How to Sell a Car at a Dealership

If you’re considering selling your car in greater Port Washington, you can expect an impressive offer thanks to the automotive production crisis created by the chip shortage. But, how does selling your car to a dealership work? And how can you maximize the value of your car? Read on to learn about everything you need to know before you contact Rallye Lexus and begin the process at our showroom in Glen Cove. 

How Does Selling Your Car to a Dealership Work?

The steps of how to sell a car at a dealership in greater Roslyn are quite simple. First, you’ll want to: 

• Deep Clean Your Car: Take your vehicle to the car wash, have it waxed, and then, detail the interior. If your windshield wipers need to be replaced or your floor mats are beaten up, replace them as well, but don’t worry about getting an oil change. 
• List Out the Perks of Your Car: Write out all the benefits of your vehicle, from any customizations you’ve added, accessories, and extra key fobs to its perfect maintenance history. 
• Research Your Car’s Value: Get estimates from tools like KBB.com and Cars.com to get an idea of how much your vehicle is worth. Bring these appraisals with you. 
• Contact Our Used Car Manager: Next up, you’ll want to get in touch with our Used Car Manager and schedule an inspection to have your vehicle officially appraised. 
• The Vehicle Inspection: The Used Car Manager will inspect your vehicle, run a vehicle history report on it, and give you an official offer. 
• Closing the Deal: You’ll then decide whether to accept the offer. Be prepared to you your list of perks and outside appraisals to leverage for the best offer. Once you’ve reached an agreement, close the deal. 
• Choosing Cash or Credit: You can take the value of your old car in cash or credit towards another vehicle on our lot. If you plan on taking credit, then, explore our inventory of Lexus models and apply for financing! 

Have Questions About How to Sell Your Car to a Dealership? 

If you have any more questions about the steps of selling a car near Manhasset, don’t hesitate to call Rallye Lexus at (516) 303-9635. Our associates in Glen Cove are on standby and ready to answer any questions you may have. If you’re trading for credit, be sure to explore our new vehicle specials to further maximize your savings!