Choose the selling route that works for you.

Start by gathering the vehicle details, registration records, service history and clear photographs. Set a realistic asking price, choose a selling method and arrange inspections with interested buyers. You can advertise the car yourself, use assisted selling or request a live auction. Agree on payment and complete the applicable ownership-transfer process rather than treating a verbal deal as a finished sale.

Compare similar cars by model year, variant, mileage, condition and city before setting your price. Use clear photos, disclose known faults and respond promptly to serious enquiries. Keep documents ready and make inspection arrangements practical. If enquiries are weak, review the listing and price against comparable cars. No advertising method can guarantee a sale within a fixed number of days.

Use several comparable listings to establish an asking-price range, then account for your car’s actual condition, repair needs, maintenance history and documentation. Asking prices are not confirmed sale prices. A physical assessment can help explain differences that photos miss. Set a target price and a reasonable negotiation range instead of relying on a single online estimate.

Have the registration document, buyer and seller identification details, vehicle identification information and the relevant transfer paperwork ready for review. Keep sale and payment records, and check whether tax clearance, finance release, import records or other documents apply to your vehicle. Requirements vary by registration authority and case. Review the car transfer service and confirm the official checklist before handover.

Clean the cabin and exterior, remove personal belongings and address inexpensive faults where worthwhile. Gather maintenance receipts and describe known repairs honestly. Take daylight photos of the exterior, interior, dashboard and any damage. Avoid expensive cosmetic work unless the likely return justifies it. Good presentation and evidence of maintenance help buyers assess value without hiding the car’s condition.

An inspection can help you identify condition issues before buyers do and explain your asking price with evidence. Review the findings, disclose relevant faults and decide which repairs are worthwhile. The report should identify the vehicle and inspection date. See the car inspection service for the stated scope and confirm the appointment and fee before booking.

Choose a free ad if you can handle enquiries, viewings and negotiation yourself. Consider assisted selling if you need support managing those tasks. A live-auction selling request may suit an owner interested in competitive bidding. Compare service fees, payment terms and approval conditions. The fastest or highest-priced outcome depends on the vehicle and buyer demand.