As you’re aware Auto Trader operates as a way for sellers to advertise their cars as it allows them to reach out to masses of potential buyers. However, it also has a dealership portal, which allows car dealers to log in and buy and sell vehicles. This allows dealers to get in contact with private sellers and purchase the exact cars that they want to buy as well as helping sellers sell their vehicle and get some cash.

If you want to be noticed faster you have to pay Autotrader for the pleasure, which could cost almost £50 for their standard listing.

If you’re selling your car on Auto Trader, you would just write your advert and upload any photos that you have of your car that you think would help it to sell. Then it’s just a case of waiting a while for a potential buyer to pick up the phone and call you. If you do manage to find a buyer all that’s left to do is close the deal. This may involve some negotiating of price, and will definitely involve the transfer of important car documents.

Once you’ve done that and you’ve agreed on your price, you’ll receive your money and you can wave goodbye to your car and its new owner.