How Long Does It Take To Sell A Car In NSW?

If you are selling a vehicle in NSW, the time to sell can be an important factor. If you could sell your vehicle easily in a week this wouldn’t be an issue. But when weeks become months you’ll start wondering when you’ll actually get the cash in your account.

In this guide you’ll get a good idea about the expected time frame to sell your car and tips to help get you get your used car sold faster.

Average Duration To Sell A Used Car In NSW

According to our experience in the car selling business, it takes on average 30-60 days to sell a car. When selling a car privately it could a lot take even longer as you need to put in additional effort and wait for buyer to come to you.

However this can vary based on what method you use:

Wrecker or cash for cars company: Selling to a wrecker is one of the fastest methods of selling a car. At Cash For Car Buyer we consistently help our customers sell their cars in 1 day or even less.

Car dealer: Selling to a car dealer can also offer a quick selling option with most sales being finalised within a few days. However this can vary depending on the condition of your car, with older cars being harder to sell, thus taking longer.

Private sale: This is one of the methods that can take the longest as you have to deal with multiple buyers and negotiate on price before a sale can be finalised. This method can take anywhere from a few weeks to months.

Factors That Impact The Time Of Sale

• Finance Owing: Any loans or finance outstanding on a car can deter potential buyers and add unnecessary complications for them.
• Condition of Car: Better-condition cars tend to sell faster. However if you sell to a wrecker, they will be happy to buy your car regardless of condtion.
• Car Model: Popular and newer car models tend to sell much faster as demand is higher.
• Odometer Rating: Cars with fewer km’s on the odometer are generally easier to sell.
• RWC status: Selling a car with a Road Worthy Certificate (RWC) is significantly easier as it increases the confidence of potential buyers in your car’s roadworthiness.

 

Tips for Selling Your Car Faster

Setting the Right Price

Make sure to do your research by looking at online car price guides and other similar online listings, to set an attractive selling price. If you set the price too high you might end up with no inquiries at all!

Basic Maintenance And Appearance

Investing a little time in improving your car’s appearance through basic maintenance can make a big difference when it comes to selling. This can include removing any rubbish inside the car and washing your car before taking photos. A clean, well-presented vehicle attracts potential buyers and leads to a quicker sale.

Advertisement Quality

Having an honest in-depth description with quality pictures can make your listing stand out and help potential buyers feel more confident about going forward with buying your car.

Use A Variety Of Platforms

We recommend using several car-selling platforms at once eg: Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace etc. This will increase the reach of your car ad to different audiences and make an eventual sale come much sooner.

Beware of Car Buying Scams

Exercise caution to avoid scams, especially from international or out of state buyers. Be wary of unusual payment methods, buyers that are pressuring you into a quick sale and deals that are ‘too good to be true’.

Don’t Wait, Sell Instantly to Cash For Car Buyers

With over a decade of auto buying experience, Cash For Car Buyer ensures fair market offer for vehicles in any condition. Experience top cash offers, free car removal and instant payment. With us, you won’t have to wait around for an offer to come to you as we make plenty of competitive cash deals for used cars daily. 

 Call us today at 0487 000 600 or fill out our online form by clicking on ‘Get a quote’.

 

FAQ

How long does it take to sell a car on Facebook marketplace? 

Some sellers find buyers within a few days, while others may take weeks or even months. Facebook marketplace is known for having a large number of time wasters as it is not a dedicated car selling platform. This can significantly increase selling times.

How long does it take to sell a car on CarSales? 

Some sellers find buyers within a few days, while others may take weeks or more to sell. You can also achieve a quicker sale by spending more on your advertisement, as it will be shown to more buyers. Carsales is a dedicated car selling platform which can also contribute to reduced selling times.