Selling your car

When done right, selling a car privately can yield more money in your pocket than trading it in to a dealer.

You decided to post an ad and you found a buyer. Now it's time to say 
 goodbye to your car. See a few last-minute reminders.

New-vehicle supply has been sinking fast due to plant shutdowns, an ongoing microchip shortage and relentless shopper demand, which has led to soaring used-car trade-in values.

If you’ve been holding onto a used car, there’s a good chance you’ll find generous returns on it right now thanks to the global microchip shortage.

There are plenty of buyers looking for a car in decent running condition that costs less than $5,000. Learn how to sell an old car with these instructions.

Now isn’t the best time to sell your car, but if you must sell, there are steps you can take to keep the process safer for all involved.

You're ready to get rid of your current car and want to get into something 
 new. For many car owners, there's nothing easier than trading in a car to a 
 local dealer. But before you pull into a dealer's lot, make sure you read this 
 guide.

Transferring ownership to the buyer is easy, but details vary by state. We list a few guidelines regarding this part of the transaction.

All transactions are between buyers and sellers. Be aware that Cars.com never participates in transactions between buyers and sellers.