Atlas Autos: Tips to Sell My Car
A new vehicle is among one of the most exciting purchases you can make! However, whilst basking in the glory of a prospective new motor, we often neglect the daunting task of ridding ourselves of our old runabouts. Atlas Autos is on hand to detail you with ‘Top Tips to Sell Your Car’.
Prior to committing to a private sale, you ought to consider the following:
Advertising - Listing your vehicle can be a tedious task. You will need to provide an extensive range of vehicle information and specification detail, often repeatedly if you are seeking to list on various websites to increase exposure.
Viewings - You will have to make yourself regularly available for individuals to view the vehicle and test drive. Each time the vehicle will have to be in immaculate condition; overall viewings can be very tedious and time consuming.
Vehicle maintenance - Selling privately requires your car to remain MOT’d and taxed, ready to be test driven. Should you have purchased your new vehicle already, you will have the burden of maintaining two cars and finding space for them at your property.
Should you decide that selling privately is not a responsibility you wish to place upon yourself, Atlas Autos is here to alleviate the stress through alternatively offering services of Part Exchange!
Before You Advertise
Clean Your Vehicle - The most valuable cars are the ones that are in good condition. One clear reasoning for purchasing a brand new car, in comparison to a used vehicle, is that they are always immaculate. Be sure to scrub every inch to make sure your vehicle can compete!
Take Quality Pictures - Your pictures are what will entice customers into asking for more detail and arranging a viewing. You ought to make sure that the pictures you take are in good lighting and detail the vehicle clearly.
Consider a Fresh MOT and Servicing - A new MOT for your vehicle would be a credit to any buyer, as it is an aspect of vehicle ownership they will not have to worry about for another year. Additionally, a full service history adds value to your vehicle, and instills trust in your prospective buyer.
Repair Simple Paint Damage - Repairing minor flaws in paint damage can add untold value to your vehicle. Without attending to scratches, your buyer will thrive at the opportunity to barter with you until your price is down.
Your Vehicle Listing
Ensure you describe your vehicle accurately; your listing should not be deceptive in attempts to fabricate faults - include this information on the receipt upon making your sale.
Understand what your car is worth. Set your vehicle at a reasonable price; perhaps slightly above what you would like for it, so when your buyer attempts to haggle you will be satisfied with your great price.
Quote the vehicle's number plate, location and how many months remain on the MOT.
Additional advice:
Ensure you have all the relevant documents and vehicle history to hand; this includes MOT certificates and service records.
Prepare to send off your log book.
Considering all of the above and implementing our tips into the listing of your vehicle is a sure way to ensure your car sale runs smoothly. However, should you decide that the requirements of a private sale are too much to handle presently, Atlas Autos are proud to offer the service of Part Exchange - enter your registration number into our online valuation tool for your free car valuation! For more information on our car buying service, contact the team today.