Sell My Car
Why Sell Your Car to a Dealership?
There are several benefits that come with selling your car to a dealership instead of selling it privately. For starters, it makes the entire process easier. If you've never sold a car before, we at Northside Mitsubishi, the premier Mitsubishi dealership in Edmonton, will help guide you through the process. We do the busy work for you, ensuring your car is properly valued and you're getting a fair deal. It also eliminates the need to haggle with a slew of potential buyers; when you sell to a dealership, you're dealing with one buyer and one buyer only. There's also no need to worry about security or the dealership not following through with payment.
We know your time is valuable, so we make the process of selling your car as efficient as possible. You'll save a good amount of time selling to a dealership. You don't have to worry about posting ads for your car and spending time waiting for buyers. Once someone expresses interest, you may spend a couple of hours with them, letting them test drive the vehicle, answering their questions, and haggling over the price just to have them decide not to buy, leaving you to start over with a new potential buyer.
When you sell to a dealership, there's far less waiting involved, not to mention the time saved not having to list your vehicle for sale. There are many different sites and platforms to choose from for selling your car. When you're new to the process, it can be a headache to decide what the best fit is. Plus, there's the matter of taking good pictures and getting those posted on your listing. When it comes to selling your car, Northside Mitsubishi is a one-stop shop.
Speaking of headaches, there may be no greater source of cranial pain than the paperwork involved in selling a vehicle. Unless you're already an expert in this sort of thing, you may feel a little lost when trying to get through it all. It may be your first time selling a vehicle, but we've been through the process thousands of times. At Northside Mitsubishi, you can rest assured knowing that all the paperwork is completed exactly as it should be. We're happy to answer any questions you may have along the way to help you sell with confidence.
What Do You Need to Do Before Selling Your Car?
There are a few steps you can take to ensure you're getting the most out of your vehicle. It may be worth your time and money to get certain repairs and services taken care of, like topping off the fluids and making sure your brakes are in good shape. Bring a record of any recent services with you when you visit us so that we have proof of the work you've done. You may also want to do some research to get an idea of what your car is worth. If your vehicle has any factory packages or optional features, that can increase its value.
Another step you may want to take prior to selling your vehicle is having it washed. A clean exterior will help your car make a good first impression. The same goes for the interior. If an appraiser is met with stains, garbage, and an unpleasant smell upon entering your vehicle, they will consider that when determining the value of your car. Throw out any trash that might be hiding behind the seats, and clean up any spills that are lingering. Depending on the shape your car is in, it may be worth getting it detailed. This will ensure it's looking—and smelling—its best when it's time to sell.
Keep in mind that your car will go through a reconditioning process after we buy it, so it's not mandatory that you take care of any cleaning and repairs prior to selling it. Anything left untouched, however, will affect your car's value. Anything you can do yourself or have taken care of inexpensively, like cleaning and having minor scratches or dents repaired, is likely to be worthwhile in the long run. In short, take care of the easy stuff but don’t stress about preparing your car for sale.
What Paperwork Do You Need?
To make selling your car as fast and easy as possible, it's crucial to bring certain paperwork with you. Most importantly, you'll need to bring the vehicle's registration. If it's not fully paid off, obtain the information for your lender and the payoff amount for your loan. You'll also want to bring your driver's license or other official identification so that we know you are who you say you are.
As previously mentioned, it can also be helpful to bring maintenance and service records. Not just for any work done recently but all the documents you have. If you've been diligent about maintaining your car properly and have the paperwork to back this claim up, it can help with negotiating the selling price for your vehicle.
