Tell us about your vehicle and upload some photos. Our team will evaluate your trade and get back to you within 1 business day with a competitive offer.
Our team will review your photos and details and get back to you within 1 business day with a competitive trade-in offer.
(605) 250-5016
Forget the algorithms. At Frankman Motor Company, every vehicle gets a personalized evaluation by Joe Frankman — not a computer. We buy cars, trucks, SUVs, and classics nationwide across all 48 lower states. Fill out the form above and Joe will get back to you within 1 business day with a competitive, no-obligation offer.
Joe Frankman personally evaluates every vehicle that comes through our door — and every submission that comes through this form. He's not a chatbot, not an algorithm, and not a call center. He's a real person with a real phone number, and when you call, Joe answers. Not just the first time — every time.
Joe grew up around the car business his entire life. After a successful career in senior sales and corporate training at Buckle, he returned to the automotive industry 15 years ago and has personally purchased over 1,000 vehicles from private parties. He's a Sioux Falls family man with two daughters, deeply involved in his local church, and the first to volunteer at Frankman's community charity events. He's one of the best networkers in the Sioux Falls area — everyone seems to know Joe, and everyone seems to love him.
Joe's philosophy is simple: every car has a story. Algorithms don't care how well you maintained your car, how many service records you have, or how nicely it drives. Joe does.
Algorithms don't care how nice your car is. Joe Frankman does.
There are plenty of places that will make you an offer on your car. Here's why thousands of sellers choose Joe Frankman over the big-name alternatives.
Because Joe evaluates every vehicle personally — not through an algorithm — he accounts for things like maintenance history, condition, service records, and how well the car was cared for. That means our offers frequently beat Carvana, CarMax, and KBB Instant Cash Offer.
When you call Frankman Motor Company about selling your car, Joe Frankman answers the phone. Not a call center. Not an AI chatbot. Not a random representative. Joe. And he'll answer every single time you call — from your first question to the final handshake.
We don't give you a high number online and then slash it when you show up. If Joe needs more information to firm up his offer, he'll ask for it upfront. If the vehicle requires an in-person inspection, he'll tell you that before you make the trip. What Joe quotes is what you get.
Still making payments on your vehicle? No problem. We handle the entire payoff process directly with your lender. You receive a check for your equity — the difference between Joe's offer and your remaining loan balance. No trips to the bank, no paperwork headaches.
You don't need to be in Sioux Falls. Frankman Motor Company buys vehicles from sellers in all 48 lower states. Send us your photos and videos through the form above, and Joe will evaluate your vehicle remotely. The best offer comes from bringing it in person, but it's not required.
Our goal is to maximize the value for you — even if that means connecting you with someone else. If your vehicle is outside our expertise and we know a dealer or buyer who will pay more, we'll make that introduction. That's the kind of dealership we are.
Not all car-buying services are created equal. Here's how selling to Joe Frankman compares to the big online platforms.
| Feature | Joe Frankman | Carvana | CarMax | KBB Instant Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Who evaluates your car? | Joe Frankman — personally | Algorithm | Algorithm + in-store tech | Algorithm |
| Accounts for condition & care? | ✓ Yes — service records, maintenance, story | No | Partially (at inspection) | No |
| Can you talk to the same person every call? | ✓ Always Joe | Random agent | Random agent | Participating dealer varies |
| Offer changes after inspection? | ✓ Joe is upfront — asks first | Common (deductions at pickup) | Sometimes ($200+ adjustments) | Common (dealer inspection) |
| Handles loan payoff? | ✓ Entire process handled | Yes | Yes | Varies by dealer |
| Buys nationwide? | ✓ All 48 lower states | Most states | In-store only | Participating dealers only |
| Buys classics & collectibles? | ✓ Specialty | No | Rarely | No |
| Response time | Within 1 business day | Instant (algorithm) | Instant (algorithm) | Instant (algorithm) |
| Family-owned & local? | ✓ Since 1988 | Publicly traded corporation | Publicly traded corporation | Cox Automotive subsidiary |
Use the tool above to tell us about your vehicle and upload photos. The more detail you provide, the faster and more accurate Joe's offer will be.
Joe Frankman personally reviews every submission. He'll call you within 1 business day — or sooner — to discuss your vehicle and provide an offer.
There's zero obligation and zero pressure. Take a few days to think about it, shop it around, or accept on the spot. Your call.
Bring in your vehicle (or send photos/video if remote) and receive a check. If you have a loan, we handle the payoff and cut you a check for your equity.
Mon–Sat: 8:30am–6pm
Sun: Closed
26874 SD-11
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Fill out the form, upload some photos, and Joe will personally call you within 1 business day. No algorithms. No call centers. No bait-and-switch. Just a fair offer from a real person.