We review your info

Send you a clear, data-backed offer

Answer your questions

And that’s it.

You decide what happens next — at your pace.

✔ We will NOT blow up your phone.

No constant calling.

No harassing texts.

No “closers” trying to box you into anything.

You’ll hear from us only when:

We’re sending your offer

You ask a question

You book a pickup or call

You’re in control the entire time.

✔ You’re free to walk away at any time.

If you choose not to sell — for any reason — there’s:

No penalty

No fee

No awkward conversation

No pressure to reconsider

We even offer a $100 “no questions asked” guarantee if you come in and decide not to sell after an in-person appraisal.

We respect your time, period.

✔ Our entire approach is built around comfort, trust, and transparency.

We are OMVIC-licensed, long-standing dealership partners, and our reputation matters far more than any single transaction.

If you want information, we’ll give it.

If you want to think about it, feel free.

If you want to walk away, we’ll thank you for the opportunity.

In short:

You will never be pressured to sell.

You’ll be respected, informed, and in full control — always.

Your information is 100% secure, and we treat it with the same level of protection as a licensed OEM dealership — because that’s exactly who we are partnered with.

✔ Your data is NEVER sold, shared, or distributed.

We do not:

Sell your info to third parties

Share your VIN or details with outside buyers

Add you to spam lists

Use your information for anything other than evaluating your vehicle

Your data is used exclusively by The Exporter and our licensed dealership partners to provide you with accurate values and a proper offer.

✔ Your VIN is completely safe.

A VIN cannot be used to access banking details, identity info, or private accounts.

Dealerships, lenders, appraisers, and insurance companies all require VINs to:

Verify the exact vehicle

Pull the proper vehicle history

Confirm options and packages

Check values accurately

It’s a normal, required part of every legitimate vehicle transaction.

✔ Protected under strict OMVIC regulations.

Because we operate under strict OMVIC regulations and compliance standards, your personal information is handled with:

Secure systems

Proper documentation

Full accountability

Zero tolerance for misuse

We follow the same privacy standards as major OEM dealerships.

✔ You control your information.

At any time, you can:

Ask what information we have

Request removal

Ask how it’s being used

Opt out with one click

Stop communication instantly

You’re always in full control.

✔ We only contact you with information you requested.

No blasting.

No spam.

No pressure.

No selling your data.

Just a clean, secure process designed to protect you and your information.

In short:

Your data is safe. Your VIN is safe. Your privacy is protected.

We operate like a top-tier dealership — with transparency, security, and respect.

Absolutely — and the good news is, you don’t have to choose between us and them.

You can benefit from both.

✔ You can still work with your local dealership — we encourage it.

Many customers already have a strong relationship with “their guy” at a dealership, and we fully respect that. If you’re planning on buying another vehicle from your preferred dealer, just tell us up front.

We will:

Work directly with your dealership if needed

Coordinate values so the deal still works for you

Make sure you get all possible tax savings on your next purchase

Provide you with the maximum Exporter offer at the same time

You get the best of both worlds.

✔ We often pay significantly more than a traditional dealership.

Dealerships rely on local retail markets.

We leverage U.S. export markets, which often means thousands more for your vehicle.

So you can:

Sell to us for a higher price

Still purchase from your trusted dealership

Enjoy tax savings on their side

Walk away with the best financial outcome possible

Everyone wins.

✔ No burned bridges. No loyalty conflicts.

We are not trying to replace your dealership — we simply offer a different, more profitable option for selling your current vehicle.

Dealers know the export market is strong, and most appreciate when a customer can maximize their value elsewhere and come back to purchase with them.

In short:

Yes, you can trust us — and we can work right alongside your dealership to make sure you get the absolute best deal, every time.

We're here to help anytime. Just email [email protected], and we’ll get back to you quickly with clear, honest answers.