Hawthorne Press Tribune
Herald Publications - El Segundo, Hawthorne, Lawndale & Inglewood Community Newspapers Since 1911 - (310) 322-1830 - Vol. 63, No. 46 - November 18, 2021
The Weekly Newspaper of Hawthorne
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Community Cleanup Day was a huge success. One-hundred volunteers was the goal, and over two-hundred volunteers came out to help clean up our community. Photo courtesy City of Hawthorne.
How to Sell Your Car in 3 Easy Steps
(BPT) - Thinking about selling or trading in
your old ride? It can be hard to say goodbye
but consider this: used cars are currently in
high demand and your pre-loved pal could be
worth more than you think. As you prepare
to sell your car, there are a few easy steps to
follow to ensure you’re fully prepared before
handing over the keys. Not sure where to start?
Here are three tips to make selling your car
hassle-free.
Step 1: Find out how much your ride
is worth
The first step to selling your car is knowing
its value (and no, we’re not talking about the
sentimental kind). Start by getting an appraisal.
CarMax, the nation’s largest buyer and seller
of used autos, has an online appraisal tool that
gives you a real offer for your car in less than
two minutes. CarMax offers are good for seven
days, so you have time to think it over and
compare options. While it can be tempting to
pick up your new car and trade in your old
wheels all in one stop, take the extra step to
get multiple offers - this will help you feel
more confident in the value of your car and
your decision to sell.
Step 2: Explore your options
When it comes to saying goodbye to your old
ride, you have three choices: sell it yourself,
trade it in at a traditional dealership, or sell it
directly to a retailer that specializes in buying and
selling used cars. Leaning toward selling it yourself?
This takes the most time - from research
to advertising and negotiating - but can leave
you with a solid profit at the end of the day.
Trading your car in at a traditional dealership
may eliminate some of the stress of selling it
yourself, however, you’ll want to do your homework
so you can spot if the dealer tries to inflate
the price of the new car or lowball the offer
on your trade-in. Selling to a used car retailer
like CarMax guarantees a no-haggle, fully
transparent experience where you can get a
fast, customized offer in-hand. CarMax will buy
your car even if you don’t buy one from them.
Step 3: Have your paperwork ready
Not sure what to bring with you? While
requirements may vary by state, you’ll likely
want to have a valid, state-issued ID, your current
vehicle registration, and all keys (or fobs)
in-hand when you’re ready to sell. You’ll also
want to have your car title or payoff information
handy - and don’t forget, all titleholders
should be present!
We all know a vehicle becomes more than
“just a car.” From road trips with the family
to picking up that special someone for a first
date, our cars play a big role in our lives. While
saying goodbye may be bittersweet, it opens
the door to new memories in the making - so
whether your next car is new or new to you,
the future is an open road! •
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