How do I search for a car?
Desktop
To start your search, please indicate new or used, make, model, and zip code on the home page form. If you aren't searching for a specific make/model, you can indicate "All makes" or "All models":
On the results page of our desktop site, you'll see a number of filters on the left side of the page. You can use these filters to further refine your search, including price & payment, year(s), body style, fuel type, and features. Click the dropdown arrow to make edits. Your curated selection will update instantly, and changes will be saved automatically.
To save this search for future shopping, click the "Save search" button in the top right corner of the page:
Once saved, you'll have the option to subscribe to email alerts regarding price drops & new listings for your saved search:
Mobile
To start your search, open the app and use our search bar, or shop by indicating Make/Model or Body Style:
On the results page, you'll find the sort function and Filters at the top. Click the first button on the left side to sort, and the second button from the left to view all filters:
Click the dropdown on any filter to further refine your search, and then click "See results" at the bottom of the screen.
You will also be able to save your search and subscribe to email updates that relate to your search criteria by clicking the "Save search" button at the bottom of your screen results.
If you aren't searching for a specific make, click "See all cars" or search by Body Style instead. Once this is chosen, you will be able to view your results and access the filters at the top of your screen as indicated above.
If a particular listing interests you, click the heart on the photo and you can visit it later in your "Saved" section at the bottom of your screen.
Additional FAQs!
Why is my search radius limited?
- The maximum search radius will be smaller than when searching for a specific make and model. This is to prevent users from receiving an overwhelming amount of search results that may not be relevant.
Can you provide a copy of an expired listing?
- CarGurus does not maintain an archive of closed or expired listings and we cannot link to a vehicle once the seller has removed it from the site. If the vehicle was listed through a dealership, we would recommend reaching out to them directly for any records they may have.
- Why can't I search for Dodge Rams older than 2010?
- RAM became its own making in 2010. You will be able to find the vehicle you are looking for by selecting Ram in the "Make" dropdown menu.