What CRACTT weighs
Model-year timing
Outgoing-model discounts against the refresh you'd give up.
Incentive cycle
Manufacturer rebates, financing offers, and quarter-end dealer targets.
Financing cost
The rate you qualify for versus a cash-back alternative.
Trade-in value
Whether your current car's value is rising or falling while you wait.
FAQ
- Does it work for used cars?
- Yes — used pricing follows its own seasonal pattern and CRACTT accounts for it.
- Can it check a specific quote?
- Paste the out-the-door numbers and it tells you where the padding is.
More CRACTT tools
- Should I repair or replace my car?
- Should I buy or lease a car?
- How much car can I afford?
- Is this a good used car deal?
- Should I buy an electric car?
- Should I buy it?