What Are Deal Scores?
LaneDock assigns every auction listing a composite deal score from A (best) to D (worst). This score combines three factors:
- Profit Potential (50%): The estimated spread between your landed cost and the retail value
- Comp Confidence (30%): How many comparable retail listings were found and how closely they match
- Risk Assessment (20%): Factors like title status, mileage, age, and market volatility
A Deals (75+ Score)
A deals represent the strongest opportunities. They have a healthy profit margin, backed by strong comp data, with minimal risk flags. These are the deals you want to bid on.
B Deals (50-74 Score)
B deals are solid opportunities with manageable risk. They might have slightly thinner margins or fewer comps, but still represent good buying opportunities for experienced dealers.
C Deals (25-49 Score)
C deals are marginal. They might have thin margins, limited comp data, or moderate risk factors. Proceed with caution and do additional research.
D Deals (Below 25 Score)
D deals carry significant risk — low profit potential, poor comp data, or major risk flags like salvage titles or extremely high mileage. Generally best avoided unless you have specific expertise.
How to Use Scores
- Filter your run list to A and B deals first
- Review C deals only if your run list is thin
- Skip D deals unless you have a specific buyer requesting that vehicle
- Always check the underlying data — scores are a starting point, not the final word