Event #1 · May 30–31, 2026

Buy or Sell Cars Direct.
No Dealers. No Hassle.

Chicagoland's Northwest suburbs finally have a better way to buy and sell used cars. One weekend. One lot. Real buyers, clean titles, zero dealers.

Harper College, Lot 10 · 1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL · Saturday–Sunday, May 30–31, 2026 · 9 AM – 7 PM · FREE Admission for Buyers
Event is not affiliated with the college.
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Private Party · No Dealers VIN-verified · Clean titles
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Vehicle Preview

Spots Filling — Browse What's Already Listed

Updated daily as sellers register List Your Car — $50
Simple Process

How It Works

Whether you're selling or shopping, the whole thing is designed to be effortless.

Register online
Step 01
Register Your Car in 3 Minutes

Fill out the registration form, pay the display fee, and you're confirmed. We'll send event-day instructions straight to your inbox.

Drop off car
Step 02
Drop Off and Walk Away

Pull in Saturday, check in at the booth, and go enjoy your weekend. Our staff handles every buyer interaction — your car stays locked until we open it for a showing.

Get calls from buyers
Step 03
Get Calls From Real Buyers

100+ buyers walk the lot and see your window sticker with your price and contact info. You take the calls, set the price, and negotiate directly. No middlemen. You keep every dollar.

Just show up
Step 01
Just Show Up — Free

Walk a full lot of privately-owned cars in one place — no appointments, no salespeople, no pressure. Show up anytime May 30 or 31 between 9 AM and 7 PM. Admission and parking are always free.

Browse cars
Step 02
Browse 40+ Private-Party Cars

Every vehicle has a window sticker with the price, mileage, and the owner's contact info. Walk the lot at your own pace. Compare options side by side. Zero salespeople, zero pressure.

Deal directly
Step 03
Deal Directly With Owners

Call or text the seller, negotiate face-to-face, and skip the dealer markup. No middleman, no commission. Buyers typically save $2,000–$5,000 compared to dealer prices.

Why Sell Here

Skip the Trade-In. Keep the Money.

Every year, Chicagoland sellers lose millions leaving cars at dealer wholesale prices. CAF changes that math.

$2–4K
More Than a Dealer Trade-In
Dealers offer you wholesale. Private buyers pay retail. The gap on a typical used car is $2,000 to $4,000 — money that belongs in your pocket, not the dealership's margin.
Based on KBB private-party vs. trade-in average gap, 2024 national data.
100+
Serious, In-Person Buyers in One Day
No lowballers. No no-shows. No scam texts. Everyone who walks this lot came specifically to buy a car. They're pre-qualified by the simple act of showing up.
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Strangers at Your Home
Stop inviting people you've never met to your driveway. CAF is held in a public, secure setting in Palatine with professional security on-site. You sell in public, protected, on your own terms.
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Hours You Get Back This Weekend
Drop off your car Saturday morning, hand us the keys, and go enjoy your weekend. Our staff handles every buyer interaction. Just keep your phone nearby when it rings.
Real Offers. One Day.

Drop Off and Leave.
We Handle the Rest.

Drop off your car Saturday morning, hand us the keys, and go enjoy your weekend. Our staff handles every buyer interaction, every showing, every question. Just keep your phone nearby when it rings.

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Trust & Safety

Safe. Verified. Organized.

Every mechanism in this event is designed to protect both buyers and sellers from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.

Large Public Lot
Established campus in Palatine with built-in security, clear access, and free parking for all attendees.
Seller ID Verified at Check-In
Every seller presents a government-issued ID that matches the vehicle title before they get a spot. No title, no entry. Buyers know every car here is legally the seller's to sell.
Clean Title Required
Every vehicle is VIN-checked and title-verified before approval. No salvage titles, no rebuilt titles, no exceptions.
Your Car, Your Control
Your car stays locked while buyers browse. Our staff holds the keys and accompanies every buyer who wants to look inside. No one opens your car alone — ever.
Paperwork Done Right, On the Spot
Illinois bill of sale, RUT-50 tax form, and title transfer checklist — all provided at the event. Staff walks you through it so you can shake hands and drive home.
CAF Staff On the Lot All Day
Our team isn't just at a check-in table. We're walking the lot from open to close — available to answer questions, step in if something feels off, and make sure everything runs smoothly.
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Money-Back Guarantee
If fewer than 50 buyers attend across May 30–31, you receive a full refund of your $50 seller fee — no questions asked. We're putting skin in the game because we believe in what we're building for this community.
The CAF Difference

A Better Way to Buy and Sell

Real sellers. Real prices. No dealership in the middle.

Flat Fee. No Commission. No Surprise Costs.
One $50 fee covers everything: staging, signage, buyer marketing, security, and title paperwork. We keep nothing when your car sells. Every dollar goes to you.
Seen by 100+ Buyers in One Weekend
Your car gets in front of more serious buyers in two days than most online listings see in two weeks. Every attendee is there to buy — no tire-kickers, no no-shows, no ghosting.
Your Fee Is Protected
Full money-back guarantee if fewer than 50 buyers attend. Withdraw 7+ days before the event for a full refund. We stand behind every aspect of the event.
Register to Sell

Lock In Your Spot

50 seller spots available for Event #1. The founding rate ends after this event.

How does CAF compare?
AutoTrader charges $49/month for a digital listing — and you still deal with strangers, no-shows, and scam texts. CAF is $50 once and gets your car in front of 100+ serious in-person buyers in a single day.
Refund Policy
Full refund if fewer than 50 buyers attend. Withdraw 7+ days before the event for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 7 days of the event.
Founding Event Rate
$75
$50
One-time · May 30–31 · Founding Event Rate
  • Reserved parking spot for your vehicle
  • Standardized for-sale window sign with your details
  • Buyer marketing — social media, email, paid ads
  • Vehicle preview in online gallery pre-event
  • Campus security and staff supervision all day
  • Illinois title transfer paperwork on-site
  • Full money-back guarantee
Spots claimed 12 of 50 — filling fast
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FAQ

Common Questions

No. Drop off your car between 7–9 AM on Saturday, May 30th, hand our staff the keys, and leave. Our staff holds the keys and accompanies every buyer who wants to look inside. No one opens your car alone — ever. Just be reachable by phone.
Pick up your car by 6 PM on Sunday, May 31st — no pressure. You'll have had multiple interested buyers viewing your car over the weekend — not just one or two conversations online. If it doesn't sell, you'll be first to know about the next event and receive a discounted display fee as a returning seller. The $50 pre-registration fee is non-refundable. Our turnout guarantee only applies if fewer than 50 buyers attend.
Your vehicle (clean and ready to show), car keys, valid driver's license, and registration confirmation. We handle the rest — including all signage and display materials.
Yes — completely free. Just show up during event hours and walk the lot. No tickets, no hidden fees. Browse a full lot of privately owned vehicles in one place — no pressure, no dealership environment.
You deal directly with the owner — no CAF in between. Agree on a price, arrange payment, and complete the title transfer just like any private sale. We provide the marketplace; we don't handle payments or take a cut.
Yes. If you're interested in a vehicle, our staff will be there to open it and allow you to look inside and start it. Each car also includes a window sticker with the price, key details, and the seller's contact info — so you can call or text them directly when you're ready.

Have more questions?

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Only 50 Seller Spots Available

Your Car Deserves More Than a Trade-In.

Get in front of 100+ serious, local buyers May 30–31. Two days. One payment. Maximum return.

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Buying a car? Admission is always free.
1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL · May 30–31 · 9 AM – 7 PM