Successful at Selling Cars

1Know the Market- Your first step is to check other online car ads. For example, you can select the year and trim level of your car and see how many similar cars are currently on the market.

2Take note of their condition, mileage, geographic location and selling price.

3Price Your Car Competitively- This figure is adjusted for a number of factors including mileage, condition, options and the region in which the car is being sold.

4Give Your Car Curb Appeal- Completely detail the car including wash, wax, windows, dashboard and tires.

5Inspect it to make sure it is mechanically sound and free from dents, dings and scrapes.

6Put your maintenance records in a neat folder ready to show interested parties.

7Have your mechanic check out your car and issue a report about its condition — this could motivate a buyer because you have overcome one more objection they can present.

8Finalize the Deal- The laws governing the sale of motor vehicles vary from state to state.

9Check with the governing agency in your state When selling your car, it's important to limit your liability.

10Once you have the money from the sale (it's customary to request a cashier's check or cash) sign the title over to the buyer or provide them with a bill of sale.

11Finally, remember to contact your insurance agent to cancel your policy on the vehicle you have sold (or transfer the coverage to your new car).

12After the sale occasionally there are unexpected bumps in the sale process that arise.

13These will be handled easily if you are dealing with a reasonable person. So, as you are contacted by prospective buyers, use your intuition to evaluate them.

14If they seem difficult, pushy or even shady, wait for another buyer.

15With the right person, selling a used car should be simple and easy.