Preparing a vehicle for sale is mostly about honest records, clear presentation, and safe communication. Do not conceal known problems or alter documents.
Prepare the vehicle and records
- Remove personal information from the car and connected accounts
- Gather title, service records, manuals, and spare keys
- Clean the vehicle and photograph its current condition accurately
- Research your state’s title-transfer and bill-of-sale requirements
Keep the transaction safe
Use a safe meeting place, verify the payment method, and complete title-transfer steps exactly as required by your state. Keep copies of the signed sale documents.