3 Things to Avoid when Selling your Car
Car owners usually face the time when it is time to let go of their precious cars – perhaps to help them financially or to prepare for an upgrade. To ensure a legitimate and smooth transaction, most car owners tend to pair up with car dealers when selling their car. On the other hand, some car owners opt to sell their cars privately to close the deal quickly and minimise the commissions paid to middlemen. Whichever option you would like to take, make sure that you remember to avoid these three things when you sell your car.
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Selling your car without touching it up
As a seller, you are bound to advertise your product to attract prospective buyers and eventually convince them to make the purchase. So when you sell your car, make sure that it is presentable inside out. Repair it as necessary, polish it, and test it to check its working condition. Though it is tedious, a showroom condition second-hand car will be highly valued. Also, being honest with its damages might not close the deal, but you will earn the trust of your prospective buyers.
Tampering or ignoring your car's original documents
First off, the documentation will prove your ownership to the car being sold. Second, it will help the buyer to decide on the purchase. The service history will help the buyer to assess the value and usefulness of the car for their demands. If your car is 3 years and older, you may be required to present an MOT certificate so the buyer will have the chance to be familiar with the conditions and issues of the car. Once the deal is complete, the car seller will need to notify the DVLA and process the new documents together with the new buyer.
Advertising your car falsely
Covering up the car's actual conditions just to be able to make a sale may lead to the seller encountering some serious matters. Once the buyer finds out that the car has massive damages which you did not mention during the negotiation, there will be a high chance that they will file legal cases against you. The buyers may also demand settlements. So try your best to be honest with the true condition of your car to avoid further misunderstandings and wasted time. Be accurate on all the details concerning the appearance and performance of your car.
