Carmax Buying — Center

: By bypassing traditional auction markups, CarMax maintains a diversified profit base where retail sales, wholesale auctions, and financing each play a role.

The (also referred to as the Appraisal Center) is the engine of the company's "Buy from Consumer" strategy, which fuels its retail inventory and wholesale auction business. Strategic Overview carmax buying center

: Customers can initiate appraisals online to receive an instant offer or visit a physical store for a 30- to 45-minute in-person inspection. : By bypassing traditional auction markups, CarMax maintains