How to Sell a Car at a Dealership

If you’re ready to part ways with your old car, you might be wondering how to sell a car at a dealership. How do you get your car ready? How do you get the best price possible? Spitzer Kia Mansfield is here to tell you! Find out how selling your car to a dealership works, and take the next steps with us in Mansfield today!

How Does Selling Your Car to a Dealership Work? 

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your work truck in Lexington or get rid of your old minivan in %%target_city_2%, doing a little bit of extra prep work can help you get the best value possible at the dealership. How does selling your car to a dealership work anyways? Here are a few steps that we recommend taking:

• Clean Up Your Car: Whether you get a full detail or simply run your car through a car wash, a clean car will make a great first impression during your appointment. You can also replace worn parts like windshield wipers or floor mats.
• Write Down the Benefits Of Your Car: Do you have a good maintenance history for your car? Does your car have any extra packages or accessories added? Does it have low mileage? Write out a list of your car’s notable features, so the dealership can see what a great buy it is.
• Have Your Car’s Title on Hand: If it’s been a while since you’ve seen your car’s title, be sure to look for it ahead of time. Your car sale will go much faster if you have your title in hand.
• Research Your Car’s Value: Get a quick estimate of your car’s value with online resources like Cars.com, Kelley Blue Book, or even our own Value Your Trade tool. This will help you during the negotiation process.
• Pick Your Dealership Wisely: Most Ashland-area dealerships are happy to accept newer used vehicles. But if your vehicle is much older, consider selling your car to a used car dealer. You might get a better deal.

What to Expect at the Dealership

Now that your car is all prepped and ready for the big day, what can you expect at the dealership? The whole process will go faster than you might think, so here’s a brief overview:

• Make an Appointment: We recommend making an appointment at the dealership for your sale, so we can ensure that all the paperwork is in order ahead of time. You can also walk in and sell your car, but the process might take just a little longer. 
• Used Car Manager: You’ll either meet with a Used Car Manager or a salesperson to handle the sale. After collecting your information, they’ll run a vehicle history report.
• Inspection: Then, theUsed Car Manager or a technician at the service center will handle the inspection. This is to check the quality and condition of your car.
• Consider the Offer: You’ll get a firm offer at this time, and then the decision is up to you. You can accept the offer if you think it’s fair, or you can use your research to negotiate for a higher price.

Sell Your Car at Spitzer Kia Mansfield

Now you know how to sell a car at a dealership, but what if you still have questions? Contact us at Spitzer Kia Mansfield at any time. We’d also be happy to help you in Mansfield if you prefer to talk in person, so stop by our showroom!