So, you want to sell your beloved car and you are looking for the best ways to be rid of it?
Well, this is my selection of the favourite methods.
1. Sell it yourself with a classified ad
AutoTrader, your local paper or an online ad with CarOnlineFree.com for example, are best if you want to try and sell your … Read the rest
Anyone with a bit of know how, perseverance and initiative can make money from cars. After real estate a car is the second most expensive investment any individual will ever make. Whilst buying and selling property can be lucrative, substantial profits can be made from vehicles.
Cars have the great advantage that they can be sold anywhere where there is … Read the rest
Buying a car online can prove to be a risky business for the unwary.
I would go as far as to say that you should never buy a vehicle without viewing it first.
Many online sellers sometimes insist that bidders should take a look at the car before placing a bid.
Cars are a complex piece of machinery with many … Read the rest
Outlined, you buy your chosen car and sell globally through the net. These sales are centered around specialist up market low mileage very original or really tip top well restored cars. These type of cars need to be researched thoroughly prior to buying. The point of this is originality, especially with specialist classic cars.
This method can produce large profits, … Read the rest
This first method involves local sales, where you source a car from within or near your own home town. selling it in or near to that area. There are a number of ways of going about this.
First select the type of car you want to buy. I cannot help you directly with this, as there are so many variables … Read the rest
If you have the skills and patience that will be needed to repair a salvage car, then there are considerable savings to be gained over buying one that is undamaged.
A salvage title vehicle could save you a bundle of money, but there are pitfalls which must be avoided, because if you fall into the traps they can lead to … Read the rest
Documentation for the car you are considering buying is essential as well as a knowledge of the history and ownership of the car, so you should check it all carefully.
Check that the paper work actually looks and feels real – nowadays photocopies and prints are so easy to look authentic.
If the seller has only had the car a … Read the rest
I cannot emphasize enough the need to completely and thoroughly research absolutely everything on your car choice before selecting the target vehicle which you are going to buy and sell for profit. And I do mean everything.
Look at market factors, local issues, economies and bare in mind there will be other people doing this, so don’t be surprised if … Read the rest
The test drive of the car you are considering buying is your chance to thoroughly assess every aspect of the car. From how it handles and feels on the road, to making sure all the vehicle equipment is working and functioning correctly.
Before you start on your test drive, ensure that the car is starting with a cold engine ie … Read the rest
Car auctions are a really excellent method of buying a car, but beware, because the inexperienced and unwary can end up with a dog and I’m not talking about a furry four legged type with a cold wet nose.
When buying a car the more traditional way ie from a dealer or direct from the owner, there are significant traps … Read the rest
As with many things, first impressions are so important when buying used cars. Your check of the car you want to buy should be done on a sliding scale allowing for the age of the car.
The newer and more expensive the car, the more critical you should be.
If you are considering buying an older car then it will … Read the rest
A clean car always sells. Don’t put your customer off by showing them a dirty vehicle.
That one customer, may be the one and only person you’ll get to look at your car.
Ensure its presented in tip top condition and you’ll sell.
Here are some pointers on preparing your car ready for selling.
Car Upper Areas
Pay particular attention … Read the rest