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Originally Posted by awhatzable
My car is a little over 2 years old. My state doesn't require a roadworthy certificate, I was wondering if that would that put buyers off if I try selling without one?
Also, what is the best way to receive payment from a buyer? What is the process like?
Is there anything I should watch out for?
This is the first time I'm selling a car privately and I don't have anyone else around me that can help me through the process.
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I bought second hand recently, and my folks have sold cars on carsales before.
1st. People prefer a road worthy, just so they know the vehicle is in condition to be driven. Yeah its only a 2 year old car, but it all helps. Plus, you dont close your doors to any potential buyers. So a road worthy is definitely recommended. Especially when its not needed in your state, it helps you differ your car from the crowd.
2. Receiving of the money is ultimately up to the buyer, they may prefer a direct bank transfer, cheque, or cash. I paid cash for mine and a lot of people do prefer cash.
3. Watch out for buyers from other states! Its highly recommended to only sell to those within your state. For example, people who may be on oil riggers and wanting to buy the car and sending someone else to look at the car. It actually happens very often as odd as it sounds. Very risky business, and dont even respond to their interest if their from another state. Also, 'tyre kickers' people who just come for a look to suss out the car and waste your time, dont offer them a test drive if theyre not really interested. If theyre interested, on their first time, you take them for the drive and then if they come a second time and are keen, then offer them a test drive. But make sure you get their license details, address, name, etc. etc.
I too bought off Carsales, so best of luck with your sale mate!
Mason