GO ZEST IT!
GO ZEST IT!
GO ZEST IT!
Inspect any used car with confidence
Inspect any used car with confidence
Inspect any used car with confidence
Inspect any used car with confidence
Inspect any used car with confidence
LemonShield walks you through every step, from bumpers
to brakes, so you know exactly what you’re buying
LemonShield walks you through every step, from bumpers to brakes, so you know exactly what you’re buying
LemonShield walks you through every step, from bumpers to brakes, so you know exactly what you’re buying
Get your Zest Pass for
Get your Zest Pass for
exclusive perks!
exclusive perks!
How it works
How it works
How it works
How it works
How it works
Your DIY Inspection Journey, in 4 easy Steps
Your DIY Inspection Journey, in 4 easy Steps
Your DIY Inspection Journey, in 4 easy Steps
Your DIY Inspection Journey, in 4 easy Steps
ENTER
THE VIN
ENTER THE VIN
ENTER
THE VIN
ENTER
THE VIN
ENTER THE VIN
Drop in the vehicle’s info to kick things off. We’ll start peeling back the layers.
Drop in the vehicle’s info to kick things off. We’ll start peeling back the layers.
Drop in the vehicle’s info to kick things off. We’ll start peeling back the layers.
Drop in the vehicle’s info to kick things off. We’ll start peeling back the layers.
1
FOLLOW THE
INSPECTION
FOLLOW THE INSPECTION
FOLLOW THE
INSPECTION
FOLLOW THE
INSPECTION
FOLLOW THE INSPECTION
Follow our guide to check everything - from tires to rust - no car know-how needed.
Follow our guide to check everything - from tires to rust - no car know-how needed.
Follow our guide to check everything - from tires to rust - no car know-how needed.
Follow our guide to check everything - from tires to rust - no car know-how needed.
2
Get your citrus score
Get your citrus score
Get your citrus score
Get your citrus score
Get your citrus score
From lemon to lime,
we’ll show you at a
glance where your
ride stands.
From lemon to lime, we’ll show you at a glance where your ride stands.
From lemon to lime, we’ll show you at a glance where your ride stands.
From lemon to lime, we’ll show you at a glance where your ride stands.
3
ASSESS THE RISK
ASSESS THE RISK
ASSESS THE RISK
Use your results to weigh the deal, and know exactly whether to negotiate, walk away or seal it.
Use your results to weigh the deal, and know exactly whether to negotiate, walk away or seal it.
4
ASSESS THE RISK
ASSESS THE RISK
ASSESS THE RISK
Use your results to weigh the
deal, and know exactly whether
to negotiate, walk away or seal it.
Use your results to weigh the deal, and know exactly whether to negotiate, walk away or seal it.
4
How’s this car?
How’s this car?
How’s this car?
How’s this car?
How’s this car?
Let our Citrus Score show you
Let our Citrus Score show you
Let our Citrus Score show you
Let our Citrus Score show you
Let our Citrus Score show you
One glance at our Citrus Score and you’ll
know if that car’s the perfect squeeze...
or one to toss back in the basket
One glance at our Citrus
Score and you’ll know if that car’s the perfect squeeze...
or one to toss back in the basket
One glance at our Citrus
Score and you’ll know if that car’s the perfect squeeze...
or one to toss back in the basket
Lemon:
Critical - Major issues detected
Unsafe -
urgent / major repairs needed
Lemon:
Critical - Major issues detected
Unsafe -
urgent / major repairs needed
Lemon:
Critical - Major issues detected
Unsafe -
urgent / major repairs needed
Lemon:
Critical - Major issues detected
Unsafe -
urgent / major repairs needed
Lemon:
Critical - Major issues detected
Unsafe -
urgent / major repairs needed
Grapefruit:
Grapefruit:
Grapefruit:
Grapefruit:
Risky - Get to a mechanic
Risky - Get to a mechanic
Risky - Get to a mechanic
Risky - Get to a mechanic
$$$ -
$$$ -
High cost issues, need repairs
Orange:
Orange:
Orange:
Orange:
Fair - May need follow-up
Fair - May need follow-up
Fair - May need follow-up
Fair - May need follow-up
$$ -
$$ -
Maintenance expected soon
Yuzu:
Yuzu:
Yuzu:
Yuzu:
Good - Reliable, light wear
Good - Reliable, light wear
Good - Reliable, light wear
Good - Reliable, light wear
$ -
$ -
Minor repairs, overall reliable
Lime:
Lime:
Lime:
Lime:
Excellent condition
Excellent condition
Excellent condition
Excellent condition
Road-ready and low cost
When life gives you lemon... We help you dodge them
When life gives you lemon... We help you dodge them
When life gives you lemon... We help you dodge them
Which citrus are you?
Which citrus are you?
Which citrus are you?
Which citrus are you?
Which citrus are you?
Before you start your inspection, take our Pulp Fiction quiz to reveal your citrus identity — and see how LemonShield supports buyers just like you.
From Lemons to Limes:
From Lemons to Limes:
From Lemons to Limes:
From Lemons to Limes:
From Lemons to Limes:
How we flip the script for Buyers
How we flip the script for Buyers
See how LemonShield works for you
See how LemonShield works for you
Guided & Simple
Step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Guided & Simple
Step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Guided & Simple
Step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Guided & Simple
Clear, step-by-step questions with illustrations to explore every detail. No need to be a mechanic
Buyer-First, Always
We make money with you, not on you. We don’t answer to the industry—we work for you.
Transparent
We leave no detail unchecked. We handle the worry, you make the call.
Modern UX
A smooth, intuitive app you’ll actually enjoy using: fast, friendly, and built for today’s car buyers.
Current Condition
See the real state of the car right now. Not its past, not a sales pitch -the whole lemony picture.
Empowering
Gain the knowledge and confidence to make better decisions, negotiate like a pro, and drive away stronger.
Visual Scores
Instantly see a clear, honest score of the car’s condition.
Affordable
Only $14.99, compared to $150–$300 for a traditional mechanic inspection.
Pick your Squeeze
Pick your Squeeze
Pick your Squeeze
Pick your Squeeze
Pick your Squeeze
Our first version launches soon and inspections will start at $14.99 each, with bigger savings for our
Our first version launches soon and inspections will start at $14.99 each, with bigger savings for our
Our first version launches soon and inspections will start at $14.99 each, with bigger savings for our
Our first version launches soon and inspections will start at $14.99 each, with bigger savings for our
Our first version launches soon and inspections will start at $14.99 each, with bigger savings for our
ZEST PASS
ZEST PASS
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F.A.Q
F.A.Q
F.A.Q
F.A.Q
F.A.Q
01
What is LemonShield?
LemonShield helps you inspect and understand the real condition of a used car before buying it. Our guided checklist walks you through every step, from the body to the brakes, giving you a transparent Citrus Score which range from Lime (great) to Lemon (not so great).
02
How does the Citrus Score work?
03
Who is LemonShield for?
04
Do I need any special tools or experience?
05
Where can I use LemonShield?
01
What is LemonShield?
LemonShield helps you inspect and understand the real condition of a used car before buying it. Our guided checklist walks you through every step, from the body to the brakes, giving you a transparent Citrus Score which range from Lime (great) to Lemon (not so great).
02
How does the Citrus Score work?
03
Who is LemonShield for?
04
Do I need any special tools or experience?
05
Where can I use LemonShield?
01
What is LemonShield?
LemonShield helps you inspect and understand the real condition of a used car before buying it. Our guided checklist walks you through every step, from the body to the brakes, giving you a transparent Citrus Score which range from Lime (great) to Lemon (not so great).
02
How does the Citrus Score work?
03
Who is LemonShield for?
04
Do I need any special tools or experience?
05
Where can I use LemonShield?
01
What is LemonShield?
LemonShield helps you inspect and understand the real condition of a used car before buying it. Our guided checklist walks you through every step, from the body to the brakes, giving you a transparent Citrus Score which range from Lime (great) to Lemon (not so great).
02
How does the Citrus Score work?
03
Who is LemonShield for?
04
Do I need any special tools or experience?
05
Where can I use LemonShield?
01
What is LemonShield?
LemonShield helps you inspect and understand the real condition of a used car before buying it. Our guided checklist walks you through every step, from the body to the brakes, giving you a transparent Citrus Score which range from Lime (great) to Lemon (not so great).
02
How does the Citrus Score work?
03
Who is LemonShield for?
04
Do I need any special tools or experience?
05
Where can I use LemonShield?
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