You’ve got four options for selling your car – and each has its pros and cons. It all depends on how keen you are to get the best possible price.

Private Sale
Pros	Cons
Usually fetches the highest price	Dealing with the calls Face-to-face negotiation Hanging around for ‘no-shows’ Your number and car details are published
Auction
Pros	Cons
Usually fast & easy No negotiation	You won’t necessarily get the best price Entry fee Commission for the auction house
Trade-In
Pros	Cons
Usually fast & easy	You won’t necessarily get what you could sell it for privately
Consignment
Pros	Cons
It’s sold on your behalf	The seller takes a cut

To sell your car online, check out www.drive.com.au/sell-your-car