subject: Get the best deal for your old car [print this page] The best way to Sell Your Truck, Van or Truck and Get the Most Money for it
Have to sell your vehicle, van, or truck and wish to get the maximum money for it?
By selling the car as a "private party", you can often make severa lhundreds of dollars more than you might by "trading in" the car.
Look at this article and learn things that can help give you the most money when selling your second hand vehicle.
Determine the Value of your Vehicle
When people are buying a car from a private party, they will expect to get a good deal. You need to be realistic concerning the value of your vehicle.
You can verify the value by comparing your vehicle's "private party value" vs. "trade-in value" on the car value websites, www.kbb.com (Kelly Blue Book) or www.Edmunds.com. Enter the car make, model, options, mileage, condition, etc. to find out what experts say your car is worth.
If you owe more on the vehicle than what it is worth, getting anyone to pay you over that value will be difficult if not impossible.
Set a Realistic Price
Using the private party value, you need to understand that you will most likely have to negotiate on the price. Always set your price accordingly to allow some room to bargain with a buying prospect.
If you have any added or enhanced features (after market) on your vehicle make sure you explain why the asking price may be higher than listed on Kelly Blue Book or Edmunds.
Clean Your vehicle
Thoroughly washing the outside and inside of your automobile is essential. While your automobile must be used, it shouldn't look that way. Clean the windows, vacuum/clean carpeting and remove all the junk in your automobile. When you are in the process of selling the car, always keep it clean and ready to show.
Take Photos
Take the vehicle to a location that you know you'll have good natural lighting to photograph your car properly. If you are unable to get this done at your neighborhood, drive to a park or parking lot that provides you with enough room to get some really good pictures without the distractions.
Once you've taken your photos, label them as well as have them ready for uploading to the internet.
Write and Submit Your Ad
Use free classified ad websites to promote your vehicle for sale. Craigslist, Oodle, Kijiji, and Vehix.com are very useful. These sites get significant traffic with lots of viewers to see your ad. List as much information as possible about your vehicle including the options, features, mileage, while stating reasons why you are selling your vehicle, as prospects will almost always want to know that.
If you live in an area that is somewhat remote, be general about your region as some buyers may not be keen on coming to see your car if they think you are located too far away.
Be honest concerning the condition of your vehicle. If it has flaws, say so. Most used cars are not perfect. Most buyers will still buy a car that has/had a problem as long as they know about it and they feel you are being truthful with them concerning the cars true condition.
Prepare yourself to show your car.
If you live in a distant area where many people would not want to come see your car, arrange to show it at a park, church parking area or other convenient location. Whenever you make an appointment with anyone to see your automobile, they do not have to meet you in your house.
Be accessible
Be prompt in answering e-mails and calls about the vehicle. People usually want an answer right away when asking questions.
The most significant issue many people face when selling a van or work vehicle is the realisation afterwards of how much you really relied on the vehicle.
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