Are you asking yourself, "Is it time to sell my car?" If so, you may be wondering if you should just try selling it on your own. After all, you'll be able to get more money for it and have control over who is interested in it, right? Well, not exactly. Selling your car on your own can be met with many stressful repercussions, which may be more of a headache than a rewarding experience.
This is why many drivers choose to eliminate this stress and head straight to a reputable dealership when they want to sell their car. Here at Ruge's Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we're happy to help you sell your car, whether you no longer need it or want to get into a more suitable vehicle. Here are six of the advantages of selling your car to a dealer instead of privately.
#1 - It's Simple & Convenient
When you sell your car to a dealership, the process is exceptionally streamlined. You come in with your car, our team will appraise it, and you'll be given a value for it. If you choose to accept this value, you can either leave with cash in hand or shop our inventory for a car that's more in tune with your needs, putting this money toward your purchase.
It's all done in one place, with the dealership handling all the tough stuff so that all you have to do is sell your car and be on your way with the rest of your day. Should you wish to trade in your vehicle, you'll have options to shop from, instead of being without a vehicle after it's sold; this route helps drivers get out of their old car and into a new one in no time.
#2 - You Get Paid Right Away
Getting paid when you put your car up for sale isn't always immediate when you choose to do it yourself. You may put your car on various marketplaces to drum up interest, only for it to sit for months without any traffic. You may also be met by interested parties who want to whittle down the price, so much so that you're second-guessing selling it in the first place.
With a dealership, you get cash in hand right away, leaving us to find a buyer for your vehicle. There's no waiting and no games, allowing you to get what your vehicle is worth and either use it toward a new vehicle or something else that you're saving for, like a vacation or a down payment on a house.
#3 - All Paperwork Is Done Properly
If you've ever sold a car yourself before, you may be a little more seasoned when it comes to the legal aspects of it; however, if this is your first time, it can be a daunting experience. Certain paperwork and legalities need to be handled properly to complete the sale of your vehicle; if you aren't well-versed in all of this, you run the risk of making mistakes and being legally responsible for them.
Do yourself a favor and let the professionals handle the paperwork so that you don't have to question whether or not you did everything by the book. We're knowledgeable and experienced with the car buying and selling processes, and we handle all of these details so that you don't have to lie awake at night worrying that you did something wrong.
#4 - You'll Enjoy Competitive Prices
Dealerships can offer top value for vehicles in great condition, making it easier to get what you really want for your car instead of having to settle for what interested buyers are offering. Prospective buyers will almost always try to get you to reduce the price of your vehicle, haggling over the smallest things and causing many sellers to waver and sell for less than they wanted.
Dealerships work off of market value, which allows us to be competitive with our rates so that you can get more money for your former travel companion. You're able to get even more when your vehicle is in excellent condition, taken care of, and properly maintained, so keep this in mind if you want to ensure that you're getting the most amount of money possible for your car. Leave the negotiating to us; when you want to get a fair price for your vehicle and not have to worry about the hassle of negotiation, you'll want to sell to a dealership.
#5 - It's Safer & Less of a Hassle
You never know who is going to be interested in your vehicle. It will most likely not be someone you know, which means that certain precautions need to be taken in order to ensure that you stay safe when meeting with prospective buyers. If you want to avoid this circumstance, working with a dealership offers a safe place for you to sell your car without having to worry about meeting up with strangers in unfamiliar places.
Selling to a dealership is also less of a hassle, as you won't have to market your vehicle to prospective buyers and wait for someone to be interested in buying it. The dealership handles all of this for you, leaving you to enjoy the cash you received or your new car without having to worry about the hassle of trying to find someone else to buy your old car. You also won't have to recondition it or clean it up (although this would help you get more money for it). We'll get your car in tip-top shape before it takes its place on the used car lot, ready for its next owner.
#6 - It Saves Time
In the end, selling to a dealership is a huge timesaver. You don't have to spend hours creating marketing ads for it or making "For Sale" signs to place on the windshield. You don't have to sift through interested buyers, haggling over prices, and settling for less than what you deserve. You also won't have to stress if your vehicle is for sale longer than you thought it would be. All of this is placed on the dealership's shoulders, making it easy to get in and get out without having to worry about all of the details that go into the sale of a car.
When you want to ensure that you're selling your car in the best possible way, partnering with a trusted dealership will do just that. Not just any dealership can provide you with the value you deserve and the experience you demand; fortunately, Ruge's CDJR is one of the best places to sell your car, offering a quick, seamless process, competitive rates, and an impressive inventory of trade-in options, should you be in the market for another vehicle.
We are thoroughly experienced in the entire process, completing the necessary paperwork for you so that you won't have to doubt that it was done fully and correctly. If you want ultimate convenience, assurance, and confidence during the sale of your vehicle, you won't find this by selling it privately; you'll want to team up with a dealership that can handle everything for you so that all you have to do is collect the proceeds.