Services & pricingIndependent car advisory service for Boston buyers
Whether you’ve already found the car you want to buy or you’re just starting your search, ExactQuest offers an independent car buying service that helps you make more informed decisions before you commit. Every recommendation is backed by expert research, engineering-based analysis, and a buyer-first policy. Unlike how dealerships or commission-based services work in Boston, we work just for you. There are no dealership relationships, commissions from other parties, or referral fees influencing the advice we give.
Browse through the service offerings for the support that matches your needs.
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Essentials
$375
This is ideal if you have found a vehicle and want expert validation before taking the next step.
What's included in this package:
Vehicle history review using trusted reporting sources or vehicle make/models that fit your requirements
Market benchmarking against comparable vehicles
Mechanical risk assessment for the specific make, model, and year
A rank-ordered list of vehicle make/models for your consideration based on your requirements
Written ExactQuest Assessment Report
A meeting to review and answer questions or clarify any aspect of the report
Clear recommendation to proceed, negotiate, or walk away for a specific vehicle
Best for you if you need research and additional guidance before buying a vehicle.
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Core Advisory
$595
The core advisory is our flagship service which combines our detailed research with practical guidance throughout your car buying process. This helps you move from the evaluation process to negotiation with clarity.
In our core advisory, you get everything in Essentials, plus:
Negotiation strategy preparation session
Dealer visit preparation guidance
Financing and Paperwork guidance
30-day follow-up for Q&A after your purchase
Best for you if you are looking for expert support from research through negotiation.
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Full Concierge
$1995
The Full Concierge is our top-tier package designed for buyers who prefer to hand off most of the work while remaining informed throughout the process.
In this package, you get everything in Core Advisory, plus:
Assistance identifying suitable vehicles
Coordination of an independent pre-purchase inspection
Negotiation management
Paperwork guidance
Delivery coordination
Client involvement only when needed or requested
This is best for you if you’re a busy professional with limited time who prefers comprehensive support throughout the buying journey.
The deliverableWhat's included in your ExactQuest Assessment Report?
Whether you choose our Essential, Core Advisory, or Full Concierge package, you get a written assessment report. Each service begins with careful research, a foundation of ExactQuest’s process, that provides practical information you can use before you decide.
Depending on the package you choose, your report may include:
Vehicle history analysis or best vehicle make/model analysis if earlier in your journey
Market pricing comparison and negotiation range
Mechanical risk assessment
Boston-area market considerations
A written recommendation to go ahead, negotiate, or walk away for a specific car of interest to the client
Rather than relying on opinions, every recommendation we make is supported by evidence gathered during the evaluation process.
The processHow our car advisory service works
Every package follows the same straightforward process. The level of support varies depending on the service you choose but every client still benefits from our independent research and engineering-based analysis.
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Free discovery call
We discuss what you need from a used car, timeline, budget, and choose which package fits your needs.
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Vehicle discussion
At this stage, you share the car you’re considering or the factors that are important to you that may point to a specific make/model or let us help you choose if you select our Full Concierge package.
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Research and assessment
We evaluate the vehicle, analyze the price according to market standards, identify any risks, and prepare your ExactQuest assessment report.
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Recommendations
You’ll receive a clear recommendation on whether to go-ahead with your chosen used car, negotiate, or walk away.
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Negotiation support
Depending on your package, you’ll receive valuable recommendation or direct assistance when buying your used car.
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6. Follow-up
After you’ve bought your car, we also offer a 30-day or 60-day follow-up, depending on the package, which includes paperwork guidance, and any other general updates.
Transparent pricing from the beginningAt ExactQuest, we believe that knowing the cost of a service shouldn’t require a phone call.
Our prices are published because transparency is part of the buying experience. You’ll know exactly what you’re getting with each service, which makes deciding easier for you.
There are no hidden prices, fees, or commission-based incentives influencing your vehicle recommendations.
Our iron-clad commitmentAt ExactQuest, we’re guided by clear principles
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Independent buyer advocacy
Your interests come first at all times. We do not represent dealerships or sellers.
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Engineering-based analysis
Our recommendations are based on structured research, careful evaluation, and analysis. Nothing is assumed.
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Transparent communication
You’ll receive straightforward recommendations that explain what we found and why it matters.
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Service guarantee
Our guarantee applies to the quality of service and completeness of the services we deliver. Because buying a used car involves many variables such as sellers, negotiation skills of buyers, market conditions, and decisions by clients outside of our control, we cannot guarantee a specific price or savings amount.
Make an informed decision todayIndependent guidance, backed by research
Whether you're in the middle of comparing different used cars vehicles, evaluating one you've already found, or looking for complete buying support, ExactQuest provides independent guidance backed by local market knowledge. Book your free consultation to discuss your buying goals.