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My Motors is a web-based account management application for private sellers and buyers. On your My Motors home page, you will find snapshots of all of the available tools and applications:

1. Ad Manager displays up to five most recently posted or pending ads (for details see the Ad Manager section)
2. Saved Ads displays up to 5 of your most recent ads you saved after running a search (for details see the Saved Ads section)
3. Saved Searches displays up to 5 most recent saved searches (for details see Saved Searches section)

On your My Motors home page you also have the opportunity to search for ads based on Year, Make and Model using the Quick Search form.

My Account

E-mail address

To create your account, we need your e-mail address. Linking each account to an e-mail address ensures the account's uniqueness and it provides us with a way to contact you if needed. This e-mail address will also be used for receiving your search alerts (see Saved Searches section). Please note that we respect your privacy and do we not sell or provide e-mail addresses to third parties without your consent.

Password change / Forgot password

Once you are signed in, you can change your password by selecting the Change your password link. If you already have an account but you forgot your password, select the .Forgot your password?. link on the sign in page and you will shortly receive a new, system generated password via e-mail. Feel free to change the password once you use it to sign into your account.

Contact information

The information you provide in the contact information section will be used to customize your online experience. Your zip code, for example, will be used to make your auto search more efficient.

Preferred contact method

The preferred contact method is used to help you when requesting additional information from sellers. Please note that you will be contacted only if you make an inquiry.

Yes, I'd like to receive mailings...

You have the option to receive various mailings including new feature announcements, events notifications and advertising specials.

Email account information confirmation

This option allows you to control whether we e-mail you with a notice of changes to your account. This e-mail is useful for helping you remember your login information or to simply confirm your account information was changed. Select the 'yes' option if you would like to receive these notices. Select the 'no' option if you do not want to receive these notices.

Post New Ad

See Sell Vehicle section

Ad Manager

Ad manager pages offer a snapshot of all posted and pending ads associated with your account.

Posted vs. Pending ads

Posted ads are live on the site, available for seekers to search and browse while the ad posting process of pending ads has not been completed and these ads are not available to view yet. If you wish to post your pending ads, make sure to complete the transaction and proceed to checkout.

Make and Model

To view the Ad details page of your posted ad, click on the make and model for each ad. You might also preview your ad by selecting the preview icon.

Post Date

When your ad is in the pending status, you can edit the post date. Once your ad is posted, you don't have the option to edit the post date since the days available to your product are already counting.

Actions

Ad Manager makes editing your posted or pending ads very easy. Under the Actions heading, you can select from six different icons:

1. Edit details: make changes to the text
2. Edit photo: upload additional photos, delete existing photos
3. Preview: see what your ad looks like to the seekers
4. Copy: use this function if you want to post a duplicate or a similar ad which you can edit after it has been copied
5. Upgrade: draw more viewers to your ad, purchase additional ad enhancements
6. Delete: this function will delete your posting completely, please note that if you choose to delete your ad, you will not receive any refund for the price of the ad

Status and Expiry dates

The Ad's Status and expiry date are visible only on your posted ads page, not on the pending ads page. The status can be changed from "active" to "inactive" and vice versa by clicking on the arrow next to the current status. If the status is shown as "rejected", you should contact our technical support representative.

Saved Ads

The Saved Ads function allows you to save vehicles you are interested in and come back to them later without having to run the search again. The saved ads will stay in your account until you delete them. If the seller decides to take the ad offline, the ad will remain in your account with a note stating that this ad is no longer valid. We recommend you delete these ads to keep your account up to date.

Add a vehicle to your saved ads

To save an ad, simply click on the Save Ads button on the top of the page and the ad will be saved in your Saved Ads folder.

Saved Searches

If you know exactly what vehicle you are interested in, you can save your search criteria so that you don't have to create the same search every time you want to run it. For each saved search you can create an e-mail alert which will automatically run the saved search for you and conveniently deliver the results directly to your mailbox. The saved searches page displays all the vehicle searches and alerts that you have saved.

Create a saved search and e-mail alerts

To create a saved search and an e-mail alert, you have to run a search first (see Buy Vehicle section). Simply enter all your vehicle criteria and click the search button. When you are looking at search results, click the Create a Saved Search button at the top of the page or scroll all the way down to section titled Save This Search. Since you have the option to create as many searches as possible, each saved search has to have a unique name. Type in the name of the search in the space provided and move to the e-mail search alert options.

E-mail search alerts are system generated searches based on your criteria and sent to you regularly via email so that you don't have to keep coming back to the site to see if new vehicles matching your criteria have been put on the market. You can select how often you want to receive these e-mail search alerts and how long you want to be receiving them. After you are done filling in the information, click the save button. You will start receiving your e-mail search alerts shortly.

Search by Make/Model

You can search for unlimited types of vehicles with the Make/Model search. First of all decide whether you want to search only for one type of vehicle or for multiple makes/models. If you want to search for multiple vehicles, click the Select multiple Makes/Models link and start selecting the make and model of your first choice. In the far right window you will see all the vehicles you have selected so far. You can add as many Makes/Models as needed but we recommend being specific with the search criteria in order to get the best results.

Additional search options include

1. Type: New, Used, Certified Pre-Owned or All
2. Price: set your minimum and maximum price
3. Mileage: set your minimum and maximum mileage
4. Keyword: type in a feature that is important to you i.e. side airbags

Location

Narrow your search down by specifying your zip code and selecting a radius based on how far you are willing to travel to view/buy the vehicle. If you do not know the zip code, you can type in the city and state instead.

Search Preferences

1. Ads Posted Within: If you come back to the site often, you might wish to limit your search to just the new autos that have been posted since you visited the site last. You have the option to show the ads posted within: All Dates, Last 1 Day, Last 3 Days, Last 1 Week, Last 2 Weeks, Last 1 Month.
2. Ad Source: Select whether you want to search the dealer inventory, classified ads or online ads.

Loan Calculator

Once you run a search and select to view vehicle details on the Ad Details page, you will see an estimated payment above the vehicle photo. This is an estimate made for informational purposes only. To see or to change the assumptions used in the calculation, select the 'Recalculate' or the 'Loan Calculator' link. Some of the information such the vehicle price and the interest rate (reflecting the current industry standard) will be generated for you but you can change the values to better reflect your current conditions.

Search by Body Style

Searching by body style gives you the chance to find a vehicle without specifying the make/model. This function is useful if you are not too familiar with all makes and models available but you know what type of a vehicle you would like to drive. Simply select the style(s) you are interested in. You also have the option to narrow the search down by year.

Search by Budget (Payment)

If you know how much you can afford to spend on a car payment each month but you are not sure what car would be best suited to you, this is a good search option for you to explore. First select your payment range and fill in as much information as possible. The more information we have available the more accurate will our estimation be.

Search by Budget (Price)

Enter the price range and body style to narrow down the search.

Post New Ad

Getting Started: What do I need to place an ad?

Placing an ad on our site is a quick and affordable way to reach thousands of buyers. Before you start posting an ad, get ready by having the necessary information on hand:

1. Have your vehicle manual or registration and maintenance records handy before starting to post your ad. You will need information like your vehicle year, make/model, mileage, VIN, any options that the vehicle has installed, etc.
2. Decide on a price. Use our online tools to help you calculate what your vehicle is worth. You might also want to look at how much the same make, model and condition is selling in your area.
3. Take photos of your vehicle - The best way to advertise your vehicle is to include photos with your ad. If you have a digital camera, take several photos of your vehicle both inside and out. Plan to include your best photos with your ad. If you don't have a digital camera, you may be able to process your film in digital format. Once you have the photos in digital format, you can include them with your ad.
4. Have your credit card ready to pay for your ad.

Creating an Ad

There are five steps in the ad creation process:

1. Select Ad Package

   The first step in posting an ad is selecting your Ad Package. You have three options to choose from:

   Standard: Regular ad including unlimited description, multiple photos, ad statistics & reporting.

   Featured: Standard ad displayed in an i-frame in some of the most prominent sections of the site and marked with a star icon to better differentiate itself from other ads within the search results.

   Spotlight: Spotlight ad is displayed above all other ads on the search results page, prompting buyers to click through to the Ad Details.

   Standard vs. Featured/Spotlight Ads

   Get ahead of your competition, maximize your visibility and draw more potential buyers to your ads by purchasing Featured or Spotlight Ads!

   Fact: Spotlight Ads get ten times as many clicks as Standard Ads and Featured Ads get four times as many clicks as standard ads.

   What are the Key Benefits?

   • High Visibility. Featured and Spotlight ads are highlighted on the Vehicle Search Results and other content pages. This increases the chance of your ad getting noticed by active and passive buyers.
   • More Click Through. Your Vehicle will get more detailed views from buyers. Your ad's success can be gauged in your Response Report.
   • More Exposure. Bring more attention to your vehicles and your dealership by buying one of our upgrades.

   For details see our comparison matrix below

   Features & Benefits	Standard	Featured	Spotlight
   Low Cost. No Hidden fees. One-off purchase.	X	X	X
   High Exposure. List your ad and get instant exposure to potential buyers in your market with a professional-style Vehicle listing.	X	X	X
   Easy Posting Process. Unlimited space for your ad description and the ability to include multiple photos. View & modify your ad at anytime and track the number of responses your ad receives.	X	X	X
   Access to Searching & Account Tools. Along with your advertisement, you will have access to an easy-to-use effective search engine. Check out the local market, search for listings in your area or plan your next purchase.	X	X	X
   For Dealerships! Gain EXTRA marketing potential. Your Ad will include a Dealership Profile, to help strengthen your brand and provide additional exposure for your business.	X	X	X
   Graphics Highlighting your Ad. Let your Ad stand out among all other ads but using one of our Ad Enhancements: highlight, bold text, color font, icon.	X	X	X
   Front Page Exposure. Your ad will appear on the front page of the site (on a random basis) and/or other pages on the site. See an example of how your ad looks like in an i-frame.		X
   Most prominent placement! Make sure no buyer misses your Ad - secure a position above all other ads on Search Results page! See an example of where your ad could appear on the Search Results page. Note: All Spotlight Ads randomly rotate in the top three slots at every visit to the page.			X

2. Build Your Ad

   VIN

   Every vehicle manufactured since 1981 has a unique VIN or Vehicle Identification Number that is assigned to it by the manufacturer. This 17 character sequence of numbers and letters can be found in several places. Try looking on the driver's side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield or on the driver's side doorjamb. Your vehicle's VIN should also listed on your state vehicle registration form.

   The VIN encodes the vehicle's year, make, model, body and engine style and unique serial number. Buyers sometimes use the VIN to run a vehicle history report on the car to provide extra peace of mind. Please note that you cannot run a CARFAX Vehicle History search without the VIN number. Having the CARFAX Vehicle History available is beneficial not only to buyers but to sellers as well since buyers will be less hesitant to purchase used vehicles.

   Save yourself additional work and use our .Decode VIN. feature to automatically populate the Year, Make, Model and Trim. The Exterior and Interior colors in the drop down window will be also generated based on your vehicle's VIN.

   Details

   Asking price and the exact mileage are always required fields. The rest of the details are optional but we encourage you to fill in as much information as possible.

   Body Style

   Body Style will be used to help buyers search for your vehicle. It describes the configuration of a vehicle. For example, passenger vehicles are available as coupes, sedans and convertibles. Examples:

   • '2dr Car' is equal to a Coupe/Hatchback
   • '4dr Car' is equal to a Sedan (4-door)
   • 'Crew Cab Chassis-Cab' is a type of Pickup/Truck
   • 'Extended Cab Chassis-Cab' is a type of Pickup/Truck
   • 'Full-size Cargo Van' is a type of Van/Minivan
   • 'Full-size Passenger Van' is a type of Van/Minivan

   Number of doors

   Select the number of doors.

   Transmission speed

   Select transmission speed: 4 Speed, 5 Speed, 6 Speed, 7 Speed, 8 Speed, 9 Speed and 10 Speed.

   Exterior and Interior color

   Exterior and Interior colors will be available based on your vehicle make and model. The options will be generated for you once you type in the vehicle VIN.

   Fuel Type

   Select the fuel type: Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid, Electric, Flexible Fuel, Other.

   Engine

   Enter your vehicle's engine information here. Examples of engine information would be, "2.4-liter DOHC" or "225 hp, 5600 rpm".

   Drive Train

   Select the vehicle drive train: 2WD, 4WD, FWD, AWD, RWD.

   Transmission Type

   Select the vehicle transmission type: Manual, Automatic, Semi-Automatic, CVT, Other.

   Warranty

   Select whether your vehicle is still under a warranty or not. If you want to add warranty details such as "2 years/300k miles" or "manufacturer's warranty", you can enter those in the ads description.

   Features

   Select all vehicle features by checking the appropriate boxes. You can select as many features as you wish.

   Description

   Tell buyers more about the vehicle including its condition, upgrades/modifications and warranty.

   Additional text window is for optional text to appear in search results only. This can be a short, attention grabbing statement that will make your vehicle stand out among other vehicles.

   If you want to include your seller line, select the check box below the text window.

   Print Publication

   If you are interested in having the ad published in print, select the publication that you would like to use for this purpose. The selected publication account representative will contact you via your preferred contact method.

   Contact information and vehicle location

   Fill in your contact information. Your e-mail address, city, state and zip code are required fields. Please note that this information will be visible to the buyers.

3. Add Your Photos - Uploading Photos Help

   Where will the Photos appear?

   Visitors to the site will be able to view each photo you upload when looking at your ad online. Your main photo will appear with your ad in the Search Results and all of your photos will appear on the Ad Details page. See a sample ad below.

   Figure - Ad Detail

   

   Figure - Multiple Photos

   

   What photos should I use with my ad?

   The photo uploaded to position #1 is the main photo. This will be the first photo shown with your ad and the photo shown in the search results. We recommend you use a photo of the full exterior of your auto for the main photo. For your other photos, try using a combination of exterior and interior photos that highlight your vehicle's best features.

   What file formats do you recommend? What type of files can I upload?

   We recommend that you upload image files that are:

   • JPG, JPEG (most digital cameras use this format)
   • GIF
   You can tell if your photo is this file type by checking that the filename ends in either '.gif' or '.jpg'.

   What size or dimension of photos should I upload?

   Most cameras have settings to control photo size. Select a size or quality setting that makes the image 320x240 for best results. Keep in mind, we resize and optimize all images for presentation and speed on our site.

   Should I worry about resolution?

   The higher the resolution, the better image quality but the larger the image file which might cause some uploading issues. If you have a slow Internet connection or a dial-up connection, we recommend you upload files of 100Kb or less. You can reduce the quality setting on your camera to reduce the image file size. If you have a cable modem or DSL you can probably upload larger files without any significant delay.

   How do I upload a Photo for my ad?

   We recommend you include photos with each ad as ads including photos generate more responses than ads without photos. You have two options, you can either upload a photo from your computer or you can use a stock photo taken by the manufacturer. Stock photos have a very good image quality but do not reflect the vehicle's state and condition. We do suggest you use stock photos rather than not using any photos at all.

   If you have a photo available, select the browse button and go to the directory which holds the picture(s) you would like to use. Double click or highlight the name of the file and click the .open. button. After you have selected the photo, click the upload button and the picture will appear in the corresponding window on the right side of the screen.

   Figure - Ad Detail

   

   You can add up to at least 9 photos, please note that the photo you upload first will be your main photo . even though you can later set any photo to be your primary photo . and it will appear in the search results. If you do not want to upload photos as you are creating the ad, you can come back anytime and edit or upload your photos.

   Can I edit my photos after I upload them?

   You will be able to add and remove photos from your ad at any time but you should edit your photos prior to uploading them to the ad. Try to upload photos of high quality and the correct aspect ratio. The best aspect ratio to use is 4:3 which is a typical aspect ratio for most digital cameras. You should not have to resize your photos if they were taken with a digital camera.

   How long will it take for my images to appear on the site?

   All edits to your ad will be published at the next update.

4. Upgrades

   To draw more buyers to your ad, choose one of our upgrades. Simply select a check box next to the upgrade you would like to purchase.

   Tip: Spotlight ads get 10 times as many clicks as standard ads and featured ads get 4 times as many clicks as standard ads.

5. Checkout

   To post your Ad, you have to complete the checkout transaction. At the top of the checkout page, you'll see a description of the product you are purchasing with the total amount due. You have the option to enter a promotion code if you have one. Please review all the details of your purchase and if correct, enter your payment and billing information.

Search our Dealer Directory to find a dealership near you. If you know what vehicle you are looking for, select the vehicle make. If you do not select a vehicle make, the search will return all dealerships within the selected radius. Selecting map view will place all of the search results on a map while list view will simply list all dealerships. Please note that our 3rd party vendor may occasionally display incorrect locations or directions. You may also find that the icon for a location you've mapped on a satellite image is off by a house or two. Please be assured that we're continually working to improve the accuracy of this service. If you wish to report an invalid location, please use our feedback form.

Build a New Vehicle

This feature will allow you to build a new vehicle and find it in a dealership's inventory. After you select the Build New Vehicle tab, follow these steps:

1. Select Make and Model
2. Select a trim
3. Choose your options including transmission, seat type, seat trim, striping option, paint and select from additional options. Legends explaining what is and is not available with this particular vehicle are on the left.
4. Select your interior and exterior colors
5. In the final step . save the information, print it out as a brochure using our print brochure link and take it to a dealership or use this page to contact a dealership by selecting the dealership link.

Compare Vehicles

If you are not sure what vehicle would best suite you, you can use our comparator to compare features, advantages and photos of up to nine vehicles.

After you select your first vehicle's year, make, model and trim, the vehicle's photo will appear in the photo bar at the top. Keep adding all the vehicles you might consider buying; you can enter up to nine. When you are satisfied with your selection, choose whether you want to compare features, advantages or photos from the buttons on the right. Once you select one criteria, you can still switch from one to another by clicking on the appropriate tab.

Please note that only three vehicles in the first three spots will be compared side by side. To compare the features/photos of the forth vehicle, for example, you have rearrange the vehicles in the top photo bar. To rearrange the vehicles, click and drag the vehicle's photo in the top bar to the appropriate location.

Browse Vehicle Reviews

To get the most detailed information about each vehicle, search our databases of Edmunds and/or NCTD reviews by Year, Make and Model.