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Major Carvana (CVNA) holder details 22.9% stake and $450–$500 covered calls

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Carvana Co.’s major shareholder Ernest C. Garcia II and his entities report updated holdings and a new options arrangement. Garcia is deemed to beneficially own 42,442,317 Class A shares on an as-converted basis, representing 22.9% of the Class A common stock outstanding as of April 27, 2026. These holdings include shares owned directly by Garcia and by ECG II SPE, LLC and ECG II SPE II, LLC, which he wholly owns and controls.

The amendment adds E-SPE II as a reporting person and describes a covered call transaction between E-SPE and Citibank on 4,000,000 Class A shares. The European-style options are exercisable only on May 21, 2027, allowing Citibank to purchase 2,000,000 shares at $450.00 per share and 2,000,000 shares at $500.00 per share. The options are secured by pledged Paired Interests in Carvana Group units and Class B shares, while Garcia retains voting and investment power over the pledged securities subject to the pledge terms.

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Filing updates Garcia’s 22.9% Carvana stake and discloses a large covered call with Citibank.

Ernest C. Garcia II and his entities report beneficial ownership of 42,442,317 Class A shares on an as-converted basis, or 22.9% of outstanding Class A shares as of April 27, 2026. This confirms his role as a significant long-term holder.

The amendment details a covered call option sold by ECG II SPE, LLC to Citibank on 4,000,000 Class A shares, split between strikes of $450.00 and $500.00 per share, European-style and exercisable only on May 21, 2027. The options are fully collateralized by Paired Interests and backed by a guarantee from Garcia.

Garcia retains voting and dispositive power over the pledged securities subject to pledge restrictions. The transaction structures potential future share sales at high preset prices but does not itself change current outstanding share count; its eventual impact depends on share-price levels and option exercise at maturity.

Beneficial ownership 42,442,317 Class A shares Beneficially owned on an as-converted basis by Garcia and entities
Ownership percentage 22.9% of Class A shares Based on 143,257,677 Class A shares outstanding as of April 27, 2026
Shares outstanding 143,257,677 Class A shares Outstanding as of April 27, 2026
Covered call size 4,000,000 Class A shares Underlying shares for covered call options sold to Citibank
Call strike prices $450.00 and $500.00 per share 2,000,000 shares at each strike, European-style options
Option expiration date May 21, 2027 European-style covered call options exercisable only on this date
Pledged Paired Interests 5,000,000 Class A Units and 4,000,000 Class B shares Collateral pledged to Citibank under Security and Control Agreement
E-SPE II Class B holdings 4,000,000 Class B shares Owned by ECG II SPE II, LLC; 0 Class A shares
beneficially owned financial
"Aggregate amount beneficially owned by each reporting person 42,442,317.00"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
covered call options financial
"sold to Citibank covered call options with respect to 4,000,000 shares"
Covered call options are a strategy where an investor sells call options on shares they already own, receiving a payment (premium) now and agreeing to sell those shares at a set price if the buyer exercises the option. It matters because it can create steady income and provide a small cushion against losses, but it limits how much profit you can make if the stock rises sharply—like earning rent by leasing out a house while giving up the chance to sell it at a higher price later.
European-style options financial
"The Call Option is comprised of European-style options exercisable only on May 21, 2027"
A European-style option is a contract that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset only on a specific expiry date rather than at any time before then. For investors this matters because it limits when you can act—think of it like a concert ticket valid only on the event day—which affects how the option is priced, how you manage risk, and which trading strategies are appropriate.
Paired Interests financial
"pledge to Citibank of Paired Interests consisting of 5,000,000 Class A Units"
Security and Control Agreement financial
"pursuant to that certain Security and Control Agreement, dated as of May 9, 2025"
Master Terms and Conditions for Call Option Transactions financial
"under the Master Terms and Conditions for Call Option Transactions, dated as of May 9, 2025"





146869102

(CUSIP Number)
Ernest C. Garcia II
c/o Verde Investments, Inc., 1720 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Suite A
Tempe, AZ, 85281
(602) 778-5000

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
04/29/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
All share numbers on these cover pages are presented as shares of Class A common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the "Class A Shares") of Carvana Co., a Delaware corporation (the "Issuer"), on an as-converted basis from Class A common units ("Class A Units") of Carvana Group, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Carvana Group") and subsidiary of the Issuer, as further described herein. The number reported in rows 7, 9 and 11 is comprised of the Class A Shares held by: (i) Ernest C. Garcia II ("Mr. Garcia") (34,442,317 shares on an as-converted basis), (ii) ECG II SPE, LLC ("E-SPE") (4,000,000 shares on an as-converted basis), which Mr. Garcia wholly owns and controls, and (iii) ECG II SPE II, LLC ("E-SPE II") (4,000,000 shares on an as-converted basis), which Mr. Garcia wholly owns and controls. The number in row 13 is based on 143,257,677 Class A Shares outstanding as of April 27, 2026, and assuming the conversion of all Class A Units of Carvana Group held by Mr. Garcia into Class A Shares, in accordance with Rule 13d-3 of the Act.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
All share numbers on these cover pages presented as Class A Shares on an as-converted basis from Class A Units of Carvana Group, as further described herein. Beneficial ownership of the Class A Shares owned by E-SPE is also attributable to Mr. Garcia, as the sole member of E-SPE, and is therefore reported by more than one reporting person pursuant to Rule 13d-3 under the Act. Please refer to Item 5 of this Schedule 13D for a description of the covered call transaction entered into by E-SPE. The number in row 13 is based on 143,257,677 Class A Shares outstanding as of April 27, 2026, and assuming the conversion of all Class A Units of Carvana Group owned by E-SPE into Class A Shares, in accordance with Rule 13d-3 of the Act.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
All share numbers on these cover pages presented as Class A Shares on an as-converted basis from Class A Units of Carvana Group, as further described herein. Beneficial ownership of the Class A Shares owned by E-SPE II is also attributable to Mr. Garcia, as the sole member of E-SPE II, and is therefore reported by more than one reporting person pursuant to Rule 13d-3 under the Act. The number in row 13 is based on 143,257,677 Class A Shares outstanding as of April 27, 2026, and assuming the conversion of all Class A Units of Carvana Group owned by E-SPE II into Class A Shares, in accordance with Rule 13d-3 of the Act.


SCHEDULE 13D


Ernest C. Garcia II
Signature:/s/ Ernest C. Garcia II
Name/Title:Ernest C. Garcia II
Date:05/01/2026
ECG II SPE, LLC
Signature:/s/ Ernest C. Garcia II
Name/Title:Ernest C. Garcia II, President
Date:05/01/2026
ECG II SPE II, LLC
Signature:/s/ Ernest C. Garcia II
Name/Title:Ernest C. Garcia II, President
Date:05/01/2026

FAQ

How many Carvana (CVNA) shares does Ernest C. Garcia II beneficially own?

Ernest C. Garcia II is deemed to beneficially own 42,442,317 Carvana Class A shares on an as-converted basis. This includes shares held directly and through ECG II SPE, LLC and ECG II SPE II, LLC, reflecting a major ownership position in the company’s equity structure.

What percentage of Carvana (CVNA) Class A stock does Garcia’s group hold?

The reporting persons state they beneficially own 22.9% of Carvana’s Class A common stock. This percentage is calculated using 143,257,677 Class A shares outstanding as of April 27, 2026 and assuming conversion of the relevant Carvana Group Class A units into Class A shares.

What covered call option did ECG II SPE, LLC enter into on Carvana (CVNA) shares?

ECG II SPE, LLC sold covered call options to Citibank on 4,000,000 Carvana Class A shares. The European-style options are exercisable only on May 21, 2027, for 2,000,000 shares at $450.00 per share and 2,000,000 shares at $500.00 per share, with only physical settlement permitted.

How are the Carvana (CVNA) covered call options secured?

The covered call options are secured by a pledge of Paired Interests consisting of 5,000,000 Carvana Group Class A Units and 4,000,000 shares of Carvana Class B common stock. These are pledged to Citibank under a Security and Control Agreement dated May 9, 2025, providing collateral for the option obligations.

What is ECG II SPE II, LLC’s role in Carvana (CVNA) ownership?

ECG II SPE II, LLC is wholly owned and controlled by Ernest C. Garcia II and serves as a vehicle for future investments. It is reported as owning 4,000,000 shares of Carvana Class B common stock and no Class A shares, with beneficial ownership also attributed to Garcia under SEC rules.

Does Ernest C. Garcia II retain voting power over pledged Carvana (CVNA) securities?

During the pendency of the covered call option, Garcia retains the right to vote the pledged securities and maintains investment and dispositive power over them. These rights are subject to transfer restrictions and Citibank’s control rights under the pledge arrangements and event-of-default provisions.