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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Steve Fowler

How to sell your car in 2026 – an expert guide to getting the best price with the least fuss

A low angle three quarter length shot of a mid adult businessman wearing formal businesswear taking a phone call on his smartphone while his electric car is on charge.
Getting the price right is key to drumming up interest. Photograph: SolStock/Getty Images

Selling a car used to mean newspaper classifieds, handwritten signs and a fair amount of guesswork. Today, it’s quicker, more transparent and far less intimidating, especially with the right resources and guidance to hand. Autotrader makes the process simpler with trusted advice and clever digital tools – such as their price indicators and vehicle history check – designed to help you get the best possible price, without unnecessary hassle.

To find out where sellers often feel most uncertain, I spoke to Autotrader’s reviews editor, Dan Trent. “People often assume selling a car is complicated, time-consuming and full of hidden pitfalls,” he says. “In reality, once you break it down into a few clear steps, it becomes much more manageable. The key is understanding what information you need and what your car is really worth before you begin.”

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