Design and Development of a Web-Based Platform for Pre-Owned Car Sales

Used car sales are currently booming, but for many ordinary people trying to buy or for those needing to sell a used vehicle, it continues to be a very common problem. People have had to deal with purchasing or selling a vehicle without being aware of mechanical problems, the use of poor pricing methods, and working with "middlemen" who charge high fees to help with these transactions. The purpose of this project is to create and develop an independent online marketplace for used vehicles that is totally transparent and allows the buyer to contact the seller directly to reinstate trust in the vehicle sales/purchase process. A simple-to-navigate web application lets sellers sign up and share vehicle information in a straightforward way, with only basic information needed (e.g. VIN, odometer, and photos). Buyers are then able to quickly shop your inventory, and also filter inventory based on their preferences (i.e. pricing levels, make and model, or geographical distance). The new web-based marketplace uses state-of-the-art web technology to create the best possible user experience across all devices and to store users' information securely for all time. The elimination of the need for middlemen creates both time savings and money savings for the end-user. Furthermore, it will assist with the restoration of consumers' confidence in the purchase/sale of used vehicles. This report will detail the entire development process, including an analysis of the existing marketplace's challenges; all the way through to final testing and live launch of the new responsive web application.