Sell your car online

Ready to sell? It’s all online and straightforward. Start by inputting your license plate or VIN to help us get the basics on your vehicle. Then, a few more clicks to tell us about its condition, mileage, and a couple of its special features. With that, you'll get an instant offer. After you’ve uploaded some needed documents to prove you're good to go, pick how you want to be paid. And then? Just tell us where to pick up the car. Simple as that.

We take what you tell us about your ride – its features, any bumps or scrapes, and how many miles it's done. Mix that with data from maintenance records, top-notch pricing sources, and our own deep dive into market trends. Put it all together and you get your personalized offer. We’re all about making sure you get the best value based on current market insights.

Typically, snap photos of three things: your ID, the title of your vehicle, and the odometer. Depending on your car's story – like if there's a loan or multiple names on the title – we might need a bit more. Uploading is a breeze, whether you're using your phone or computer. And if you hit a bump or have questions? We're here to help.

NerdWallet will match you with an underlying dealership for your vehicle transaction. Before your vehicle is picked up at your preferred location, the payment will be initiated. You can choose to receive a printed check or have the payment initiated via an ACH direct deposit into your checking or savings account (ACH transfers normally take between 2-5 business days). The process is swift – we simply confirm the basic details about your vehicle and finalize the sale documents, ensuring a seamless experience for you.

Yes, we assist numerous customers in selling cars with outstanding loans. We'll match you with an underlying dealership that will guide you in procuring your loan payoff details. In certain situations, the dealership can even obtain this information directly from your lender. Before your vehicle is picked up at your chosen location, the dealership will initiate the payment, settling the amount directly with your loan provider. If your vehicle's value exceeds the amount you owe, the dealership will pay you the difference. It's essential to continue with your regular loan payments until the transaction with the dealership is finalized to avoid any late fees from your lender. Should there be any excess payment, it will be refunded to you.

We're here to assist you in selling your leased car, but the ability to purchase it is contingent on your leasing company's guidelines. Some leasing firms permit early lease settlements (often termed a “lease buyout”), while others might not permit the underlying dealership to finalize a customer’s lease. When you provide details for the appraisal, include specifics about your lease. Based on that, we can typically guide you on the next steps along with your offer.