I am trying to help someone buy a new Silverado.

What is the best way to search all dealerships within a specific radius? So far, I've just been going from one dealership's website to the next one and it seems like there should be an easier way to do this. Do you have any suggestions?

thanks

 

They are all independent. Someone has to do the work to gather the info for you, and they probably won't do it for free.
One such broker is autotrader.com

 

I would get the emails of several dealerships and send them an email with exactly what you want and ask for pricing. See who wants to do business. The last time I bought a Jeep I walked out of three dealerships before finally finding the right dealer and jeep. Also, do the research ahead of time. Know what you/your friend wants as far as trim level, options, etc. I've been taken by dealerships when younger, and now I show no mercy... (they still make money off me of course)