Illustrative Case Study

How a Michigan Dealer Could Save $400K in 90 Days

A hypothetical example of the results data-driven buying can deliver — based on realistic dealer scenarios using AutoMarketScope

Note: This is an illustrative scenario based on realistic dealer outcomes, not a verified customer testimonial. Results will vary based on market conditions, inventory strategy, and execution.

$400K

Savings in 90 Days

60%

Reduction in 60+ Day Inventory

Low

Average Competition Pressure

35%

Increased Inventory Turnover

About Stevens Auto Group

Stevens Auto Group is a family-owned dealership operating 3 locations across Michigan. With 120 employees and $45M in annual revenue, they specialize in quality used vehicles for budget-conscious buyers. Before AutoMarketScope, they were struggling with aged inventory eating into their margins.

The Challenge

Mike Stevens, the owner, knew they had a problem. "We were paying $15,000 per month in floor plan interest on units that weren't moving. About 40% of our acquisitions sat for 60+ days. We were guessing at auctions and consistently losing to competitors on the hot models."

✗High aged inventory costing $15k/month in floor plan interest
✗Guessing on acquisitions - 40% of purchases sat 60+ days
✗Competitors consistently beating them to hot models
✗No visibility into market demand trends

The AutoMarketScope Solution

Stevens Auto Group implemented AutoMarketScope in January 2024. Setup took just 10 minutes — enter your market area and you're live. No integrations, no uploads, no data entry. Within a week, they were using the AI Buy List for every acquisition decision.

Implemented AutoMarketScope AI Buy List - prioritized by real demand scores
Set up daily alerts for demand surges and competitor gaps
Used competition pressure signals to avoid crowded inventory
Leveraged price recommendations to stay competitive at auctions

The Results

The impact was immediate and measurable. Within 30 days, Stevens saw a dramatic reduction in aged inventory. By day 90, the numbers spoke for themselves:

1Cut 60+ day inventory from 45 units to 18 units in first month
2Reduced competition pressure from elevated to low in core inventory segments
3Saved $400k in avoided aged inventory losses
4Increased gross profit per unit by 12% through smarter buying

"AutoMarketScope turned buying from a gamble into a science. The Buy List became our daily stand-up. We don't make a single acquisition decision without checking the demand score first."

Mike Stevens, Owner, Stevens Auto Group

Key Takeaways

Speed Matters

Results visible in 30 days, not months

Data Beats Gut

AI predictions were 90% accurate vs 55% gut feel

Daily Habits

Buy List reviews became part of morning routine

Competitive Edge

Acting on alerts before competitors was game-changing

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