The automotive shopping experience has evolved far beyond traditional showroom visits. Discerning buyers seeking rare performance packages, low-mileage European luxury models, or pristine exotic sports cars frequently look outside their local geography to find the exact vehicle specifications they desire.

At Autos of Chicago, located at 1555 East Rand Road in Arlington Heights, IL, our digital retail platform allows out-of-state buyers and busy Chicagoland drivers to purchase their next vehicle 100% online. From high-definition digital walk-arounds to door-to-door enclosed transport, here is how our virtual buying and delivery process operates.

The Complete 4-Step Virtual Buying Experience

Buying a car remotely should be transparent and reassuring. Our dedicated digital team guides you through every milestone:

Step 1: High-Definition Virtual Inspection & Walk-Around
Review 50+ high-resolution photographs, full unedited vehicle history records, and schedule a live FaceTime or video walk-around using our virtual test drive portal. Learn more about digital vehicle verification in our guide on how our virtual buying works.
Step 2: Uncompromised CARFAX History Analysis
Every vehicle in our inventory includes a complete CARFAX® vehicle history report. We encourage remote shoppers to read our educational guide on decoding a CARFAX report to review maintenance records and structural status.
Step 3: Secure Encrypted Digital Paperwork
Complete your auto financing application online via our secure credit approval form. We FedEx formal closing documents directly to your door for fast, secure signatures.
Step 4: Fully Insured Nationwide Door-to-Door Delivery
Our logistics department coordinates direct, fully insured vehicle transport to your driveway anywhere in the continental United States through our dedicated shipping and delivery service.

Virtual vs. Traditional Car Buying Comparison

Buying Stage	Autos of Chicago Virtual Buying	Traditional Showroom Purchase
Vehicle Inspection	4K Live Video Walk-Around, paint depth scans, high-res photo gallery	In-person visual inspection on lot
Time Commitment	15–20 minutes of digital document review from home	3–5 hours spent waiting at the dealership
Delivery Method	Enclosed or open carrier delivered straight to your driveway nationwide	Drive home from the lot

💡 Out-of-State Buyer Support:

Purchasing from outside Illinois? Review our dedicated out-of-state shopping guide to learn how state tax reciprocity, temp tags, and title transfers are handled automatically by our team. Protect your remote investment by bundling an extended vehicle protection plan that is honored at any certified repair facility nationwide.