zeitgeist57 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 It's been awhile since I've sold a car online - I'm pretty good at buying them, not getting rid of them - so I'd love to hear people's recent experiences with different online resources. - eBay: The tried-and-true way to get a good, detailed ad out there that's cross-searched by a lot of different search engines as well. Cost is $125. - Bring-A-Trailer (BaT): For $250, has anyone used this to sell a "classic" car (or as classic as 1985 is these days...) - AutoTrader: I use them to browse more modern car makes/models - are they good for older vehicles? How are the prices? - Craigslist: No. Just...no. I refuse to sell something like a car through CL anymore. As the internet has taught me: "Just because something is free does not make it valuable." Welcome your feedback. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 You could always try to list it on a local buy sell trade facebook page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdhill Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 I sold my accord in 3 days on Craigslist...first guy bought it...a clean car with good pics seemed to be key. Honest description and pics of any damage. I had records for recent maintenance which helped. Bought next care on CL as well. Used to be easy-just put an ad in the dispatch. Too many choices now-and most people don't have cash-so the dealer is the best option for them. Cars under $3000 that are decent-CL seems to work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 The guy that bought my Mustang found it on EBay. That's all I got for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grudes Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 I havent had much luck with autotrader and they are pretty expensive now. They advertise for a decent price but if you want your ad to look good you have to buy a bunch of extras. Iv had ok luck with CL but you get a bunch of idiots too. Is there somewhere you can park it with a " For Sale" sign? I have found that things sell better when people see it in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 CL has been the best for any vehicle but be prepared to deal with stupid people However their money spends just as well as anyone else's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cranium Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Why not start here on good ole CR? If there is a forum for that brand or car you could try there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Forums and Facebook are probably the best filter for real interest. I had my last car on Autotrader and was badgered by auto brokers wanting to sell my car for me, for a fee. Ended up selling to a friend of a friend on Facebook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 An enthusiast forum for 85 lebarons. lol, there probably is. Edit: http://lebaron.nfshost.com/ :lolguy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdhill Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 The parking lot at the bottom of Worthington Hills seems to work well too...always 4-5 there on the week end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 For a speciality car, enthusiast forum will probably maximize your value if you have the right kind of car. It will usually take longer though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 http://www.columbusracing.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=37 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Agreed forums/facebook. Had ALOT of traffic through facebook to sell a vehicle. Ended up selling through craigslist. I still think craigslist is the best place, you just have to be patient, and sift through the crap. Would not do autotrader. Its stupid what they want to list a item there now days. and the posts have a time limit of how long the add will be up, you have to pay more money for features its dumb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Thanks, everyone! I appreciate the feedback. I've just had rotten luck trying to sell any car on CL...I'll do forums, BST, and eBay and see how it goes. Updates to come. :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Flipping the K-car already? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Heck yes. It's a fun car, but I love my BMW (sporty convertible DD) and lowrider Lincoln (classic cruiser) a lot more. If I didn't have both of those cars I'd keep the LeBaron. Since I don't have a garage or even access to a carport in FL, consensus with some close car buds is that the LeBaron would get eaten alive by the sun and salt spray, just like my Passat and the Cavalier now. TL;DR - Na, Na, Na, Na...Na, Na, Na, Na...hey hey hey...goodbye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Your new name is Clay Rawlings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radio Flyer1647545514 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 I search through auto tempest. My truck was on Craigslist for 3 hours before I bought it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianZ06 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Ebay is about the best. Have sold and bought many cars on Ebay. The K Car should do good there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 Meecum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectragod Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 I have bought and sold cars on Ebay and CL, I have bought off autotrader, never had any luck selling. I recently sold a Vic on CL, first guy bought it, it was not a cheap beater, sold in 3 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted September 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2016 So, I posted the LeBaron on CL and I was awoken 3 times in the middle of the night by Google Phone notifications...all from what I assume are fraudsters. Can someone tell me what the fraud angle is on this type of message? "I would like to buy it and have the shipper visit you to pick it up after you receive the payment,as i am unable to deal in person at the moment, do you have PayPal account for the payment ? ." Do they somehow file a claim against your PayPal account if you give it? Do they pay you and then it gets rejected/returned? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Alex- Posted September 18, 2016 Report Share Posted September 18, 2016 If you decide to list it on a special interest forum, turbododge.com would be your best bet for that unit. Any vehicle I've ever listed on Craigslist sold in a decent time frame, you just typically have to deal with at least 5 dipshits for every 1 serious buyer. However, it's free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted September 18, 2016 Report Share Posted September 18, 2016 So, I posted the LeBaron on CL and I was awoken 3 times in the middle of the night by Google Phone notifications...all from what I assume are fraudsters. Can someone tell me what the fraud angle is on this type of message? "I would like to buy it and have the shipper visit you to pick it up after you receive the payment,as i am unable to deal in person at the moment, do you have PayPal account for the payment ? ." Do they somehow file a claim against your PayPal account if you give it? Do they pay you and then it gets rejected/returned? They use a fraudulent account or stolen credit card, when it's discovered, PayPal yanks your funds and returns it. You are out the $ and the car. I'd never use PayPal for anything of real value. Edit, https://www.paypal-community.com/t5/Access-and-security/Advice-about-selling-a-car-recieving-payment-via-paypal/td-p/273176 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted September 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2016 Thanks, guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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