How to Prepare Your Car for Sale in Hopkinsville, KY
How to Prepare Your Car for Sale in Hopkinsville, KY
If you want to make some money by selling your car, bring it to Toyota of Hopkinsville — because we want to buy it! We’ll give you a great offer for your vehicle, and whether you leave with cash in hand or trade in your vehicle for a new or used model from our inventory, you’re sure to be satisfied with your experience here at our dealership. You can find your ride’s Kelley Blue Book® value on our website in just a few minutes. Want to boost the value even more? Spend some time preparing your car for sale. Keep reading to learn more.
Preparing Your Car for Sale
Your model’s value is based on its age, mileage, trim, features, desirability and condition. While you may not be able to control most of these factors, improving your vehicle’s condition can impact the final payout. A little elbow grease will go a long way. This is your car’s moment in the spotlight; make it look as good as possible by completing these steps.
Interior Cleaning and Detailing
Whether you hire a professional or take care of it yourself, cleaning and detailing your car is a must before selling. If you’d like to save some money, grab your cleaning supplies and focus on these areas.
- Remove all personal items and trash from the car.
- Vacuum the carpet and upholstery thoroughly.
- If the floor mats are stained, you can wash them with carpet shampoo.
- Wash the windows and windshield inside and out.
- Pull twigs and leaves out from the area where the wipers sit.
- Check the trunk for any belongings.
- Ensure that the spare tire, car jack and tools are all in their proper places.
- Want to take it to the next level? Polish your tires and rims for extra sparkle and shine.
Exterior Refurbishments
Over time, you may have grown accustomed to small scratches and dents on your vehicle’s exterior; however, these imperfections can detract from its value. You can fix small issues with a DIY kit from a car parts shop, but others could be extensive enough that you’ll need a professional to repair them. If you decide to take your car to a body shop for repairs, make sure to ask for a quote in advance so that you don’t end up overspending. If the total is too high, it might be best to sell your car as-is.
Minor Repairs and Replacements
Does your car have a burnt-out headlight? Dysfunctional windshield wipers? Oil that’s past due for a change? It’s a good idea to take care of these small issues before you sell your vehicle. However, if your model needs major repairs or replacements (such as a new engine or transmission), we recommend selling it as is.
Removing Customizations
Finally, don’t forget to remove any custom modifications before you sell. While adding stickers, decals and exterior accessories is a great way to customize your vehicle, you’ll want it to be as close to its original state as possible when it’s time to sell it. If your vehicle has major modifications to the paint color or under the hood, just let us know when you bring in your vehicle.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us! Our team will be happy to help, and we can’t wait to give you a great offer for your car. Toyota of Hopkinsville is located at 4395 Fort Campbell Blvd., Hopkinsville, KY 42240, serving the automotive needs of our neighbors from Fort Campbell, Madisonville, Russellville and Western Kentucky.
