How to prepare your car for sale How to prepare your car for sale

Maybe you are thinking about selling your car, or maybe somebody has asked if they can buy it from you. If this is the case, there are several things you should know about how to prepare your car for sale. However, if you are not sure whether you want to sell your vehicle yet, then take a look at these tips so you can be prepared if and when your mind changes.

In many cases, a car’s price can end up being lower than expected due to the amount of work required during the preparation process. In order to make it easier for people interested in buying your car to see past any flaws or blemishes that may be present, then follow these simple steps.

Wash your car thoroughly.

This may sound like a no-brainer but trust me – most people will not buy a dirty car that they have to spend time washing before being able to see it in its best light. If you are worried about scratches or swirls, be sure to use detailing clay when doing this.

Remove all personal belongings.

This means storing your car’s floor mats, tools, and anything else you may have stored inside the cabin or trunk in a safe place so that buyers can take everything out before inspecting the vehicle. Also, remember to turn off any auxiliary lights or anything resembling an aftermarket electronic device (even if it isn’t).

Detailing.

This is one of the most important things that you can do to prepare for selling your car, as it will enable people to see the vehicle’s true potential. Here are some great tips on detailing your own car. However, if you don’t feel like doing this yourself, you should look into service offerings at a local car wash or detail shop.

In order to get the best price for your vehicle, try to avoid making modifications or installing accessories that could alter a potential buyer’s opinion of its originality and value. In addition, you should remove any dealer license plate frames from the front windshield, so it is easier for people to spot the vehicle as being a non-dealer unit.

If you are looking for a quick way to find out your car’s value, call us at (03)70357830.

In addition, you can also fill out our free online valuation form to get a price quote from us right away.

Contact us at

Eastern Cash For Cars
720 High St Rd, Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
(03) 7035 7830
www.easterncashforcars.com.au