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If your car runs well and has years left in it, a private sale usually pays more. If it doesn't, the time, risk and hassle often aren't worth it. Here's how to decide.
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| Your car | Usually better |
|---|---|
| Runs well, clean, safe and in demand | Private sale |
| Runs, but needs a repair close to its value | Get a cash quote, then compare |
| Doesn't run, or has major damage | Cash for cars |
| Has to be gone by a date | Cash for cars |
| Sitting on an expired policy with flat tires | Cash for cars |
Private buyers pay for a car they can drive away and use. If yours starts every time, passes a mechanic's look-over and is a model people want, listing it will usually get you more than any scrap or cash buyer. Expect to spend time on photos, messages and viewings.
A good test: if a quick repair would make it an easy sell, and you have the time, sell privately.
If the car doesn't run, has major damage, needs a repair close to what it's worth, or has to be gone by a certain day, a cash buyer saves you the listing, the viewings and the risk. With us, it's a quote, a pickup time, free towing and payment on the spot.
Not sure which side your car falls on? Get a quote first. It costs nothing, and it gives you a real number to compare against what private buyers are offering.
Not for a good running car. Cash buyers win on speed, convenience and cars that don't run or are damaged.
It can be, with care. Meet in daylight, go on test drives with the buyer, and only sign the transfer once the money has cleared.
Yes. A quote doesn't commit you to anything.
Get your quote now, or call and talk to a person. Open every day, 8am to 8pm.
