Hints and Tips
ADVICE ON HOW TO SELL YOUR CAR
HOW TO SELL YOUR CAR
Five main factors have a major influence on your car's value:Condition:- Of Paint work, tyres, upholstery and carpets. Worn carpets and pedal rubbers could suggest higher mileage or heavier use than is claimed.
Service History:- Vital, as it charts how well the car has been cared for. Most buyers expect a complete, clean history these days.
Colour:- Subjective, although today's fashion accessory is tomorrow's resale disaster. Avoid whims and garish, primary hues.
Optional Extras:- Most lose their value come resale time, although on some cars they are critical. (For example, most Mercedes are worth less without auto, while Jaguars without leather are hit hard).
Mileage:- Used car values are calculated assuming an average of 12,000 miles per year. Remember that your car's value will be hit if it covers more than this.
Classify Your Car As Excellent, Average or Poor Given the Classification Descriptions Below.
Excellent
Ready for retail sale; mechanically perfect, paintwork unblemished for vehicle under two years old, but may have slight stone damage on vehicle over two years old or with high mileage. Interior should be immaculate. A full service history must be provided. All equipment fitted should be fully operational. Tyres should be new or nearly new, wheels and trims clean and undamaged.
Average
Some wear and tear to mechanical parts may be expected. Some minor repair might be required to the paintwork, although there should be no serious damage requiring replacement bodywork. The car will be of generally tidy appearance inside and out but some expenditure may be required for retail sale. A full service history should be provided. All equipment fitted should be fully operational. Tyres should not be more than half worn. Wheels and trims should be in good condition.
Poor
Requires mechanical repair or some repair to bodywork. The interior may be worn and seats may have marks. Some corrosion, damage or poorly repaired paintwork may need attention. The car may not have a full service history and would not be offered for retail sale without significant expenditure. Major items of equipment such as radios should be operational. Tyres should be legal with an even tread depth across the tyre. Wheels and trims may show evidence of some scuff marks.
Once you have honestly appraised the above then check out the value of your car using the current Used Car Buyers Guide that is available in most newsagents. Some web sites also have this facility although they may not be as accurate or as detailed as the paper based versions.
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