7 Different Ways To Sell A Car
Thinking of selling your car? Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a new model or simply part with a vehicle you no longer need, there are many car sales methods that you can explore. This post explores 7 different ways to sell a car.
Sell to a friend or family member
Got a friend or a family member that is looking for a new car? Selling to them could be a convenient option to consider that cuts out the hassle of advertising. Consider if there is anyone in your network who you can sell your car to. Just be wary that selling to a friend or family member is likely to encourage you to sell at a lower price than if you were to sell to a stranger.
Use a second-hand selling site
Second-hand selling sites like Facebook, Craigslist and AutoTrader can be a great way to connect with local buyers. You can usually get more than if you were to sell to a dealership, but there is quite a bit of work involved – you need to take photos of your car, write an ad, communicate with potential buyers and arrange a test-drive and pick-up. You may get a few time-wasters, but it is generally quite easy to sell through these platforms.
Place an ad in your local newspaper
The traditional way of advertising a car privately is to put an ad in your local newspaper. Unlike advertising on some second-hand selling sites, this does cost you money, but it can still be an effective way to find local buyers.
Sell to a dealership
Selling to a dealership is often more convenient than selling privately, however, you generally won’t make as much money. Going through a dealership also offers the option to part-exchange your vehicle if you’re looking for a new car. When it comes to specialist vehicles such as classic cars or sports cars, you may have to consider specialist dealerships. Your average dealership may not be able to carry out a Porsche 911 valuation – especially a classic model in disrepair – however there are likely to be online niche dealerships that can.
Compare instant online car buyers
Instant online car buyers are willing to buy pretty much any car off you immediately. This can be a very convenient option for those that just want their vehicle to be taken off their hands. However, these buyers will generally charge a much lower price than if you were to sell privately or through a traditional dealership.
Put it up for auction
Another option is to have people bid for your vehicle at an auction. This can actually be a great way to sell old and rare cars, as you could get a much better price than if you were to choose another option. You do however have to pay a consignment fee and there is no guarantee that your vehicle will sell. You can use auction sites or physical auction houses to put your car up for auction.
Scrap your car
Scrapping is a good choice with cars that have a high mileage and a lot of faults. You won’t get much money at all for scrapping your vehicle, but you will get much more than if you were to give it away for free. You can shop around for quotes from local scrap services online.
