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● Public beta
VEHICLE DECISION DESK

Repair it or replace it?

Get an independent answer in 60 seconds—before you approve an expensive repair or take on another car payment.

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Public beta: Don’t enter names, addresses, license plates, or other personal information. Your progress stays on this device; anonymous usage and submitted feedback help improve the tool.
1Vehicle
2Damage
3Options
4Decision
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See what your answer will look like

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Add any risk details

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Warning signs after the incident

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Compare the alternative

Use the real out-the-door amount—not the advertised price.

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Good decision rule: a repair must earn its money back through dependable additional life—not merely cost less than another vehicle.

YOUR INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT

Replace the vehicle

86confidence
Risk-adjusted repair$0Estimate plus hidden-damage exposure
Repair-to-value ratio0%Target is generally below 40%
Replacement payment$0/mo$0 estimated interest
Financial pressure0/10
Mechanical risk0/10
Safety concern0/10
Evidence quality0/7

Why this is the stronger decision

    Your next three moves

      What could change this decision?

        This is decision support, not a mechanical inspection, insurance opinion, or guarantee. Confirm safety issues with a qualified technician.
        FOUNDING-USER PILOT

        A clearer decision before you spend thousands.

        HomeBase turns repair estimates, vehicle condition, hidden-damage risks, and replacement financing into one independent decision report.

        Planned founding price
        $4.99one time

        Complete decision report

        • Repair, replace, or pause and verify
        • Plain-language reasons and risk flags
        • Questions to take to the shop or dealer
        • Printable summary of the decision

        No charge today. Founding access will open only after the beta meets its quality targets.

        Sample output

        Pause and verify the damage

        A preliminary estimate plus cooling-system warning signs creates too much uncertainty to authorize the full repair.

        Financial pressure5/10
        Mechanical risk8/10
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        Terms & limitations

        HomeBase provides educational decision support based on the information entered. It is not a mechanical inspection, safety certification, appraisal, insurance determination, credit offer, legal advice, or financial advice. Verify vehicle safety with a qualified technician and confirm financing terms with the lender before acting.

        Founding-pilot promise

        When paid access begins, the checkout will show the final price and refund terms before purchase. Our planned founding offer is one report for $4.99 with a refund option if the report cannot be produced or is materially unusable.