DoneDeal’s new ChatGPT Car‑Finder lets you search Ireland’s biggest used‑car marketplace with plain‑English prompts directly inside ChatGPT. After linking your DoneDeal account, just type a request—like “show me two‑door hatchbacks under €10,000 in Dublin”—and the AI returns matching listings instantly, eliminating the need for filters or endless scrolling while saving you time.
How the ChatGPT Car‑Finder Works
Linking Your Account
First, you connect your DoneDeal profile to ChatGPT. The process takes a few seconds and requires you to grant permission for the AI to access your saved preferences. Once linked, the chatbot recognizes the @DoneDeal tag and activates the car‑search engine.
Conversational Search in Action
Simply type a natural‑language query—such as “show me low‑km SUVs with a sunroof under €15,000 near Cork”—and the system translates your intent into precise filters. The results appear in a chat bubble, letting you ask follow‑up questions like “what’s the mileage on the 2018 Toyota Corolla?” without leaving the conversation.
Benefits for Buyers
Faster Decision Making
By removing the need to navigate multiple dropdowns, the AI speeds up the research phase. You get a curated list of matches within seconds, which shortens the overall buying cycle and helps you compare options more efficiently.
Mobile‑First, Voice‑Enabled Experience
Because the interaction happens inside ChatGPT, you can use it on any device that supports the app, including smartphones and voice assistants. This flexibility means you’ll never be tied to a desktop screen again.
Impact on Dealers
Wider Exposure
All 60,000 vehicle listings become searchable by a global AI audience, extending visibility beyond DoneDeal’s traditional traffic. Dealers can reach potential buyers who prefer conversational interfaces over classic web searches.
Preparing AI‑Friendly Listings
To make the most of the chatbot, ensure your titles, descriptions, and metadata are clear and standardized. Consistent data helps the AI interpret queries accurately and present your vehicles at the top of the results.
What to Expect Next
Adoption Challenges
Success hinges on how quickly you trust the AI’s suggestions. If the chatbot consistently delivers up‑to‑date, accurate listings, you’ll likely adopt it as a daily tool for both first‑time purchases and seasoned hunting.
Future Marketplace Possibilities
DoneDeal’s experiment could inspire other Irish marketplaces—like property portals or equipment exchanges—to embed their catalogs in large language models. For now, the ChatGPT Car‑Finder offers a fresh, conversational way to browse, proving that AI can coexist with traditional e‑commerce.
