• The Best Way To Sell A Car in 2022
    The Best Way To Sell A Car in 2022

The Best Way To Sell A Car in 2022

The Best Way to Sell a Car in 2022

When looking to sell a car, most of us want to find the balance between the most profitable outcome, and the one involving the least time and hassle.

There are a number of options when it comes to selling a vehicle, here we look at the pros and cons of the most common ways people move their cars along.

 

Sell your car privately online

Most car owners who choose this route prefer to do so online. It’s a fairly straightforward process of registering with a popular car sales site, uploading your details and photos, and paying a few to advertise your vehicle.

Pros – Selling your car online usually means reaching a wider audience and more people in the market becoming aware that your vehicle is for sale.

Cons – Selling your car privately online leaves you exposed to tyre kickers, time wasters, hagglers, no-shows, and occasionally unscrupulous characters. If you do choose this route it is always best to arrange a viewing away from your home and in public. In a few cases, the person may come back due to a fault or perceived fault wanting a discount, return or refund.

  

Sell to Friends and Family

If you know someone close to you is looking for a car, they may be interested in yours.

Pros – Simple exchange and an increased likelihood that you will experience a smooth sale.

Cons – You are less likely to expect top dollar for your car if selling to someone close to you, and it’s often the case that you will be made aware of anything that goes wrong with the car for the duration of their ownership of the vehicle.

 

Part Exchange Your Car

One of the most common ways to dispose of your current vehicle is if you intend to purchase a new used car. If you are in the market for a newer car, part exchanging your current model is the fast and hassle-free way to move it along and access the money to help you buy your next vehicle.

Pros – A hassle-free way to get rid of your old car and put the money straight towards your next vehicle.

Cons – You may not get as much as you would if selling privately, but this should be balanced out with the hassle and time factors.

 

Sell Your Car to DCC

DCC are always in the market to buy used cars, whether you intend to buy a used car from us or not. Selling your car to a local dealer like DCC is a popular way to dispose of your vehicle fast, hassle-free, and for a fair price. 

You can sell your car to DCC in Southampton and Fareham in three simple steps: 

  • Follow the simple instructions online and upload the important details about your car together with a few photos.
  • Get an instant guaranteed online offer to buy
  • Either accept our online valuation or, if you think we have missed something, request a call-back from one of our valuation experts. Once you are happy with our offer to purchase simply choose a convenient date for us to collect your vehicle.

 

How Much is my Car Worth? Get a Valuation from DCC

DCC offer a hassle-free way to sell used cars. If your car is between five and nine years old and you’d like to get a fast, competitive valuation, speak to our team today.

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    I have just bought a new car through Josh and the team at DCC - I found them responsive from the get-go and very straightforward to deal with. Josh was extremely easy to deal with and highly communicative throughout. They gave me a sensible figure for my own car on part-ex and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them, or use them again

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