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Is it good to sell a car on Craigslist, or should I use another platform?

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The pros of Craigslist are that you can be very focused in terms of who you're selling to. The listing can be very local, so you won't need to go far when you're meeting potential buyers. You also don't have to pay a whole lot to list the vehicle, which a lot of other platforms require. The big downside is the scammers. There tend to be a lot of them on that platform, so choose your buyer carefully.

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How would I put a 1993 Camaro on Craigslist?

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You would first need to make an account to be able to post and sell items. Once this is done, you would want to create a post and select a category to place it in, then give detailed descriptions of the car and supply adequate pictures of both the exterior and interior.

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When selling a car, do I have to state cash only?

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If you want to be safe, ask for cash only. Meet at a bank to make sure the money is not fake.

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What is the safest way to get paid when selling a car?

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Arrange the meeting for payment inside the seller's bank so you can watch a cashier's check being drawn and issued directly to you. If paying cash, you can meet at a police station.

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Will I need to pay a fee to Craigslist once the car is sold?

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No. Craigslist is a free website. Once you sell your car, remove the ad so that no one else tries to buy it.

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Do I have to put the VIN number of the car on the application?

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You don't have to, but it helps you get more calls for your car. if you don't put your VIN number, most people think you have something to hide about your car so they don't call you (even if there is no negative report on your Carfax).

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When do I cancel my insurance?

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After the sale is final and you have turned in the license plate. Otherwise, you may be penalized by the DMV. The bad part is that you may not even know that you have been penalized until the next time you try to renew your driver's license.

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Is it OK to use Paypal to sell a car on Craigslist?

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Selling it by cash or bank transaction is the safest way.

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How do I list a vehicle that is equipped with handicap capability - ex. the vehicle has an automatic lift/ramp that enables transportation of a mobility scooter which is included with the vehicle?

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List the car as you would normally, but in the title include "handicap-equipped." In the description include pictures of the setup in operation, and a more detailed description of the vehicle's specific handicap features.

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How do l get an email address and not use my personal email?

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You can create an email account for free through Gmail or Yahoo to list on your ad. This will help you avoid having to rely on your personal email.

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What is the VIN number?

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VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number. It is a code that provides info like year, manufacturer, make, model, trim level, engine, body style. For a basic VIN decode go to the AutoZone website.

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How do I list a vehicle that needs a transmission on Criagslist?

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Selling a car that is not fully functional is always difficult since most people don't want the hassle of having to repair a car before they can use it for transportation. Consider obtaining estimates for the transmission repairs and present these to potential buyers when negotiating your selling price. Listing it as a "Mechanic's Special" or "For Parts or Rebuild" should attract the mechanically minded to your ad but most rebuilders drive a hard bargain, so be prepared to accept a lower selling price for your car.

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How do I post a picture from my laptop to Craigslist?

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Press the “Add images” button while doing the post. Most of the time, you will be prompted to select which image. If the laptop you are using is Windows 10, then press the “Photos” button.

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