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Selling your car

How to prepare and advertise your car to get the best value, dealing with buyers and what paperwork you need

Where should you sell your car?
Choosing where to sell your car is an important decision. Let’s look at the pros and cons of your various options.
Advice 1 month ago
Tips on selling a used car safely 2024
Watch our short film to go through top tips that will help ensure that you stay safe when you're selling a used car, and then read our full article...
Advice 1 month ago
Valuations: How much is my electric car worth?
Here's how you can keep track of electric car prices, and get the best deal whether buying or selling.
Advice 1 year ago
How to sell my electric car (2025 update)
From getting the right price to finding the right buyer, we're here to help you sell your electric car.
Advice 1 year ago
How do you value your car?
We know what your car is really worth - join the millions who value their car with Auto Trader for a free, accurate valuation.
Advice 2 years ago
The rising popularity of older cars: buying and selling old cars for the best price
More than 15.4m 10-year-old cars will on the road by 2027 - so what's it like to buy and sell such older cars?
News 2 years ago
Insurance write off categories
Everything you need to know about write off category vehicles, including whether you can buy or sell a write off and what Cat A, Cat B, Cat S and...
Advice 3 years ago
How to sell a car
How to sell your car: top tips for getting a good price and a quick sale.
Feature 3 years ago
The best time to sell your car in the UK | 2025 update
Is now the best time to sell your car? We look at how demand for used cars means you could make a profit on your old car.
Advice 3 years ago
Meeting a potential buyer
There’s no need to be nervous when meeting a potential buyer for your car. Just follow our top tips on making appointments, arranging test drives...
Advice 5 years ago
Selling a car: what payment method to accept
You can use bank transfers, cash in hand, cheque or escrow to receive payment when selling your car. Here’s what you need to know about securely...
Advice 5 years ago
Building an advert that'll sell your car (2025 update)
Wondering what to write when selling a car? Here’s how to create an effective and eye-catching advert in minutes on Auto Trader.
Advice 5 years ago
Top tips to stay safe online
Buying a vehicle can be a safe and straightforward process, as long as you take these few simple steps to protect yourself when buying online.
Advice 7 years ago
How can I sell a car with outstanding finance?
More and more buyers are using finance schemes to buy new and used cars, but what happens when you need to get rid of the car before you've finished...
Advice 7 years ago
How to spot and avoid potential scams
Cybercrime is becoming part and parcel of everyday life, so here we explain the possible problems you may face and how you can protect yourself from...
Advice 9 years ago
How to ensure your payment is made safely
No matter whether you're buying or selling, a smooth payment is the best way to end a successful transaction. Here, we explain how to take the risk...
Advice 9 years ago
Why you should know who your buyer is
If you're contacted by a company promising to buy your car or claiming to have buyers ready and waiting, beware. These are usually scams, and some...
Advice 9 years ago
How to attract more interest for your advert
Are you thinking of selling your car? There are a few simple hints and tips to help you sell your car as quickly and easily as possible. Watch our...
Advice 9 years ago
What can I do with a used car’s remaining warranty?
In many cases, a car's warranty can be transferred to its new owner, but as ever, the devil is in the detail.
Advice 9 years ago
Why you should sell with Auto Trader
Are you thinking of selling your car? You could place an advert on Auto Trader in just three simple steps. Watch our video below to find out more
Advice 9 years ago

The latest car reviews and news from our team

Selling your car

Where should you sell your car?

Tips on selling a used car safely 2024

Valuations: How much is my electric car worth?

How to sell my electric car (2025 update)

How do you value your car?

The rising popularity of older cars: buying and selling old cars for the best price

Insurance write off categories

How to sell a car

The best time to sell your car in the UK | 2025 update

Meeting a potential buyer

Selling a car: what payment method to accept

Building an advert that'll sell your car (2025 update)

Top tips to stay safe online

How can I sell a car with outstanding finance?

How to spot and avoid potential scams

How to ensure your payment is made safely

Why you should know who your buyer is

How to attract more interest for your advert

What can I do with a used car’s remaining warranty?

Why you should sell with Auto Trader

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