You do not need to spend a fortune to get a better price. Most of what adds value is about presentation and paperwork.
Before anyone sees the car
1. Give it a proper clean inside and out. 2. Find both keys. 3. Gather the service history and receipts. 4. Check the V5C is in your name with the right address. 5. Top up fluids and fix any warning lights that are a cheap fix.
When you are choosing a buyer
6. Be wary of figures that seem too good to be true online. 7. Ask whether there are any fees. 8. Ask whether the price can change on the day. 9. Get the car seen in person before you agree anything. 10. Deal with someone local who you can actually call.
Why honesty pays
Telling the buyer about faults up front means there are no surprises later. With us, everything is agreed after we have looked at the car, so the price you shake hands on is the price you get.
Frequently asked questions
- Why should I tell a buyer about faults before selling?
- Telling the buyer about faults up front means there are no surprises later. With us, everything is agreed after we have looked at the car, so the price you shake hands on is the price you get.
- What should I ask when choosing a car buyer?
- 6. Be wary of figures that seem too good to be true online. 7. Ask whether there are any fees. 8. Ask whether the price can change on the day. 9. Get the car seen in person before you agree anything. 10. Deal with someone local who you can actually call.
Want your car valued properly?
A valuer visits you anywhere in Doncaster, and the price agreed on the day is the one you are paid.