
Control your vehicle acquisition from start to finish.
Work with Frank Ranelli to navigate sourcing, negotiation, trade in valuation, and deal structure. Independent representation ensures your interests come first, every step.
Ready to control your next deal?
Tell us about your vehicle needs. Frank Ranelli will review your inquiry and reach out to discuss your acquisition strategy.
Ready to take control of your deal?
Reach out to Frank Ranelli to discuss your vehicle acquisition and learn how we handle every detail from sourcing to closing.

Answers about acquisition
Find details on how we source, negotiate, and close your vehicle deal.
How does the acquisition process work from start to finish?
You define your vehicle and budget. We source market options, analyze pricing, and negotiate on your behalf. You review the final deal and sign the contract. We handle everything in between—valuation, trade-in strategy, and tax treatment included.
What's included in the $600 flat fee?
Full market analysis, vehicle sourcing, expert negotiation, trade-in valuation and leverage, deal structure optimization, and final contract review. No percentages, no hidden costs, no dealer commissions. One flat fee covers the entire acquisition.
How long does the acquisition process typically take?
Timeline depends on market availability and your specific vehicle requirements. Once we source options, negotiation and closing usually move quickly. We keep you updated at every step so you know exactly where your deal stands.
Do you work with dealers or represent them?
No. We represent you exclusively as a buyer-side specialist. We don't sell vehicles, work for dealerships, or receive third-party compensation. Your interests are our only priority.
Can you help with trade-in valuation?
Yes. We analyze your current vehicle's market value and use that leverage to improve your overall deal. Trade-in strategy is built into our negotiation—we ensure you get fair value and optimal deal structure.
What makes Private Automotive Acquisition different?
28 years of buyer-side specialist experience. We control the entire process without dealership influence. Flat-fee transparency, strategic negotiation, and full deal oversight ensure you get the best terms—not the dealer.
Ready to control your deal?
Contact us to start your vehicle acquisition with a buyer-side specialist.
Clients who controlled their deal
Real acquisition outcomes from buyers who took control of their vehicle purchase with Private Automotive Acquisition.
Frank negotiated $3,000 off the asking price and restructured the deal so I saved another $1,200 on fees and taxes. I had complete control the entire time.

Michael Patterson
Executive, Texas
We found the exact truck we wanted, and Frank handled every negotiation detail. The flat fee was clear upfront. No surprises, just results.

Jennifer Reeves
Business owner, California
Twenty-eight years of experience shows. Frank knew every angle in the deal structure. We saved more than the acquisition fee cost in the first week.

Robert Chen
Entrepreneur, New York
I didn't have to step foot on a dealer lot. Frank controlled the entire negotiation and sent me the contract ready to sign. Fast, clean, professional.

Sarah Mitchell
Attorney, Florida
The trade-in valuation strategy alone saved me $2,000. Frank structured it so the deal worked in my favor on every line item. Worth every penny.

David Torres
Financial advisor, Colorado
Frank's assistance in purchasing our 2025 Kia Telluride was an experience I will always and forever seek to replicate. Never having to speak with a salesman, never having to negotiate, only traveling to the dealership to do the test drive and, subsequently, pick up the vehicle is about as clean as it gets. Frank handled everything remotely, I signed the papers from my kitchen through a virtual notary, and we wound up saving gobs of money. His knowledge of the auto industry as demonstrated by his decades working within it was apparent throughout and gave both me and my wife peace of mind. The transparency and information he brought to us about what to expect, pricing guidelines, and dealer tactics were paramount in providing that confidence. His knowledge is superior and his responsive communication set the standard, which will admittedly be impossible to beat. I recommend Frank to anyone and everyone who will ever buy a vehicle from a dealership.

Jake
Business owner - Reno, NevadaÂ
Ready to control your next deal?
Let's start your acquisition. Contact Frank Ranelli today to define your vehicle strategy and take command of the process.