Get More Money for Your Car

 

Selling a used car can be tough. That’s why Orange Buys Cars is here to help in the Orlando, Florida area. We know you want to get the most money from selling your car, but this can be difficult to achieve if your car looks and runs like a heavily used car. When selling your car, there are a few ways to increase its value, including making the car really shine. Spending a little more time and money on the car before selling could get you more money for it. Impress the buyer, and you’ll more than likely end up a little richer at the end of the day. Of course, that’s if you pull the right strings. Here are some tips to getting your car looking and running at its best before selling it off for more money.

Clean it thoroughly, inside and out

Nothing will impress a prospective buyer more than shiny paint and a freshly detailed interior that’s rid of trash and stains. Giving the exterior a thorough wash and wax, and getting rid of the trash inside of your car are good places to start. Vacuum the interior, remove your belongings, and wipe away any dust and dirt to give the interior a new car-look. This will make your car look like it’s in great condition, and doesn’t cost much to accomplish. You can do it yourself, or take it to a car wash for a relatively low price, but afterwards, even you’ll be impressed by what you see.

Whether you’re selling the car privately or through a dealership, it is a good idea to make your car presentable. Not only will your car look better in photos, but estimators at the dealership will value your car based on what they see. A clean car is most often valued higher, but of course, there are other factors that weigh into the estimate, like mileage, age, and mechanical running condition.

Get the necessities replaced or repaired

Improve how your car runs to get more money for it. A car that runs well is worth more than one that’s been poorly maintained. An oil change is a good starting point and shows that the car has been regularly maintained. Get the car inspected by a mechanic, and get a full list of things that need replacing or repairing. It might be pricy to get everything fixed, but go through the list and repair the items that may affect handling, performance, and safety. Even if you don’t want to pay to get things fixed before selling, having a list of necessary repairs is a bonus, since being upfront with a potential buyer will build his or her trust in you as the seller.

Keep in mind that bringing your car to a dealership in poor condition might further reduce the amount of money you get for your car. If you intend to sell your car, staying on top of the regular maintenance will go a long way in maintaining the mechanical condition of your car.

Gather your maintenance records

Make sure to keep all of your car’s maintenance records. These will be important in proving that regular maintenance and critical repairs have been take care of. If the buyer can see that you have cared for the car properly, they will pay closer to your asking price than if your car did not have any records. Being honest with the buyer is a good way to get the price you want for your used car.

If you’re in the market to sell your old car, bring it over to Orange Buys Cars in Orange County, FL. We will buy your car outright, and get you money quickly and easily. If you can wait to sell your car, we can consign to sell it for you for more money. Get started today and submit your car online. Contact us for more information or visit us at 3883 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando!