Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Personal Car Shopper in Decatur, IN
At Sam's Auto Sales, we have dedicated ourselves to revolutionizing the car-buying experience since 1987. Originally established as Air View Sales, our journey began with a focus on pickup trucks and rust-free parts before evolving into a full retail lot offering comprehensive service and repair solutions. Over the decades, we recognized a growing demand for personalized vehicle sourcing, prompting our transition to a specialized personal car shopping service. Our commitment lies in connecting customers with their ideal vehicles at wholesale auctions, delivering them directly to your doorstep for a transparent flat finder's fee. With over 25 years of industry expertise, we prioritize integrity, transparency, and customer satisfaction.Our process includes a meticulous 27-point inspection to ensure quality, alongside discounted repair options tailored to your needs. We extend the manufacturer's warranty on all vehicles, underscoring our dedication to trust and reliability. Our team's deep-rooted experience in automotive sales and service positions us as a leader in personalized vehicle acquisition. We maintain rigorous standards for vehicle evaluation and customer communication, ensuring every transaction reflects our core values of honesty and exceptional service.
Services
Personal Car Shopping
27 Point Inspection
Light Interior Clean
Exterior Hand Wax
Manufacturer Warranty
Discounted Repairs
Vehicle Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We guarantee a 27-point inspection for every vehicle.
- Our flat $900 finder's fee ensures transparent pricing.
- We offer discounted repairs tailored to your vehicle's needs.
- We extend manufacturer warranties on all purchases.
- We provide exterior hand-waxing and interior cleaning services.
What people say
Transparent pricing
Personalized vehicle sourcing
Meticulous inspections
Direct delivery service
Competitive finder's fee
Services
Personal Car Shopping
We source quality used vehicles from wholesale auctions based on your specific requirements. Our personalized approach ensures you receive vehicles that match your criteria without markup. With decades of auction expertise, we handle negotiations and logistics.
27 Point Inspection
Every vehicle undergoes a comprehensive 27-point mechanical and cosmetic evaluation. We assess critical components including brakes, tires, clutch, exhaust systems, and fluid conditions. This inspection identifies necessary repairs and ensures transparency about the vehicle's condition.
Light Interior Clean
We perform thorough interior cleaning to remove dust and debris before delivery. This service includes vacuuming, surface wiping, and odor elimination, ensuring your vehicle arrives in pristine condition ready for immediate use without additional detailing costs.
Exterior Hand Wax
Our meticulous exterior waxing protects your vehicle's paint while enhancing its showroom shine. This service involves hand-applied polish and buffing to maintain paint integrity, creating a protective barrier against environmental elements for lasting appearance.
Discounted Repairs
We offer competitively priced mechanical repairs and paint work tailored to your vehicle's needs. Customers select which repairs to complete from our inspection report, with transparent pricing applied directly to necessary services without hidden fees or markup.
People
Sam
Owner
With over 25 years in the automotive industry, Sam transitioned Sam's Auto Sales from a traditional dealership to specialized personal car shopping. His auction expertise and customer-first approach prioritize transparent pricing and tailored vehicle sourcing.
Mara
Business Partner
Certified in natural health practices, Mara manages Energy Wellness Products while supporting Sam's Auto Sales operations. Her complementary business focuses on holistic wellness solutions, expanding the company's service diversity.
Questions
What does your personal car shopping service include?
We source vehicles from wholesale auctions based on your criteria, perform 27-point inspections, and deliver cars directly to you for a $900 flat fee.
Are repairs included in the purchase price?
Repairs are billed separately at discounted rates. We provide inspection reports detailing necessary repairs, allowing you to choose which services to complete.
Do you offer financing options?
While we don't provide in-house financing, we recommend consulting with local lenders or financial institutions for vehicle loan arrangements.
How does your inspection process work?
Our 27-point inspection evaluates critical mechanical components and cosmetic conditions. We provide detailed reports covering brakes, tires, fluids, electrical systems, and body integrity.
What warranty do you provide?
All vehicles carry the original manufacturer warranty. We don't offer extended warranties but can connect you with third-party providers if needed.
Reviews (1)
Jared Evans
Jan 15, 2012
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They state they will do convertible tops, but when you drive to this "business" and are told the guy who does it is gone for a week, and to call then, not taking any information. Then I called back a week later and even left a voicemail. Then another week later, no call back. This clearly is a shop that doesn't want customers or money. I am not begging for them to do what they claim to do on they're website.
No wonder they had to sell they're business and work out of their own home. Clearly lazy. Also this Mara below me is Sam's wife. So no real or actual customer has anything good to say about this business.
No wonder they had to sell they're business and work out of their own home. Clearly lazy. Also this Mara below me is Sam's wife. So no real or actual customer has anything good to say about this business.
