Online searches for sports cars on carmax.com have increased since August, reports CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars. According to carmax.com, online searches for sports cars increased six percent in September from the previous month.

The most searched car on carmax.com for the month of September was the popular Ford Mustang sports car. Rounding out the top five searched sport cars were:

1. Ford Mustang

2. Chevrolet Corvette

3. Nissan 350Z

4. Chevrolet Camaro

5. BMW M3

“Sports cars remain an American classic,” said Craig Beiner, purchasing manager for CarMax in Virginia Beach, Virginia. "Consumers may now be feeling more comfortable with the idea of getting a ‘fun’ vehicle that has an enduring appeal."

The CarMax website can be used to research information on new and used cars of various makes and models. The website showcases vehicles with multiple photos, the no-haggle price, and information on features, options, fuel economy and customer reviews.

About CarMax

CarMax, a Fortune 500 company and one of the Fortune 2009 “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., CarMax currently operates 100 used car superstores in 46 markets. The CarMax consumer offer is structured around four core equities: low, no-haggle prices; a broad selection; high quality vehicles; and customer-friendly service. During the fiscal year ended February 28, 2009, the company retailed 345,465 used vehicles and sold 194,081 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.