Car Trader Simulator is a business management simulation developed by Live Motion Games and published by PlayWay S.A. and Live Motion Games. Players operate an American car dealership, navigating a non-linear campaign that branches into 27 distinct story paths based on executive decisions. The gameplay loop centers on sourcing vehicles through internet auctions, managing logistics via a district-based map system, and negotiating direct sales with customers. Success requires balancing profit margins against reputation while choosing between legitimate business expansion or illicit "mafia" activities, such as vehicle theft and deceptive repair practices.
The game utilizes a database of over 1,000 real car photographs covering various models, vintages, and color combinations. Management mechanics extend to hiring specialized staff with varying skill levels and salary requirements to automate transport and repairs. Three difficulty settings dictate the level of simulation depth, with the veteran mode removing all hints and guidance to force reliance on economic intuition. Random events and a dynamic auction system, where competitors bid in real-time, create a volatile market environment. This title prioritizes hard economic strategy over manual mechanical repair.
