Protection when selling your car

Selling your car is a big step to take so when it comes to the crunch, it is important to make sure you are protected. If you choose to sell your car privately, there are some things you should watch out for, here are our top tips.

Save Time

When selling your car privately, it is inevitable that you will come across time wasters and also what are known affectionally as ‘tyre kickers’. While there is nothing you can do to eradicate this completely, there are things you can do to minimise the time you spend with people who have little to no interest in your vehicle. You should always screen the enquiries you get to determine their interest in the vehicle. Get the name of the person, gauge where they are from and if they actually want to see the vehicle. These questions are a good start to get an idea of their interest level.

Be Alert

During test drives and meet ups, stay alert and arrange to meet in a public, well-lit place. It is a good idea to take someone else with you and alert others of where you will be meeting. While it is unlikely that things will go sour, it is better to be prepared and alert when meeting a stranger.

Getting paid

Arranging payment should be the easiest part of the transaction but it is something you should be wary of. While cash may seem like the best option, how can you be sure that the money is not counterfeit. Cheques are also an undesirable method pf payment as it could bounce when you come to cash it. The safest thing to do here is ensure the funds are legitimate and in your bank account before you let the buyer drive away.

There are a few tips if you are selling your car privately. If you want the hassle taken off your hands, sell a car in Essex with Essex Car Buyer. For more information, get in touch with a member of the team.