Buying a pre-owned car in the UAE can be a very complex procedure. However, it is now easier because of Cariva, the brand new car dealership on Damascus Street, Dubai, which opened its doors on November 19.
Part of the A.A AI Moosa Enterprises, Cariva is a UAE-based pre-owned car retail platform that features a curated selection of over 100+ make and models, all under one roof. From BMW’s to Mercedes Benz and Hyndai, the dealership has a diverse range of used cars at the experience center.
“I always say, ‘in used cars, no second car is the same’. Every car is unique on its own,” said Harshvardhan Singh, Business Head at Cariva.
“We are the first and only ones in the market, who sell cars with the agency warranty. Agency warranty here means the actual manufacturer warranty, not Cariva or a third-party warranty,” he added.
Singh also added that transparency with the customer about the history of the car is one of the most important characteristics of Cariva. “We are very transparent. Even if there have been minor accidents,” he added.
The launch also showcased the various perks of purchasing a pre-owned car from Cariva, including the best, one-of-a-kind service for customers – ‘Drive Now, Buy Later.’ This service offers the customer a flexible ownership of the car for up to 4 weeks.
During this service, the customer is offered some of the best perks including a manufacturer-backed warranty for free, end-to-end support including finance, insurance and registration and government-authorised inspections, before the customer can make their decision, “which is usually a yes because of the transparency between them and Cariva,” added Singh.
Cariva not only puts the customer first but also focuses on two other pillars – digital transformation and operational expansion which will include virtual showrooms and AI-driven pricing across the UAE in the future. These expansions can help customers reserve cars online, apply for financing, purchase the insurance and have the car delivered to their doorstep for a test drive.
Singh also mentions Cariva’s commitment to sustainability and social impact, where every purchase contributes to positive community and environmental outcomes including tree-planting, automotive recycling and vocational training.
