Things You'll Need:
- Photos of the car
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Step 1
Include the basics of the car such as the year, make, model, trim level and mileage.
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Step 2
Emphasize the extras such as upgrades, mechanical replacements and unique features of the car you are attempting to sell.
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Step 3
Include the price of the car for sale. Buyers will disregard an ad without pricing information.
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Step 4
Utilize common ad phrases to communicate your intentions with the sale. Phrases such as "OBO (or best offer)" or "must sell" express your willingness to negotiate for a quick sale. A word like "firm" will express your desire to stick to your asking price with no negotiations.
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Step 5
Use descriptive terms to entice the buyer and generate interest. "Low mileage," "one owner" and "fuel efficient" are all positive characteristics that will grab the buyer's attention.
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Step 6
Include photos to further advertise the car. Most people tend to be visually oriented and benefit from seeing an image of the car. It is important to use multiple photos taken from different angles of both the exterior and interior of the car.
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Step 1
Include your ad in the classifieds of your local newspaper. This traditional means of advertising can be costly, but it is usually an effective way to sell.
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Step 2
Utilize online automobile sites such as AutoTrader to market your car to a wider audience.
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Step 3
Advertise in online classifieds such as Craig's List (see Resources below).
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Step 4
Place the ad in weekly "shoppers" and giveaway newspapers.
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Step 5
Post your ad on bulletin boards at your office, as well as college campuses and grocery stores.
