How To Get Rid Of Your Old Banger

If you are buying your new car from a dealer, it is easiest for you to trade your car in. However, this is not always the best from a financial point of view, you are likely to lose money if you trade your car in. First, find out from the dealer what the price of your new car will be with and without trading your old car in. Work out what your old car is worth if sold privately and from there calculate how much money you could be lose if you trade your car in. The majority of dealers are happy to re-negotiate the price rather than lose a sale.

Trading in your existing car is a lot less hassle than selling your car privately, doing so can save you a lot of time and effort. Once the dealer has your old car it is entirely the responsibility of the dealer. If the person that they then sell it to experiences any problems with your old car, it is solely the responsibility of the dealer to sort out any issues.

If you still feel that you will lose too much money by trading in your old car speak to your dealer about selling your old car on commission. Most dealers will do so for a small percentage of the final sale price, but you will be responsible for rectifying any issues with the car.

If your car is really old and of very little value you could consider giving it away to a friend or charity. You can also give it away on recycling websites. If you do this make sure that you give the person a receipt that they sign too. This ensure you are not held responsible for any fines accrued by the new owner. Also consider selling it for parts on eBay or via your local paper. If you can break the car down into components and sell it piece by piece you can sometimes get quite a bit for it after a bit of work and time.

Finally, consider scrapping your car, some firms will even scrap it for free. Make sure that the firm you use is on the Environment Agencies list of Authorised Treatment Facilities. If you do not use an authorised firm you will be held liable for the illegal scrapping of your car and be fined.