Sell My Car in Birmingham, AL

Why Sell Your Car to a Dealership?

There are numerous benefits of selling your car to a Chevy dealership, especially when you want to take advantage of a smooth and fast process. You see, attempting to sell your car on your own takes time and patience, as you’ll need to market your vehicle yourself, and you won’t get paid until it’s sold.

This isn’t the case when you sell your car to a dealership, as we offer you money for your vehicle right away—and more if it’s in especially great condition. Then, we take care of the rest, which can consist of cleaning it up, making repairs, and finding the right buyer for it. This takes a major burden off your shoulders because this process can take a lot more time than you may realize.

Dealerships are exceptionally well-versed in the buying and selling process, and if you’ve never sold a vehicle before, you may not even know where to start. From titles to fees and everything in between, it can be daunting to take this challenge on yourself, which is why many drivers choose to let dealerships like ours handle it.

Before you can even get to this point, though, you’ll need to determine how to price it appropriately, and then you need to sift through interested buyers who are most certainly haggling over the price—and who has time for that? Well, dealerships do, which makes it beneficial for you to sell to us so that you won’t have to deal with the stress of vetting buyers and negotiating over your vehicle.

The biggest advantage of selling to a dealership is that you won’t have to do it alone; we have the tools needed to ensure success, from offering you a fair price for your vehicle to finding the right buyer. Having someone else deal with the time-consuming and stressful procedures is why so many drivers choose to sell their cars to dealerships, so they can get back to the more important areas of their lives.

Everything You Need to Do Before You Sell

You’ll want to set yourself up for success before you sell your car to a dealership, especially when you want to get the best valuation. Doing some research prior to bringing your car in will help you immensely. We advise you to check out sites like Kelley Blue Book to see what vehicles like yours are fetching these days for resale values. Some brands showcase higher resale values than others, so keep this in mind when you’re doing your research; of course, this number can be impacted by many factors, including the condition of the vehicle, how many miles are on the odometer, any modifications made to the vehicle, and so forth.

After you do your research, it’s recommended you clean your vehicle so it’s presentable to the dealership. This can be anything from running it through the car wash to having it professionally detailed. Shine it up and get it sparkling again so that you can show its potential and what it will bring to its future owner. It’s also a good idea to remove any personal items from the vehicle, including bumper stickers and decals, so that it’s prepared for its next owner to make it their own. Although not required, it’s helpful to address any small repairs or maintenance issues, which can drive down its value prior to bringing it in to sell.

Ensuring that it’s been properly maintained is also highly advised. Locate previous maintenance records and ensure your vehicle is up to date with routine services like oil changes and tire rotations, as well as anything that may need to be replaced, such as a cabin air filter. By preparing your vehicle and having a better idea of its value, you’ll have much more success in selling it—and when you work with a reputable dealership like Edwards Chevrolet 280, you're guaranteed an exceptional experience.

What All Papers Do You Need?

Prior to selling your car—whether you’re selling it to a dealership or on your own—you’ll need to gather some important documents so that the process goes smoothly. First of all, if your car is paid off, you’ll need to have a copy of your vehicle’s title. If you still owe money on your vehicle, you can choose to contact your lender for the payoff amount or choose to take less money for it when you sell it to a dealership; this will allow the title to be released from the lender to the dealership. Obtaining the title is a critical part of the process, and failing to obtain it can obstruct the sale from going through.

It’s also advised to locate your vehicle’s maintenance records to prove that you’ve been maintaining it throughout your years of owning it. This can potentially help you get more money in the sale, as the dealership can see that it’s likely free of maintenance issues. Although not required—since the dealership will run its own report—it doesn’t hurt to include a Vehicle History Report with your vehicle; likewise, if your vehicle is still covered under warranty, having proof of this would be beneficial. Take a moment to get organized before heading into the dealership, and you’ll enjoy a seamless experience in selling your car.

Why You Should Sell to Edwards Chevrolet 280