 TITLE: Should I Sell or Trade In My Car? CONTENT: When Should I Sell My Car Myself?\n---------------------------------\nHere are some situations where it makes sense to sell your car for cash instead of trading it in:\n*   You can make a lot more money on the sale.\n*   You have the time required to sell the vehicle.\n*   You have enough money for a down payment on your new car without needing to sell the old one first.\n*   If you traded it in, you'd get less value than what you owe on the vehicle.\nHowever, there are also some reasons to think twice about trying to sell your car on your own:\n*   You don't have the time to go through the sometimes lengthy process of selling a car.\n*   You're not experienced in negotiating, and you're worried about losing value to a savvy buyer.\n*   You don't have enough cash for a down payment on your new car.\nIf you decide to sell the vehicle yourself, you'll start by cleaning both the interior and exterior to make it ready for prospective buyers—if it's dirty, you could have a disadvantage during negotiations. Even spending the money on a full detail could net you more return on the sale. Next, you'll list the car on local classifieds and websites like Craigslist.\nOnce you start receiving calls, you'll need to take the time to answer any questions prospective buyers have and ride along on test drives when they come to see the vehicle. You'll also need to negotiate and be willing to be patient for the right deal.\nOnce you agree on a price and the buyer pays you, you'll need to sign over the title to the new owner if you have it. If you don't, you'll need to get payment from the buyer and use it to pay off your loan and request that the lender sign over the title to the new owner. END