Selling your car
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Check out our primer for first-time sellers seeking guidance on prepping and selling their vehicle.
By Cars.com Editors
March 11, 2022
When done right, selling a car privately can yield more money in your pocket than trading it in to a dealer.
By Cars.com Editors
March 4, 2022
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.
By Cars.com Editors
March 2, 2022
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.
By Jane Ulitskaya
June 15, 2021
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.
By Jane Ulitskaya
May 4, 2021
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.
By Rick Popely
January 30, 2021
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.
By Mike Hanley
May 13, 2020
By Cars.com Editors
February 26, 2018
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.
By Cars.com Editors
February 2, 2018
Transferring ownership to the buyer is easy, but details vary by state. We list a few guidelines regarding this part of the transaction.
By Cars.com Editors
December 18, 2017