Web platformClassifieds, jobs & resale
arabam.com is a leading Turkish car classifieds site, comparable to AutoTrader or mobile.de. Sites like this focus on users looking for the right price and a reliable vehicle in one of life's biggest purchases. Filters that go down to make, model, trim and equipment, vehicle valuation tools, inspection and damage history information and professional listing management for dealers come together. Vertical expertise delivers a deeper, more trustworthy experience than general classifieds sites.
To build something similar you need a vehicle database with the make, model, year and trim hierarchy, dynamic listing forms and filters built on it, a valuation engine that estimates prices from market data, a dealer panel and bulk listing integration. Partner integrations for vehicle inspections, damage history checks and car finance, plus an admin panel covering moderation and package management, are built.
How arabam.com works: the core user flow
How many apps and dashboards do you need?
User website and mobile app
Buyers search for cars, compare values and contact sellers; private sellers post listings.
Dealer panel
Dealers upload their stock in bulk and manage listing packages and incoming enquiries.
Admin panel
The vehicle database, listing moderation, packages, partners and reports are managed.
Critical features of a product like arabam.com
Make-model-trim database
Year, body type, engine and equipment trim details come as ready-made options, so listing forms are filled in without errors.
Vehicle valuation engine
An estimated market value is calculated from similar listings and historical data based on mileage, year and damage status.
Inspection and damage information
Repainted and replaced panels are marked on a vehicle diagram, and inspection reports from partners can be attached to the listing.
Dealer stock integration
Dealers upload their full stock via XML or API, and sold vehicles are unpublished automatically.
Price changes and alerts
Notifications are sent when a tracked listing's price drops or a new listing matches saved search criteria.
Finance and insurance referrals
Listing pages refer users to finance and insurance offers from licensed providers; credit decisions and offers rest entirely with those providers.
What goes into the first version, what comes later
First version (MVP)
- Make-model-trim database and listing form
- Detailed filtered search and listing pages
- Repainted and replaced panel diagram
- Messaging, favourites and saved search alerts
- Dealer accounts and listing packages
Later releases
- Vehicle valuation engine
- Dealer XML and API integration
- Inspection and damage history partnerships
- Instant sell-your-car and part-exchange offer flow
Modules and how the budget is calculated
The budget is calculated with 360 SOFT’s pricing model from the modules below, about 34 screens and the project’s complexity: roughly 196 person-days for the full scope and 127 person-days for the first version. Every module you drop lowers the budget directly.
| Module | Phase |
|---|---|
| Sign-up, login, social login | First version |
| User profile and settings | First version |
| Admin dashboard | First version |
| Roles and permissions | First version |
| Product / content catalogue | First version |
| Advanced search and filters | First version |
| Real-time messaging | First version |
| File, photo, video upload | First version |
| Online payments (Stripe / PSP) | First version |
| Subscriptions and recurring billing | First version |
| Email / SMS notifications | First version |
| Push notifications | First version |
| AI features (LLM, RAG, recommendations) | Later release |
| Third-party API integration | First version |
| Reporting and analytics | Later release |
Hosting, SMS, map APIs, app store accounts and payment-provider fees are separate items. Maintenance and improvements (optional): €650 / month. We send a fixed written price within 24 hours after a free discovery call.
The hard parts
Keeping the vehicle database current
New models and trims come out every year; if the database is not kept up to date, listings are entered incorrectly and filters break.
Valuation accuracy
Price estimates based on insufficient data are misleading; they should be presented carefully until enough listing data has built up.
Fake listings and deposit scams
Verification, price deviation detection and user warnings are needed against unrealistically cheap car listings.
Business model
The main revenue comes from monthly listing packages sold to dealers, along with showcase and featured options. Paid boosts can be offered on private listings. Referral commissions from finance, insurance and inspection partners, reporting valuation data to business clients and ad placements are additional revenue lines.
Get a free quote for your project
Let us scope it together and send a fixed written quote within 24 hours. NDA on request; you own the source code.
Choosing a company to build an app like arabam.com
Most people searching “website like arabam” are really looking for a reliable app development company. When comparing quotes, check four things:
- Can you try similar products they have shipped, in the stores or live?
- Are the source code, design files, servers and store accounts transferred to you by contract?
- Do they show a working demo every two weeks, with written scope and acceptance criteria?
- Are maintenance, scaling and GDPR/security costs written into the quote?
Copyright and trademarks
A business model and features are generally not protected on their own, but the arabam.com name, logo, interface design, content and source code are. That is why we build a product with similar functionality but your own brand, design and code. This is not legal advice; we recommend a trademark search before launch.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to build a website like arabam.com?
A first version with a vehicle database, listing forms, filtered search and dealer accounts can be ready within a few months. The valuation engine and partner integrations come in later phases.
Where can we get make and model data?
A vehicle database can be bought from licensed data providers or built and maintained by your team. Either way, an annual update process should be planned.
Are there copyright or trademark issues?
The car classifieds business model is free to use; names, logos, design, content and code cannot be copied. This is not legal advice.
What should I look for in a software company?
Choose a team with experience in classifieds platforms, large-scale search and data analysis. Ask for concrete examples of how they would manage dealer integrations.
