To get a tablet in Used Cars Simulator, you must purchase it from the Eggplant Store. It is not locked behind mandatory story quest progression; developer DreamWay Games confirmed that players can simply find the Eggplant Store marked on the map and buy a tablet directly.
Having a tablet allows you to manage your garage operations remotely rather than walking back to the desktop computer in your shed.
Where to Find the Tablet
The tablet is sold exclusively at the Eggplant Store, an electronics retailer introduced to the game world in Weekly Update 18.
- Open your in-game map.
- Locate the icon for the Eggplant Store.
- Travel to the shop and head inside to the electronics display table.
- Interact with the tablet display to choose your model and complete the purchase.
In addition to tablets, the Eggplant Store also stocks digital cameras, another essential tool for your car dealership business.
Tablet Prices and Durability
The Eggplant Store offers tablets across multiple price tiers. While all tablets share the same general interface, their durability varies significantly based on how much money you spend. Lower-cost units degrade much faster with regular use.
| Tablet Tier | Purchase Price | Condition / Durability Behavior |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Tablet | $750 | Degrades the fastest during routine use |
| Mid-Tier Tablet | $4,000 | Improved durability over the entry-level model |
| High-End Tablet | $9,000 | Longest lasting with the slowest degradation rate |
If you are just starting your business in your shed, the $750 model offers an affordable entry point. However, once your cash flow improves from flipping vehicles, upgrading to the $4,000 or $9,000 model reduces the need for frequent replacements.
What Does the Tablet Do?
The tablet serves as a portable version of the stationary desktop computer found inside your workshop shed and other owned player properties. Carrying one in your inventory enables you to perform core business tasks anywhere on the map:
- Browse UsedBay: Order used car parts and replacement components on the fly without returning to base.
- List Cars for Sale: Put repaired and customized vehicles up on the market immediately after finishing work or snapping photos.
- Manage Inventory: Check vehicle statuses and listings while out exploring the open world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to complete story quests to unlock the tablet?
No. Story progression is not required to unlock the tablet. As confirmed by the development team on the official Steam discussion boards, players can drive to the Eggplant Store on the map at any time and buy one if they have the funds.
What is the difference between the $750 tablet and the $9,000 tablet?
The difference comes down to condition and durability. Game wiki data notes that the $750 tablet will degrade substantially faster than the $4,000 and $9,000 alternatives. All models share the primary function of acting as a mobile computer.
