Question 1

Do I have to commit to buying?

Accepted Answer

No. Ridekick helps you get the best possible price, but you always make the final call. If the number isn't right, you walk away. Zero obligation.

Question 2

What information do dealers see about me?

Accepted Answer

Ridekick shares the information needed to carry out the outreach you authorize, such as the car page you submitted, your negotiation context, and selected buyer details. Ridekick does not share your mobile number with the dealer for texting. You still decide whether to move forward directly with the dealer.

Question 3

Is Ridekick the dealer or transaction party?

Accepted Answer

No. Ridekick is a software tool that helps analyze pricing and automate dealer communications. You still purchase directly from the dealer and handle the final transaction yourself.

Question 4

How long does a negotiation take?

Accepted Answer

Most dealers respond within 24-48 hours. The full back-and-forth typically wraps up in 2-5 days. You can watch every message in real-time as it happens.

Question 5

What if the dealer won't budge?

Accepted Answer

That happens — and it's still useful. You'll know their lowest price and can compare it against other dealers. Some users run negotiations on 2-3 cars they're considering to find the best deal.

Question 6

What kinds of car links work?

Accepted Answer

Most traditional dealership car pages work — Autotrader, Cars.com, CarGurus, Edmunds, or the dealer's own website. One-price stores like Carvana and CarMax are usually not negotiable.