Here at Autosolutions we believe in doing our homework. So that being said, we are going to help you do your homework before you purchase or sell a used vehicle. We will assist you on how to make your purchase and how to sell your vehicle the fastest way possible. Here are some tips in helping you make your decision making process a little bit easier.

1.Picture of your car
2.Description
3.Pricing
4.Car Poster
5.Meeting with potential buyers
6.Getting payment
7.Transferring Ownership

1.Picture of your car

Pictures say a thousand words, without it, many potential buyers will ignore your add and move on to ones that have a picture. Getting the car to look its best for the picture will get you the best results. If your car is dirty, the first impression will be that you don't maintain the car. Ads with pictures have 4 times the success of those without.

2. Description

Use an appealing description that will tell buyers that your car is reliable and would be a good buy. Be sure to mention any extra maintenance, warranty and receipts.



3. Pricing

Pricing your vehicle competitively is a must. Check prices on our Autosolutions site to find the book value of your car and similar type of car selling on our site. This is what your vehicle is competing against. Be sure to add an O.B.O, this will let people call even if they are not happy with your price.

4. Car Poster

Using our free advertising will soon get you on your way of selling your car much faster. But what will increase your chances of selling your car is if you put our sign on your window. It will tell people your car is for sale and they can view it on our free website.


5. Meeting with potential buyers

When speaking to people on the phone, try to be as nice as possible. Nobody wants to buy a car from an angry person. If they can not get there on their own consider meeting them somewhere other than your home. If you can we suggested bring someone that you know along with you.

If they ask to test drive your car alone and you don not feel comfortable with that situation. Don't! It is your car and you have the right to be there next to him/her. Be sure to check the person's drivers license validity (http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/saaqclic/en/public/checkdriverlicence/index.php)
Before you hand over the keys to them. You can also call the SAAQ from anywhere in Canada at 1-800-361-7620.

When your driving with the buyer be sure to point out all the good points about the car and be sure to be honest. If there is something wrong with your vehicle then mention it and adjust the price accordingly to be fair.



6. Getting Payment

Dealing with people over the internet has opened doors for scammers that were never there before, giving them more options. So be careful when accepting your payment. Try to follow these steps to make your self less vulnerable.

-Confirm with the bank that the check is valid. Be sure to be prepared with bank
information, asks the buyer to provide to you which bank that he/she deals with.

-Not always possible to go to the bank with the prospective buyer to verify the
cheque's authenticity.

-If a buyer wants to pay with a money order be sure it's from a local institution
that you can verify its authenticity.

-If your don not like the above options you could always specify that you prefer
cash.


7. Transferring Ownership

Go to one of the SAAQ’s service outlets (http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/search/find_service.php), along with the buyer of your vehicle. You must have proof of identification, preferably your drivers license and the registration certificate for the vehicle you are selling.

Write down your vehicle's odometer reading. This information is required for the transfer of property.


Important for seller!

If you have been issued a fine for violation of the Highway Safety Code or a municipal traffic or parking bylaw? You must pay the fine as soon as possible, otherwise you will be unable to sell a vehicle registered in your name because the buyer will be unable to register the vehicle and the sale will not be valid.