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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

** Not worth it -Get it directly from the dealer instead.** The buying itself is ok. The problems arise after the payment. There is no proper transparency to know at what stage the car is. From... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The communication with InstaMotion went really smoothly throughout the whole purchase process even if I don't speak German. All steps could be monitored and updates have been sent to me on a regula... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I believe the best thing about instamotion is that you get the best deals from all over Germany at one single place. I got a Hyundai Tucson at a rate which is good when compared to all the local deale... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a foreigner buying a car in Germany can be complicated and stressful. Instamotion removes all of that and provides reliable pleasant service from the comfort of your chair. From the moment you choo... See more

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  2. Auto Market
  3. Motor Vehicle Dealer
  4. Used Car Dealer

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InstaMotion ermöglicht seit 2017 den Gebrauchtwagen-Kauf online. Nur qualifizierte und geprüfte Fahrzeuge schaffen es durch unser Qualitätsraster auf die Plattform. Als Kunde kannst Du Dir frei von allen Zwängen Dein Auto aussuchen und dieses online bestellen. Wir bieten eine kostenlose Beratung und Hilfestellung zu Fahrzeugen und dem Online Prozess. Unser deutschlandweites Netzwerk ermöglicht es, dass wir - auf Wunsch mit Versicherung, Zulassung und Wunschkennzeichen - Autos bis vor die Haustüre unserer Kunden liefern. Was unterscheidet uns von einem normalen Autohändler, der seine Autos ebenfalls auf seiner Webseite anbietet? Wir wollen Dir nicht irgendein, oder irgendein bestimmtes, Auto verkaufen, sondern Dir die Auswahl an dem was wir für gut hältst bieten. Alle Fahrzeuge werden Dir ausführlich und komplett transparent dargestellt. Du kannst selbst wählen. Unbeeinflusst und zu Hause. Somit können wir Dir beim nächsten Auto-Kauf viel Mühe und Zeit sparen, in dem wir Dir alles so erleichtern, wie Du es auch von Bestellungen alltäglicher Dinge, wie zum Beispiel Kleidung oder Technik gewohnt bist!


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

** Not worth it -Get it directly from…

** Not worth it -Get it directly from the dealer instead.**
The buying itself is ok. The problems arise after the payment.
There is no proper transparency to know at what stage the car is. From the payment date to getting the car, it took exactly 1 month and i couldn't know what was going on in between - for me, the lack of visibility is terrible for a "Digital Solution".

Every time the car has a problem and i report to Instamotion, they ask me to go to a Werkstatt/mechanic of my own to do a "Diagnostic report and a cost estimate." For diagnostic report they always give a budget of 200 Euros. The report then has to be sent to Instamotion and wait for their approval. One needs to have always at least 2 appointments to fix the problem and it could take at least half a month in case you want to go to a good/ideally official handler.

It's not worth it, in my opinion is better to just check the car pictures/data in their website, search on google to try to find the source of the car - often times there are from the official handlers themselves, so you better of buying directly from them. I really regret not having done so.

January 4, 2026
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Dear Maria,
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback and we're sorry the waiting period left you feeling out of the loop.
We do send an email update at every key milestone of the process, so you should hear from us whenever there's a real step forward. That said, some stages are genuinely out of our hands. We sometimes have to wait on documents, the registration office, or other third parties, which can stretch the timeline without much visible movement in between. We could clearly do a better job of explaining why those quiet periods happen, and that's feedback we're taking on board to improve the experience.
Regarding repairs: the diagnosis-and-approval step exists to make sure warranty work is properly documented and covered, but we understand it can feel slow and cumbersome when you just want your car fixed. We'd genuinely like to look into how your case was handled and see what we can do to make things right.
Could you send us your order number to service@instamotion.com? We'll have someone review your situation personally.
We appreciate you giving us the chance to improve.
best,
your instamotion-team

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The original company is gone, i'm now in debt

The original company collapsed, and the new one is essentially refusing to honour the old contracts. Customers are left dealing with lawyers and a bank they never even chose. The absurd part? The new Instamotion says “not our problem”, the bank says “not our problem”, and the customer is the one who gets screwed.
The fact that they can continue operating under the same brand with zero accountability is honestly shocking. Think very carefully before buying a car from a company that can simply disappear without consequences. I strongly recommend choosing a more established business, unless you’re okay living through the kind of mess I’m in.

April 1, 2026
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Dear Francesco,
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely understand that the current situation is confusing and that the shared brand name can lead to misunderstandings. We would like to clarify the legal background to help you navigate this:
The original company, InstaMotion Retail GmbH, unfortunately went into insolvency in 2024. Our company, IM Marketplace GmbH, subsequently acquired the brand name and certain assets as part of an asset deal. Legally, we are not the legal successor of Instamotion Retail GmbH.
As a result:
Contracts: We have no legal authority or access to contracts concluded with the former Instamotion Retail GmbH. These matters are handled exclusively by the appointed insolvency administrator.
Financing: Since your credit agreement is a direct contract between you and the bank, the bank remains your sole contractual partner for all matters regarding your loan and should help you if there are any issues that need to be resolved.
We truly regret that you are caught in the middle of these insolvency proceedings. However, as a separate legal entity, we cannot fulfill obligations or take accountability for the former company.
Best regards,
The instamotion Team (IM Marketplace GmbH)

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

buying is ok, if you find anything get in written just don't buy anything based on verbal promise

I got the car from them and would say buying is quite easy with there being some one helping always.

But, i would recommend to take everything in writing over email and no matter how much they insist to take it over whatsapp/call, don't do it.
while searching a car I especially asked that I need Google Auto/carPlay I was told my car has it and he is sure of it. they we went ahead with the trust and bought the car
But when I got the car, I saw we dont have Google Auto and I had to get it installed, And also AFTER BUYING SERVICE WILL START DELAYING REPLIES etc.

So buying is ok, if you find anything get in written just dont buy anything based on verbal promise or they wull ghost you.

December 15, 2025
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Reply from instamotion

Dear Himanshu,

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent purchase. We are glad to hear that you found the initial buying process easy and felt well-supported by our team.

Regarding your comments on Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, we would like to clarify that this feature was not listed in the vehicle advertisement nor included in the final sales contract. Our sales team maintains that no verbal guarantees were made outside of the documented specifications.

We always encourage our customers to review the contract details thoroughly to ensure the vehicle meets their specific needs. We take your feedback about communication response times seriously and will work on improving our post-sale support.

Best regards, The instamotion Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Flexibility & Transparency

Flexibility: I appreciated the adaptability of your service—when I requested All-Weather (AW) tires instead of standard ones, you accommodated my request seamlessly.

Transparency: Your team demonstrated excellent honesty. Although the documents mentioned seat heating (which was unavailable), your staff proactively assisted me. As a result, I received a refund for this feature—thank you for the fair resolution!

August 20, 2024
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Dear Jai, thank you very much for your great review. We will take your minor criticism as an opportunity to further optimize our processes and procedures. Our team wishes you a safe journey at all times.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointing Experience – Lack of Transparency and Poor Customer Service

I bought a Volvo XC90 in 2023 through Instamotion, and unfortunately, my experience has been far from satisfying.

First of all, the prices are quite high compared to other platforms, so I expected at least a premium level of service and transparency. However, that was not the case.

During the registration process, Instamotion lost my "Anmeldebescheinigung" (registration certificate), which caused unnecessary delays and stress.

They also failed to provide the service booklet ("Serviceheft") of the vehicle, despite multiple requests.

Before purchasing, I was told the car had an accident and repaint on the left side only, but later it turned out that both the left and right sides, as well as the engine area, had been repainted — raising serious concerns about transparency and vehicle history.

What made things worse is the poor communication after the sale. The team became unfriendly and unresponsive, making it hard to resolve even basic issues.

All in all, I cannot recommend Instamotion based on this experience. If you’re considering buying a car here, make sure to double-check every detail and request full documentation in advance — because once the car is delivered, you’re left on your own.

July 21, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid to save your money and time

Unfortunately the lowest I can rate is 1 star.
My experience with Instamotion has been very bad and depressing. Instamotion claims to provide convenience and quality. Let me share my personal experience:
Regarding Convenience:
I found a good Audi Q5 apparantly and placed an order on 17th of April and cleared the full payment, sent everything to them by 23rd of April. Later I found out that 2-6 weeks promise of delivery is just a word on paper. After several follow-ups over emails, I finally got my car on 17th of June (after two months). They simply said that the process takes time without any transparency of what's causing the delay.
Now let's talk about the quality:
- The car was driven extra ~7000km than what was advertised and promised (maybe someone was driving the car during two months while I was on the wait)
- Air conditioning wasn't working (in hot summer)
- Incorrect wheels were installed (wheel specifications wasn't even matching CoC and registration documents of the car)
I tried to get to a mitigation of the issues but realised it's gonna take forever and also I lost trust on Instamotion so I cancelled the purchase contract within 14 days period. Now I'm sitting and waiting for the refund to arrive.
Save your time and money.

July 3, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good communication and easy process

I have not received my car yet, however I found the communication quite good, fast and straightforward. The process was easy and clear.

June 6, 2025
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Dear Fatemeh, thank you very much for your review. Our team wishes you a safe journey at all times.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchase Experience with Instamotion

I recently purchased an electric vehicle through Instamotion, and I would like to express my appreciation for the smooth and professional experience.

A special thanks goes to Mr. Florian Schicht, who was incredibly friendly, patient, and supportive throughout the entire process. He answered all my questions in detail, provided all the necessary documents and reports on time, and made sure I was fully informed before making my decision.

Thanks to his support, I felt confident and comfortable in purchasing my first electric car. I truly appreciate his dedication and professionalism and would highly recommend Instamotion to anyone considering buying a car online.

Thank you once again!

March 13, 2025
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Dear Pirooz, thank you very much for your great review. We are happy to pass on your feedback to Mr. Schicht. Our team wishes you a safe journey at all times.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service & Smooth Car Purchase…

Excellent Service & Smooth Car Purchase Experience!

I had an absolutely great experience with Instamotion! From the moment I initiated my query on 13th February to the seamless delivery of my car on 10th March, everything was handled professionally and efficiently.

A special shout-out to Mr. Peter for his outstanding guidance on the documentation process—his clarity and support made everything so much easier. Ms. Sabrina was also incredibly helpful, providing continuous support throughout the entire process, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.

Additionally, I highly appreciate the sales team, who were always available for any assistance and made sure that everything went smoothly until the very end. Their commitment to excellent customer service truly stood out!

I highly recommend Instamotion to anyone looking for a hassle-free car purchase. Thank you to the entire team for your dedication and professionalism!

March 10, 2025
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Dear Mohd, thank you very much for your great review. We are happy to pass on your feedback to Sabrina and Peter. Our team wishes you a safe journey at all times.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Above and beyond

It all started less than 3 weeks ago. I sent a message about my interest in a car and in less than 24 hours I received a phone call. The person on the phone was really nice, and even though I don't speak the German language very well, he was extremely professional and patient with me.
The next day I received an email where everything was explained in great detail. The whole process from start till the end went very smoothly and easy. I even sent my original documents (passport) via post, which at first I was a little afraid to do, but rest assured, these people do their job in the best and most secure way possible. They kept me informed and updated about everything.
Once the bank approved my application, they sent me a list of documents that I needed to sign. That was made very easy thanks to the online signing application. The next step was paying the deposit. Once they received my payment they sent me another detailed email about which documents they need as originals and which can be sent as copies. The last step was the registration of the car. This was also organised by the Instamotion team, which made things very easy for me. During this time they sent me a link where I could see how is the process evolving, something like online tracking.
Once the registration of the car was finished, I received a phone call to schedule the delivery date. The person who delivered my car was very polite, friendly and helpful. He even gave me a brief explaining about all the settings of the car.
And just like that, in less than a month I have my new car parked in front of my house.
If you are in doubt about where to buy your new used car from, think no more and send that message right away. Trust me, you will not regret it.

February 24, 2025
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Dear Ivana, thank you very much for your great review. Our team wishes you a safe journey at all times.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great support and on-time delivery

October 29, 2024
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Dear Tommy, thank you for your great review. We hope you enjoy your new used car and wish you a safe journey at all times.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

paid the downpayment

paid the downpayment, the next weeks were toture and finally i got someone to explain, they said the compay went insolvent. Still owe me my downpayment of 4500€
and still no car
warning to everyone who want to deal with them...fraudstars

June 7, 2024
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Reply from instamotion

Dear Mkarasm, thank you very much for your feedback. We deeply regret the trouble, effort and costs you incurred as a result of the insolvency. Presumably this experience also played a major role in your assessment. In this respect, your description is emotionally understandable - but not entirely correct. We wish you all the best.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome service

Awesome service. The car was delivered in the condition described. Everything happened online, even the registration. I can highly recommend this service!

October 20, 2024
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Dear Ivan, thank you for your great review, we wish you lots of fun with your new used car and a safe journey at all times.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really impressed

I believe the best thing about instamotion is that you get the best deals from all over Germany at one single place. I got a Hyundai Tucson at a rate which is good when compared to all the local dealers. Right from ordering the car to delivery it took almost 14 days, which is wonderful. I am happy with my car and the services provided by instamotion. Would definitely recommend

October 14, 2024
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Dear Navakumar, thank you very much for your great review, we wish you a good trip and lots of fun with your vehicle.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The buying experience was very good.

The buying experience was very good for me with Instamotion. From ordering the vehicle to delivery everything was very smooth. I will definitely recommend it to my friends.

August 26, 2024
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Thank you very much for the great review. We hope you enjoy your new vehicle.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good Communication

Communication was good throughout the process and staff were very friendly and efficient. There could have been a little clearer explanations of the processes along the way but all in all very impressed with the service. There was also a little hickup at the end though, which meant that I had to collect the car myself despite having paid for the delivery service.

June 15, 2024
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Dear Keith,
thank you for your honest feedback. Have fun with your car.
Your instamotion Team

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good oportunity

Was a good option to buy the car via instamotion.
- until buying a great service
- nice car, no problems or damages
- after buying - everything needed a lot of time and some promises replies didn't happen
- tire profile was not so good and after a lot of conversations, I got a tiny credit note

April 11, 2024
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Reply from instamotion

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you are happy with the purchase process and the condition of your new car. It is very important to us that our customers have a positive experience and we appreciate your positive words about our pre-purchase service.

We are sorry to hear that you experienced some difficulties and delays after the purchase, and that communication did not always go as promised. This is not up to our standards and we will ensure that this is improved in the future.

With regard to the tyre tread, we regret that you experienced some inconvenience. However, we are pleased that we were ultimately able to offer you a small credit.

Your feedback is very valuable to us and helps us to continuously improve our services. We thank you for your patience and understanding.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pros and Cons:-

Pros and Cons:-
Prompt response, Got the car in 4 weeks.
Car was in good condition
Didn't have to take care about registration process all was done by InstaMotion

Cons:-
The only problem I had was lack of English speaking personals in Instamotion so phone calls didn't work for me. But i was able to communicate by mail and I got the response in less than a day

April 19, 2024
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Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you had a positive experience overall with InstaMotion. We strive to provide prompt responses and efficient service to all our customers.

Regarding your concern about the lack of English-speaking personnel, we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We understand the importance of effective communication and will take your feedback into consideration to improve our services.

We're pleased that despite this challenge, you were able to communicate via email and received responses in a timely manner. If you have any further questions or need assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend

Highly recommend
Thank you for your service and making the experience of buying a car not so difficult :) special thanks to Mr.Maximilian Kirsanov for all efforts and support. Thank you for making this an amazing experience. On time reaction , being here every time when needed, making sure all is well and organized. Thank you

March 15, 2024
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Reply from instamotion

Thank you very much for your positive feedback and recommendation! We are very pleased to hear that you were satisfied with our service and that the purchase of your car went so smoothly.

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