Is It Easier To Trade In a Car Or Sell a Car Privately?

A private car sale is no guarantee that you’ll receive a fair price. With many factors at play, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of selling your vehicle privately vs. trading it in at a car dealership. Lancaster Motor Company, your trusted Chevy Dealership near Rock Hill, South Carolina, can help you consider your options!

To get started, our Buyback Team has compiled a list of things to think about when selling your car privately:

● If your vehicle is experiencing any issues, try to schedule repairs before selling it.

● Deep clean both the interior and exterior to make your vehicle as appealing as possible to potential buyers.

● Pay off any outstanding loans so that you can receive the title and easily transfer ownership to the buyer. It is more complicated to sell a car without a title.

● Take high quality pictures for the advertisement process.

● Choose where you want to advertise, such as social media, online ad, local newspaper, etc.

● Be sure to respond quickly to phone calls, texts and emails from potential buyers.

● Schedule a test drive with interested buyers – preferably in a safe public location.

● Negotiate a selling price and then handle the paperwork to transfer the title.

● Deposit the payment and make sure it is legitimate. Remember that accepting a check from a stranger is always risky.

● Get a lawyer involved immediately if trouble arises with the sale. The buyer may try to claim that you sold them a car that does not work properly.

It’s clear that selling your vehicle privately is a major responsibility – one that can be inconvenient and time consuming. Trading in your pre-owned vehicle is much simpler, especially here at Lancaster Motor Company! We’ve streamlined the process to get you in and out quickly.

How to Trade In at Our Dealership

Our online trade-in tool is a great place to start, so check it out now for a Kelley Blue Book instant cash offer! Then, bring your vehicle to the dealership for an inspection and appraisal. Bring any relevant paperwork along, including:

● Vehicle’s title

● Registration

● Insurance documents

● Loan details

Do you have a remaining balance on your auto loan? No problem! Our Finance Department will customize a payment plan that works for your budget. If your vehicle’s loan is already paid off, you can put your trade-in credit toward a down payment on a new car!

Why Trade In Your Car at Lancaster Motor Company?

There are numerous benefits to trading in your vehicle with our dealership, like the following:

● Save time and hassle.

● Receive the best fair market value.

● Get honest, transparent service.

● Let us handle the paperwork (title transfer, registration and more)

● Pay less taxes. (Only pay sales tax on the difference between your trade-in value and new vehicle price!)

When you buy a new Chevrolet vehicle, we offer a comprehensive owner benefit program called Chevrolet Complete Care. Click here to visit the Chevrolet Owner Center, a one-stop, online resource for all your vehicle needs! Enjoy exclusive access to:

● View Service Records

● Download Owner’s Manuals

● View warranty status

● Assist with Bluetooth pairing

● And more!

Conveniently located in Lancaster, SC, a better car-buying experience is just a short drive from Fort Mill, SC and Rock Hill, SC! Browse our extensive new or used inventory online or come see us today!

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