Now accepting founding members

Buy and sell cars the way
it should have always worked.

Every seller earns a real Trust Score. Every listing is rated for transparency. No scams, no strangers — just cars and people you can actually trust.

Your zip code routes you to your region — see your area unlock in real time.

247
Founding members
Long Island
Wave 1 region
2026
Target launch
Free
To join the waitlist

Our roadmap

Where we are — and where we're going.

Click any phase to see exactly what we're building, when, and how payments work at each stage. No surprises, no fine print.

Foundation March 2026 Complete
Legal, brand, and waitlist live
KarmaCruze LLC formed, trademark filed, name protected. Founding member waitlist open.
Details
KarmaCruze LLC legally registered
USPTO Intent to Use trademark filed — name protected
Domain and all social handles secured
Founding member waitlist collecting signups
Payments: not yet active
You are here
Wave 1 — Local launch Mid 2026 Building now
Port Washington — 50 to 200 users
First real buyers and sellers. Trust Scores live. Transparency scoring on every listing. Transactions logged manually while we keep things tight.
Details
Seller profiles with Trust Score and badge tiers (Bronze → Platinum)
Listings require photos, VIN, mileage — auto transparency score calculated
In-app messaging — all communication stays on platform for moderation
First Car section — safe, affordable, insurance-friendly picks for new drivers
AI-flagged message moderation with human review layer
Scam policy enforced — second-chance resolution and IP ban tiers
In-person: cash / Zelle / Venmo Platform logs every completed sale
Wave 2 — Regional expansion Late 2026 – 2027 Coming soon
5 metro areas — 1,000+ users
Bethesda, Greenwich, Short Hills, Westchester. VIN decoder API live. Optional platform payments introduced for sellers who want them.
Details
VIN decoder API — automatic history and recall flag lookup
Optional AI background check for Trust Score bonus points
Buyer-verified purchase confirmation system
Boosted listing option for sellers ($5–15 flat fee)
Expanded review system with verified sale confirmation
Optional: Stripe payment link per listing In-person still accepted
Wave 3 — National scale 2027 – 2028 Planned
20+ metros — full escrow live
Full Stripe escrow required on all sales. AI photo scanning. Dynamic pricing. Independent dealer section launches.
Details
AI photo scan — condition assessment and damage detection on every listing
Dynamic pricing suggestions based on regional comparable sales
Full escrow — funds held by platform, released on buyer confirmation
Verified independent dealer section (clearly labeled, separate from peer-to-peer)
Tiered commission: 4.5% bronze → 3% platinum
Full Stripe escrow — required for all sales
Wave 4 — International 2029+ Long term
Canada, Australia, Gulf States
Selective expansion into markets with the same trust gap. Entered only through on-the-ground relationships — never from a desk.
Details
Canada — mirrors U.S. suburban model, English market, low entry complexity
Australia — high car dependency, same peer-to-peer trust infrastructure gap
UAE / Gulf States — status-driven car culture, minimal trusted platforms exist
All markets entered through local partnerships built in person first
Region-specific payment infrastructure

Why KarmaCruze

The platform that earns trust
instead of assuming it.

Facebook Marketplace has no accountability. Craigslist has no protection. KarmaCruze is built from the ground up to fix both.

Real Trust Scores
Not star ratings. A score built from verified sales, reviews, and profile transparency that grows over time.
Transparency scoring
Every listing gets a % score based on how much the seller actually tells you — before you ever reach out.
Scammers removed fast
AI-flagged moderation plus human review. Bad actors get IP banned — not just reported and ignored.
First Car section
Safe, affordable, insurance-friendly picks for new drivers. Curated by trust score and listing quality.
Local first, always
We launch one market at a time so listings are actually near you — not spread thin across the country.
Founding member badge
Join the waitlist now and your profile carries a permanent founding member designation — forever.

How Trust Scores work

See what your score would look like — right now.

Every seller starts at zero and builds a real reputation through verified sales, honest listings, and consistent reviews. Play with the calculator below to see exactly what tier you would be at.

Bronze
0–99
4.5%
Silver
100–299
4.0%
Gold
300–599
3.5%
Diamond
600–999
3.0%
Platinum
1,000+
3.0%
+20
+20
+0
Your Trust Score
165
Silver
4.0% commission
Gold at 300 pts
Profile
Photo + name: +20
Real bio: +20
Socials submitted: +20
BG check cleared: +50
Sales
Per sale: +25
15 sales bonus: +60
35 sales bonus: +90
75 sales bonus: +125
Reviews (4.5+ avg)
10 reviews: +50
20 reviews: +100
50 reviews: +125
4.8+ sustained: ×1.1

Regional unlock map

Where is KarmaCruze launching first?

Regions are ranked by momentum. The hottest markets unlock first. Don't see your town? Search it — you might be surprised how close it is.

Top regions by momentum
Hot Growing Early
Don't see your town? There are more regions with signups below these results. Search above to find yours, or join and put your region on the map.

One quick question

How are you planning to use KarmaCruze?

This helps us make sure each region has the right mix of buyers and sellers when it unlocks. Your answer also determines whether your signup counts toward your region's threshold.

I have a car to sell in the next 6 months
You'll be onboarded as a seller when your region opens. Counts toward your region's unlock threshold.
I'm actively looking to buy a car
You'll get first access to listings when your region opens. Counts toward your region's unlock threshold.
Both — buying and selling
Counts double toward your region's threshold. You're exactly who KarmaCruze is built for.
Not right now — just following along
You'll stay on the waitlist and hear about updates, but your signup won't count toward your region's unlock threshold. No hard feelings — come back when the time is right.
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