Car Dealer Simulator: Prologue - Early Days

Car Dealer Simulator: Prologue - Early Days

Released Jan 2025

Free introduction to the full Car Dealer Simulator game takes you on a journey from being Little Sam’s assistant to owning the business. Discover deals, buy low, repair cars, and sell them for a profit.

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Released, but still in active development
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Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Car Dealer Simulator: Prologue – Early Days is a free standalone prologue serving as an introduction to the full Car Dealer Simulator game. The prologue itself is a finished product, but it is published under the same Steam news feed as the full game, which is under extremely active development. Garage Monkeys has maintained a very high update cadence throughout mid-2026. In the most recent weeks alone, the full game received: an Online Car Sales system (July 24, 2026), a two-shift employee schedule system (August 1, 2026), the Ardena Vesper luxury car model (August 9, 2026), windshield damage mechanics (August 15, 2026), previews of a vehicle transport automation platform described as arriving "very soon" (August 16, 2026), a new warehouse employee position and expanded employee features (August 26, 2026), and an additional new car model — the Zen Motors Elevate — shipped on August 28, 2026 (today). On August 21, 2026, the developer announced that a significant map expansion adding a new city is in development, with ongoing devlogs promising more reveals. This is unshipped content explicitly confirmed to be in the works. Anyone considering Car Dealer Simulator through this prologue should be aware that the full game is in a very active period of development, with new features, cars, and a major map expansion all confirmed as upcoming.
Evidence
New car model — the Zen Motors Elevate — added to the full game in today's update, alongside multiple bug fixes.
news post · Aug 28, 2026 source content shipped
high
New warehouse employee position added, receptionist given new abilities, and employee shift system expanded in the full game update.
news post · Aug 26, 2026 source content shipped
high

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Details

Developer
Publisher
Garage Monkeys
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

Car Dealer Simulator Early Days is a free prologue to the full Car Dealer Simulator game.

Little Sam, the quirky owner of the business, will introduce you to its secrets. He’s not great at keeping things in order, so your task is to buy low, fix up, and sell high. In the full game, if you handle the initial tasks well, you’ll have the chance to take over the business, and then…

Everything will be in your hands! Build a business that fulfills your customers’ automotive fantasies. From budget-friendly cars to extravagant rides, seize opportunities, hire the best, provide excellent service, and maximize profits. Grow your company day by day.

The key to achieving high profits lies in negotiating when buying old cars. Look for great deals, and during price haggling, stay firm and professional.

Not all purchased cars are in working condition, so you’ll need to use a tow truck to transport them.

Every car requires diagnostics and preparation before being sold. At Little Sam’s request, you’ll perform your first mechanical and bodywork repairs. In the prologue, the available tools are quite limited.

Presenting a car to the customer requires a few tricks. Washing, good photos, and an engaging advertisement will be your allies. Little Sam will guide you through tasks such as washing, taking photos, and creating a sales listing. Remember, customers buy with their eyes, so use the shine of the paint, a full tank, and quality photos to your advantage.

Your profits will allow you to continually grow your company. In the prologue, you’ll have the chance to upgrade the car wash, while in the full game, you’ll unlock additional tools, repair zones, and the customer service office.

Last evaluated Aug 28, 2026
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