How to Get the Most Money When Selling Your Used Car

There comes a time when we must rethink our relationship with our vehicle. Team Chevrolet, GMC can help you decide the best course for selling your used cars. While we understand you’ll want to keep your options open, we also offer a trade-in appraisal for used cars.

Here’s a list of factors to keep in mind to get the most when selling your used car.

Know Your Car’s Worth

So many things can impact a used car’s overall value: mileage, level of care and maintenance, model, make, and year. There are several ways to determine your car’s current value, with Kelley Blue Book being perhaps the most well-known.

Private Party or Dealer?

Once you have a baseline idea of what your car is worth, you can create an eye-catching advertisement yourself and try to sell it to a private party. Or, to take some of the hassle out of the process, you can approach a dealer like Team Chevrolet, GMC and negotiate a solid agreement.

Condition Disclosures & Level of Care

Any used vehicle is bound to develop some mechanical issues over time. Consider the cost of needed repairs or overdue service against your asking price. Do you get it fixed yourself or lower your price? A needed repair might turn off prospective buyers.

Dealers might not be scared off, however. Consider your options and try both sales routes to determine the level of interest.

Don’t Be Afraid to Negotiate

Don’t take the first offer. It’s your car, your time, and your money. Determine what’s most important: to free up space in your life for another car or try to profit from the sale. Know what your time and car are worth and stay focused.

Contact us here at Team Chevrolet, GMC for tips and advice on the best way to sell your used car!

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