Last deal

$17M

Amount

Venture - Series Unknown

Stage

17.05.2000

Date

2

all rounds

$297M

Total amount

date founded

Financing round

General

About Company
CarsDirect.com is an online car buying service that provides new and used automobiles, as well as related products and services.

Related to

Internet Brands

Internet Brands

Internet Brands is an internet media company that operates online media, community, and e-commerce sites in vertical markets.

Sector

Media

Subsector

Media Agencies

Keywords

Internet, E-Commerce, Advertising

Location

El Segundo, CA 90245, USA

total rounds

4

total raised

$303.73M

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founded date

01.01.1998

Number of employees

Company Type

For Profit

Last funding type

Venture - Series Unknown

IPO status

Private

Description

With over 12 years of experience, CarsDirect.com is a leader in the online automotive space, partnering with dealers to connect them with customers through their Automotive Network. Originally starting as an online car buying company, they have expanded into dealer referral and advertising. They have received multiple awards for their services, including being voted the New Car Lead provider by the readers of Auto Dealer Monthly. In addition to car sales, CarsDirect.com also offers auto loans, vehicle service contracts, credit reports, and more. They are a subsidiary of Internet Brands, Inc. and are based in El Segundo, California.
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Scott Painter
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