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Keep dealers honest — let us find you the best deal on the market.

Trusted Central Queensland Brokers

Find YourCar.Skip theHassle.

We source, negotiate and deliver your perfect vehicle. Whether you're buying a car, selling for cash, or need finance — we handle the hard yards so you don't have to.

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CQ Car Brokers is Central Queensland's trusted car buying, selling, and finance service. Based in Rockhampton and serving Mackay, Gladstone, Emerald, and all of CQ, we find and negotiate cars Australia-wide for a flat fee of $500–$1,500. Our clients save an average of $3,000–$7,000 compared to dealership prices. We also offer cash-for-cars and car finance comparison from 30+ lenders. Rated 4.9 stars from 127+ verified reviews.

What Do You Need?

We've Got You Covered

Whether you're after your next ride, need to offload your current one, or want to sort out finance — we make it simple.

Buy a Car

Buy a Car

Your car, our legwork

Tell us what you want. We'll source it, negotiate the best price, and handle all the paperwork. You just pick up the keys.

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Cash for Cars

Cash for Cars

Get paid fast

Get an instant cash offer for your car. No listing, no waiting, no tyre-kickers. We buy your car directly and pay fast.

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Car Finance

Car Finance

Know your budget first

Not sure what you can afford? Get pre-approved fast and shop with confidence knowing your budget upfront.

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How It Works

Simple as 1-2-3-4

No runarounds. No wasted weekends. Just results.

Transparent Pricing

How Much Does a Car Broker Cost?

One of the most common questions we hear. Unlike dealerships that hide their margin in the sale price, we charge a simple flat fee with no surprises.

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Flat Broker Fee

$500 - $1,500

Agreed upfront before we start. No hidden costs, no dealer commissions. Our fee depends on the complexity of your search.

  • Australia-wide vehicle search
  • Price negotiation with sellers
  • PPSR & history checks
  • Inspection coordination
  • Delivery to your door in CQ

Average Client Savings

$3,000 - $7,000

After our fee, most clients still save thousands compared to buying direct from a dealer. We access wholesale pricing not available to the public.

Real example: A Rockhampton client paid $990 broker fee and saved $5,200 on a Toyota Hilux compared to the best local dealer price.

Broker vs Dealership

TransparencyFlat fee vs hidden margin
Search RangeAustralia-wide vs local stock
NegotiationWe work for you, not the seller
Your TimeSave 20-40 hours
Net Savings$3,000-$7,000 after fee
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What People Say

Real Results, Real People

Join 500+ Central Queenslanders who've saved time and money with us.

Rockhampton
2 weeks ago

"Saved me $4,500 on a Hilux I'd been hunting for months. They found it in 3 days. Absolute legends."

Toyota Hilux SR5
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Mark K.
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Rockhampton
Mackay
1 month ago

"Sold my old Commodore without a single tyre-kicker showing up at my house. Worth every cent."

Holden Commodore SS
SJ
Sarah J.
Verified
Mackay
Gladstone
3 weeks ago

"Finance sorted in 24 hours, car delivered the same week. These guys don't muck around."

Ford Ranger Wildtrak
TP
Tom P.
Verified
Gladstone
Emerald
2 months ago

"Living in Emerald, I thought I'd have to travel to Brisbane for a decent deal. CQ Car Brokers brought the deals to me. Saved heaps!"

Isuzu D-Max
DM
Dave M.
Verified
Emerald
Rockhampton
1 week ago

"First time using a car broker and I'm blown away. No pushy salespeople, just honest advice. Got exactly what I wanted."

Mazda CX-5
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Lisa W.
Verified
Rockhampton
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Service Areas

Serving Central Queensland

We help buyers and car owners across Central Queensland find the perfect deal.

FAQ

Car Broker Costs & Fees

Everything you need to know about what car brokers charge and whether it's worth it.

Car broker fees in Australia typically range from $500 to $2,000 depending on the type of vehicle and level of service. At CQ Car Brokers, we charge a transparent flat fee agreed upfront, usually between $500 and $1,500. There are never any hidden costs, commissions from dealers, or surprise charges.

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Car brokerage fees vary by provider, but most reputable brokers charge a flat fee rather than a percentage. Our fees range from $500 for a straightforward search to $1,500 for complex sourcing requirements. This fee covers Australia-wide searching, price negotiation, PPSR checks, mechanical inspection coordination, and delivery arrangement.

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Some car brokers earn commissions from dealerships, which can create a conflict of interest. At CQ Car Brokers, we are independent and do not accept dealer commissions. Our only payment is the flat fee you agree to upfront. This means our only incentive is to get you the best deal possible, not to steer you toward a particular dealer.

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In most cases, yes. Our clients save an average of $3,000-$7,000 compared to the advertised dealership price, even after accounting for our broker fee. We access wholesale pricing, negotiate harder than most individuals can, and search Australia-wide to find the best deal, not just what's on the local lot.

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Our flat broker fee includes a full Australia-wide vehicle search, price negotiation with dealers and private sellers, PPSR (Personal Property Securities Register) check, coordination of independent mechanical inspection, all paperwork handling, and delivery arrangement to your door in Central Queensland. The only additional costs are the vehicle price itself and any third-party inspection fees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our car broker fee is a flat rate agreed upfront before we start searching, typically between $500 and $1,500 depending on the service. There are no hidden costs or surprise charges. Most clients save $3,000-$7,000 on the purchase price alone, so the broker fee pays for itself many times over.

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Unlike dealerships that build margin into the sale price, a car broker charges a transparent flat fee. You know exactly what you're paying for our service. On average, our clients in Central Queensland save $3,000-$7,000 compared to buying from a dealer, even after our fee is taken into account.

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Yes. Our flat broker fee typically saves you thousands more than it costs. Beyond the price savings, you save 20-40 hours of your own time searching, inspecting, and negotiating. We also provide PPSR checks, mechanical inspections, and handle all paperwork. Over 500 Central Queensland clients have trusted us with a 4.9-star Google rating.

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It depends on how specific your requirements are. Common vehicles can often be found within a few days. Rare or specific models may take a couple of weeks. We'll give you a realistic timeline when we understand what you're looking for.

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Absolutely. As car finance brokers, we compare rates from 30+ lenders to find the best deal for your situation. We can get you pre-approved before you start shopping, so you know your budget upfront and can move quickly when we find the right car.

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We service all of Central Queensland including Rockhampton, Mackay, Gladstone, and surrounding areas. We can source vehicles from anywhere in Australia and arrange delivery to your location.

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Yes! We offer a full sell service where we handle the advertising, enquiries, inspections, and negotiations. You avoid the hassle of dealing with tyre-kickers and time-wasters.

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