HOW TO GET THE BEST PRICE SELLING YOUR CAR

The second-hand car industry is thriving in Australia. If you are planning to sell your vehicle, here’s a guide to help you get the best price possible.

 

How to get the best price selling your car

The second-hand car industry is thriving in Australia. If you are planning to sell your vehicle, here’s a guide to help you get the best price possible.

It has been reported that new cars built within the last three years only made up a tiny 12.7% of vehicle sales, the lowest on record. If you’re looking to get rid of the banger that’s been sitting on your drive, now’s the time to sell it. To ensure you get the most out of your car when you bid it goodbye, take a look at these tips.

 

Is your car ready to be sold?

Just because you’re ready to get rid of your car, does not mean that you should neglect it.

An unkempt interior is a no, no. It deters potential buyers. Many people simply walk away without bothering to ask questions. So, before you advertise your car, make sure you’ve had it professionally cleaned and serviced, and ensure it runs well.

 

Is your car missing parts?

Is your vehicle missing a door handle? Is the radiator damaged and needs replacing? What’s the condition of the alternator? It’s a good idea to make sure all the parts and components are in good working order. This will help you sell your car for more.

 

Do you have all paperwork?

Having all the correct paperwork and official documents on hand, gives buyers - great confidence. Printed records showing the car’s history, including service dates and reports are extremely attractive to buyers.

It proves honesty on your part and shows buyers you have nothing to hide. This is also very attractive to customers as it means they don’t have to spend time researching the history of the vehicle and means the sale and exchange of the car is likely to go through faster.

 

Private or online?

Selling your car privately means you’ll most likely get a higher price for it. However, private sales are renowned for taking more time to complete, as well as putting more pressure on the seller. If the sale takes longer than you expected, you may find the eventual higher sale price makes no difference: You’ll still have to pay rego, insurance and continue to maintain the vehicle.

Taking out an advert on an online selling service, like Autotrader or Gumtree will most likely guarantee a sale. However, these companies tend to offer the lowest price possible for vehicles as they operate on slim margins. This means they buy the car from you and sell it as quickly as possible, potentially leaving you with a lower price.

 

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