How to Sell Your Car or Truck Online

If you have a car or truck that you are looking to get rid of, consider placing an ad for it online. The chances of making a sale are better if more people see your car, so putting ads on the Internet is a great solution.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Email account
• Method of payment (to place ad)
• Digital camera
• Computer with Internet access

1. Choose a place to put your ad. You can sell it through auction on ebay, or choose another Web site that specializes in car sales.

2. Place an ad by following the directions on the Web site that you have chosen.

3. Upload digital images of your car–—the more pictures, the better.

4. Be prepared for calls at all hours about your car.

5. Once an offer is made, conduct the transaction in person if possible.

6. Receive payment, then ship the car or allow it to be picked up.

Tips & Warnings

• For the best results, place several ads.
• Make sure that shipment of the vehicle is covered in your negotiations.
• Be flexible if you are in a hurry to sell.
• If the ad requires that you pay with a credit card, only enter the information if the address bar begins with "https." The “s” is important, because it means that your connection is secure.
• Use caution when dealing with buyers online–—they can be less than honest.