Do you have a car that you’d like to sell as quickly as possible?

Perhaps you’re worried your car will be on the market for a long time, and you just want money now. Here, you’ll find a few pointers that will help you to sell your car as quickly as possible:

GETTING YOUR CAR READY TO SELL

If you want to sell your car quickly then you may need to make a few changes to ensure it’s ready to go. You could change your seat covers, spray over scrapes, or at the very least give it a deep clean inside and out. Make it look presentable will go a long way to making somebody want to buy it. You should also make sure you have the right documents and everything that comes with the car ready.

THINGS TO REMEMBER

Four wheel drive cars appeal more in the winter as conditions are poorer
Convertibles will be more desirable in spring/summer
The younger your car, the more you’ll probably get for it
If you plan on part exchanging, it could be better to do this during a month where business is slow, such as January or December

Above all, knowing the right time to sell your car is key, and this will depend on what car you have.

FIGURING OUT THE VALUE OF YOUR CAR

One of the first things you should know before selling is the value of your car. You can use valuation tools online to help you with this. You’ll probably get the most money for your car if you choose to sell privately. Here are some options you’ll want to consider:

SELLING TO A DEALER

Selling your car to a dealer is one of the easiest and quickest ways to sell. You can part exchange your car when buying a new or used car. You’ll likely get less than a private sale, but you won’t need to deal with enquiries or advertising, or anything else that comes with private selling. You will usually get better value for your money if you trade your car in when buying another one, rather than selling outright to the dealer. You can buy or sell your used car with Presto Expat Motoring in this way and make the process fast and hassle free.

SELLING YOUR CAR PRIVATELY

This can take a lot of time, but it will likely mean getting more money. You’ll have to go through the hassle of advertising, letting people test drive the car, arrange a safe way of being paid, and more.

ONLINE CAR BUYING SITES

Online car buying sites can potentially take the work out of selling a car. All you do is enter your details before taking it to your local depot for it to be assessed. It’s worth noting that if the inspection reveals some faults, the final valuation figure might be quite a bit lower. You also may need to pay an administration fee for this service.

AUCTIONING YOUR CAR

Some car owners like this option as it is usually quick and hassle free. However, there’s no guarantee it’ll get to its reserve price.

How will you sell your car?

HERE’S WHAT TO DO TO SELL YOUR CAR FAST