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Typing “sell my car Melbourne” into a search brings up plenty of ways to advertise, value or trade in a car. The more useful question is what happens after the first number appears. A private asking price may change during negotiations, while an online valuation may still need to be checked against the actual car. Payment, handover and the VicRoads transfer steps come later. It is worth looking at the whole process when choosing the best place to sell your car.
Cars24 offers a direct-sale route for owners who want to sell a used car in Melbourne without placing a public ad. Enter your rego or VIN in the Cars24 valuation tool to receive an initial valuation. This first figure does not commit you to sell. If you decide to continue, Cars24 inspects the car and provides an amount for you to review.
Cars24 becomes the buyer only when both sides agree and sign the Purchase Agreement. The remaining paperwork, bank transfer and handover are then arranged with the seller. Cars based elsewhere can be valued through the pages for selling a car in Sydney or selling a car in Brisbane.
You can see the first figure before deciding if you actually want to sell. From there, the process works like this:
Enter your rego or VIN in the Cars24 valuation form and choose Victoria.
You will receive an initial valuation based on the car details available at that stage.
Take a look at the figure and decide if it is worth going further. There is no obligation to continue.
Cars24 then arranges a free inspection. Depending on the sale, this may be done in person or virtually.
After checking the car, its condition and records, Cars24 provides an amount for you to review.
If you are happy with that amount and Cars24 agrees to buy the car, both sides sign the Purchase Agreement. The agreed Total Purchase Price appears in this contract.
Have your seller documents ready, along with a current payout statement if finance is owing. Cars24 then coordinates the bank transfer and handover. Owners with an existing loan can also read the guide to selling a financed car.
Someone searching for an “instant car offer Melbourne” may expect a final price on screen. The first Cars24 figure is an initial valuation, not a firm offer. If your goal is to sell your vehicle fast, leave time for the inspection, papers and agreement.
Two cars can be the same age and model and still not be worth the same amount. One might have fewer kilometres, while the other has been serviced on time, kept in better condition and comes with all its keys. The exact variant, vehicle history, approved modifications and current demand for similar cars also play a part.
If you plan to sell your car in Melbourne, give an honest account of its condition in the valuation form. Mention any dents, warning lights or missing service records rather than leaving them to be found at inspection. It helps Cars24 base the initial valuation on the right information. You can also read how dealers work out the value of a used car.
Cars24 may ask for different items based on the car and its owner. Here are the commonly required documents you should have ready:
Current photo ID.
Rego or proof-of-ownership records.
All available keys.
Service books, manuals and repair records, if available.
Accessories included in the sale.
A current lender payout statement if finance is owing.
Signed Victorian transfer papers asked for in the sale.
Check the Cars24 guide to documents needed when selling a car. Ensure that all personal items, toll tags and saved phone data have been removed before handover.
Victoria has different rules for a private sale and a sale to a licensed dealer. If you sell a registered car privately, you must tell VicRoads within 14 days and complete a notice of disposal with the buyer. Most private sales also need a current Roadworthy Certificate. VicRoads says an RWC is only needed when the car is sold to a private buyer.
A direct sale to Cars24 is a dealer sale; read where the Cars24 Terms of Sale list its Victorian motor car trader licence as 0012133. VicRoads says the dealer manages the transfer, but you may still need to sign forms and provide your rego and ownership papers. Our team will assist you with what will be lodged, stop any rego direct debit and check your myVicRoads account after the transfer.
Cars24 currently has seller pages for these Victorian locations:
Inspection, pickup and handover options still need to be confirmed for your address. A listed Cars24 office should not be treated as a walk-in location unless the team confirms it.
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Still paying off your car? You may still be able to sell it! Tell Cars24 about the loan early and ask your lender for a current payout statement. This will show how much is left to pay and where the money needs to go. You can also read this guide to know more about selling a car with finance owing.
A PPSR search can show if a security interest is recorded against the car, but it will not tell you the loan balance. If the sale goes ahead, the Cars24 Terms of Sale allow part or all of the Total Purchase Price to be used to pay the lender once you provide the statement and give permission. If you owe more than the agreed price, speak to the lender and our team before signing so you know how the difference will be covered.
A private sale gives you control over the ad, asking price and buyer. It also leaves you to answer messages, arrange test drives, check the payment and complete the VicRoads paperwork.
A trade-in is useful if you are buying another car, as its agreed value comes off your next purchase. Dealer-bidding services share the car with a group of used car buyers in Melbourne. Cash-for-cars services often buy older, damaged or unwanted cars and may also arrange removal.
Cars24 buys cars directly. You can start online and receive an initial valuation before deciding if you want to go ahead. If you continue, the car is inspected and you receive an amount to review. The sale only goes ahead if you and Cars24 agree and sign the Purchase Agreement.
The best place to sell your car will depend on the type of sale you want. The Cars24 guide to selling privately or to a dealer explains the main differences.
Frequently asked questions
For selling outright: Selling your car begins by providing detailed information about the car and its current condition to receive an valuation valid for 7 days. Following this, you can seamlessly schedule an inspection at a time that suits you best. After the inspection, simply share your payment details with us, and rest assured, the funds will be transferred a day before the scheduled pickup of your car, ensuring a smooth and efficient transaction.
For trade-in: Enter your car details to receive an offer valid for 7 days. Once you've selected the new car you'd like to purchase, get your trade-in valuation as the price off on your new car. Following the inspection of your used car, whether through photos or in person, both parties will engage in the mutual signing of the contract. To add to the convenience, your trade-in vehicle will be efficiently picked up at the time of your new car's delivery, marking the completion of a hassle-free trade-in process.
The selling process is online and can even be done in 2 days. The timeline for selling your car is contingent on factors such as the availability of inspection slots, necessary paperwork, mutual signing of contracts, and your current location.
Simply add your car details to receive an trade-in value of your car. The offer will be valid for 7 days. Once you've selected the car you wish to purchase, leverage your trade-in valuation as a price deduction on your new vehicle. Following the inspection of your used car through photos or in person, both parties will mutually sign the contract. Your trade-in car will be picked up conveniently at the time of the next car's delivery.
We purchase all cars that meet our acceptance policy criteria. You'll be provided an option to sell or trade-in your car.
Selling your cars at the best prices demands patience, honesty and commitment. Along with the knowledge of your car and its worth, insights into market trends are also an important factor in getting the best prices. If you are short on time, you can check the value of your car through the Cars24 online car valuation calculator. You can study the market trends regarding price and demand on our blog. Once you have a good idea of the worth of your car and market insights and you are happy with the quote Cars24 has offered you, book an inspection online at your selected date and time slot.
After the inspection is completed, selling your car becomes easy. If all the necessary paperwork is in order, and both parties have mutually signed the contracts, you can then confirm your preferred date for the pickup of your car.
