Freeper Advice for Selling My Car (Vanity)

My Fast and Furious Fingers | 06/02/2016 | Jagermonster

[lacrew]

“...like there was a dead body in the trunk in a hot parking lot for two weeks and even your dog won’t go near it.”

In a related story:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/04/13/if-you-want-to-buy-hillary-clintons-old-car-nows-your-chance/

[Donglalinger]

Take it to Carmax they will give you a free appraisal. If you have problems selling it yourself,
you can sell it there with no hassle but you won’t get top dollar for sure

[STARLIT]

Not sure this is helpful because I have Family who own a Auto Body Shop ...I always have them sell our cars. Would you have a trusted friend in the Auto business because they see and talk to many people every day. Our latest car is a Toyota from a man in his 80’s who decided he didn’t want to drive anymore with the help of the police. A shop would be my only thought...

[catnipman]

Excellent advice from all. I’ll just add the following minor details:

1. Have a bill of sale form handy; that’s required in most states. Sometimes the sales amount is fudged a bit (but not too much) on the bill of sale to lower the buyer’s sales tax burden; you can decide if you’re willing to do that.

2. You might need to have a notary witness and stamp the title when you sign it over, depending on the state.

3. Generally, you’ll keep the old plates; in some states you can turn them in for a pro-rata refund on the most recent year’s registration fee.

4. In some states, a PASSING emissions test is required BEFORE you can sell a car.

[Carriage Hill]

Good advice.
CCW at all times, for you/your back-up friend(s).

[Jagermonster]

It is important to say what kind of car, what year and how many miles. Without that info it is hard to give advice. Some cars have a specialized market, like Mustangs or convertibles or diesel engines. Knowing that adds to what your Freepers can tell you. Also, investigate what your model is selling for by searching online.

Thanks General.

The car is a 2010 Honda Accord V6 Coupe, Automatic Transmission, with pretty much every option included. It will hit 150,000 miles this week, most of which are highway miles. Everything works, with body wear and tear you'd expect for the mileage on a daily driver. Pricing, as I've been looking, seems to fall just south of $10,000.

[smokingfrog]

Years ago, I was selling my ‘78 Ford Bronco and some people came to my house for a test drive. Less than a week later it was stolen from my driveway in broad daylight.

Probably not a coincidence...

[FXRP]

High mile shitbox: craigslist and don’t waste much time cleaning.

5-8 year old car with over 80k miles. Detail and use craigslist.

Late model with low mileage... Much harder to sell on craigslist, but still worth a try for free. Detail.

Collector’s car or really nice late model: Autotrader.com, priced at just above what you would get for a trade.

If you are in a bad area, meet the buyer at Dunkin Donuts. If you live in New Hampshire, your house is fine. They are the ones bringing the money. No test drives without cash in hand. Give a ride if necessary.

Cash only. I repeat, cash only.

[right way right]

A dealer will probably give a good trade in price for a six year old Honda if you find something on a lot.
Of course they will at first try to rip you off, just stick to your guns.
Take your prospective purchase to an independent repair shop for a used car inspection before you buy.
If they won't let you, don't buy.

[Col Frank Slade]

if possible - BRING A GUN !

[Lazamataz]

Sell it to me. I need one.

[Gen.Blather]

“
The car is a 2010 Honda Accord V6 Coupe, “

Honda’s, especially coups, have a dedicated following. I’d research local car clubs and offer it at a slight premium in their newsletter or their website. They will be only too happy to list it for you, probably free. Include plenty of pictures showing both the 20 foot appeal and close-ups of dings and bangs. If the air condition works, that’s a plus. If not, say so. I have found honesty is much appreciated. The fact that you are honest about the condition prevents people from being angry if they would not buy a car with whatever flaw you didn’t mention.

Best of luck.

[ImJustAnotherOkie]

I always meet up at a wal mart parking lot. Take someone with you.

[Col Frank Slade]

That car had a lot of stains.

[Kickass Conservative]

If you don’t want the hassle, take it to Carmax.

Look around and see what comparable Cars are selling for before you get in to be sure they aren’t lowballing you too much.

If Carmax is close in price, take it. You have a week to think about it so there’s no pressure to take their offer.

I sold one Car to them already. Took about an Hour and I walked out with a Check. They met the bottom end of what I wanted and I was happy with the deal.

I actually regretted not taking their Offer on another Car, my Corvette. I thought it was a bit low, but after the hassle I had selling the Car, the $2,000 more I got for it Private Party really wasn’t worth the Heartburn. Just my experience.

On the other side, People love Honda’s, so it might go fast.

[Carriage Hill]

Always.
CCW = Concealed Carry Permit (PA).

[Enlightened1]

1)  Got to www.kbb.com to find out what your car is worth.

2)  Clean your car.

3)  Park your car or post it on Craig's list, lock it, in a location where people can see it with a for sale sign and a number they can call.

4)  Sale your car "AS IS" that way you will not be legally liable for anything that is wrong with it after the buyer has purchased it.

5)  Be sure to get the buyer to sign a receipt (indicating the sale "AS IS) for both you and him.  This tells the buyer is fully rsponsible for the car and frees you up.

6)   Finally give the buyer the Title to the car.


**NOTE**

A)  If you sale it on Craig's List.  Then you may want to meet the buyer in a public area that is safe with lots of people.

B)  Be sure to say you prefer cash.  However, if you get a money order or check.  Then clear it with your bank first.  

C)  If you have trouble selling your car, then drop the price 10% of what it's worth.  It should move it fast.

[dfwgator]

That car had a lot of stains.

Should have called this guy.

[Carriage Hill]

Gun control works:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KvO-8IvoCI

[neefer]

what do you look for when you shop for used cars
I'm looking for a sucker who has already taken a big hit on the depreciation. For example: we just financed a 2013 fully loaded Ford Escape for $17,000 less than sticker price. Some fool put $10,000 down payment on a lease, paid two years of the three, then listed it on SwapALease.com to get rid of it fast because his wife was pregnant. We paid for the last year of the lease with the intention of owning. It took several weeks of searching the website to find the right car but eventually paid off.

I know it is important to have the car clean, but how clean is clean enough?
My dad was an auto body man who paid for private schooling by purchasing salvaged titles (cars the insurance company couldn't afford to fix), salvaged parts, fixed and resold them with a clear title. Since it was my schooling he was paying for, I had to spend hours detailing cars with professional quality products until they looked like showroom. Dad got a high price as a result. How clean it has to be depends on how much money you want to get out of it and how much time you have to clean it.