How to Sell an F-150 Truck
The value of Ford F-150s, as with most trucks, remains steady after initial depreciation. Privately selling your truck will usually allow you to make the most money. Learning the basics of selling your F-150 will give you the leverage you need to get the highest price.
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Instructions
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Find out the going price for the F-150 you're looking to sell. Look up year as well as style (SuperCrew and Styleside) in the Kelly Blue Book. Remember, this value is an estimate and might not accurately reflect your local market. Check truck sale websites and prices in your locality. On the internet, do searches based on specific criteria (miles, color, condition, etc). Determine an asking price and allow for the price to fluctuate.
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Have your F-150 professionally cleaned, and make sure to get the tires waxed. Collect all maintenance records you have and order a Carfax report to show potential buyers. Have a trusted mechanic do a check-up; this will add more leverage in the bargaining process.
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Place ads in your local newspapers and auto shopper publications. List your truck in online classified ads on websites such as automotive.com. Place free internet ads on craigslist.com. Buy For Sale signs and place them on the windshield and back window along with your contact number and the asking price (only if you feel it will help the sale). Park your car in a visible, medium-traffic area where cars often stop at red lights or wait for periods of time.
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Tailor your ad to your truck's selling points. Include the make, model and year of your F-150. Include other details as you see fit, such as odometer mileage, detailing and new maintenance work. Be available to answer phone calls and e-mails you receive. Don't lag on responding, because a quick response shows seriousness and builds trust. Allow time to give the potential buyer a chance to test-drive the vehicle. Make sure they have a driver's license and ride along to answer any questions.
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Negotiate if the buyer makes an offer below your asking price. Agree on a price and begin the title transfer. Check with your state department of motor vehicles (DMV) about car sale laws. Record the numbers on the odometer (in case they get into an accident when they drive away) and have the buyer sign. Take only cash or a cashier's check as payment; no personal checks. Sign over the title and other forms, such as the release of liability. Call your insurance provider to cancel your truck policy.
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Tips & Warnings
Speak with other F-150 owners about sales. Most F-150 owners are truck enthusiasts and will have information on sales, history of sales, what certain trucks are worth and access to special buyers.
Be honest about the truck's condition to avoid any post-sale hassle. Once the car is signed and off the lot, you are no longer legally responsible. Until then, err on the side of honesty and caution.
