Selling your car on the Internet can be fun and easy, not to mention the most profitable option. It many ways it is the same as selling through a traditional medium like a newspaper or word of mouth. Yet, selling via the Internet exposes your car to a much larger demographic. Some sites will charge a fee and some will allow you to advertise your car for free. Regardless of which you choose, the Internet is a user-friendly option that will ensure you and the buyer have a positive experience.
Detail your car. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, make sure your car says what you want it to by having it detailed before you photograph it for the ads. A clean car inside and out says a lot about the care and condition of the vehicle.
Set a price by visiting websites online, looking through your local newspaper and using the Kelley Blue Book or Black Book to determine a fair market value for your car. Make sure to leave yourself a little negotiation room in the price.
Choose a site by determining whether you wish to list for free or pay a nominal fee. Use the search engines to find online classified sites like Autobytel, Cars or Edmunds.
List the Car by writing an intriguing description. This is the most important step in selling your car since you are competing with many other cars for sale on the Internet. Make sure to include your cars make, model, year, color and all special features.
Show the vehicle when asked by local buyers. Out of town or state buyers will often call and request a series of photos to be emailed to them showing all aspects of the vehicle. Respond to any requests in a timely manner to keep your prospective buyer happy.
Close the deal when you receive a satisfactory offer. Arrange to meet the buyer to fill out all the necessary paperwork and receive payment. If your buyer is from out of town offer to meet her at your local airport if she is flying in to pick up the car.
Sign a bill of sale, provide the car title, remove your plates and registration, turn over the keys to the new owner, cancel the insurance and enjoy your profits.
