HOW TO SELL YOUR CAR ONLINE

 

Selling a Car online has been made very simple and easy. This can be

either through online retailers or via Facebook marketplace or Craigslist. The Benefits of selling Cars online is that the entire process can be done from the comfort of your home and at your own pace. 

Here is a step by step guide on how to sell your car online; 

1. Prepare the car for sale: 

This is the first and most important step. It is necessary to prepare the car for potential buyers, this includes cleaning the interior and exterior of the cars, fixing any repairs either minor or major and putting together all the Documents of the vehicle. 

2. Carry out research: 

Take time to find out the Market value of your car, websites such as kelley blue book and Edmund could come handy here. The market value of your vehicle would depend on the make, model, mileage and condition of the car. 

3. Choose a platform to sell: 

There are alot of platforms online to sell your car, here are some of them 

• websites like craigslist, Facebook market place and Auto trader. 
• Online car market platforms such as car gurus, cars.com
• Auction websites like ebay motors 

4. Create a list: 

Next is to create a list which should include the make, model, mileage and features of the car. 

High quality photos of the car should also be taken and uploaded for quick and easy sale. 

5. Set a suitable price: 

Based on the research you carried out, choose a reasonable price that potential buyers can afford without making a loss 

6. Respond promptly to Inquiries: 

Ensure you respond as quick as possible to potential buyers. provide additional information or photos of the car if requested. 

7.  Arrange Test drive: 

If the potential Buyer wants a test drive, be ready to give them that opportunity. Ensure to accompany them during such drives and answer any question they may have. 

8. Negotiate: 

Be prepared to negotiate on the price, know the bottom limit you wouldn't go below. 

9. Complete the Transaction: 

After payment has been made and confirmed, provide necessary receipt and other documents to confirm sale

10. Complete necessary paper works: 

Lastly complete the documents showing the transfer of ownership of the vehicle to the buyer.