The bottom line: The right path depends on two things: how bad the oil consumption is, and how old or valuable the car is. There's no single answer that works for everyone. If your car is newer and still drives well with moderate consumption, instant-offer buyers like Carvana are worth checking first. They'll factor the issue into their offer without...
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How to Sell a Car Privately? (All You Need to Know)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 22 min
Last updated: April 2, 2026
The bottom line: Selling your car privately puts the most money in your pocket, but requires time and effort on your part. You'll spend time cleaning, photographing, and showing your car to potential buyers, plus handle all the paperwork yourself. The process typically takes up to 8 weeks, though most well-priced cars sell faster than that. Most people find the...
How to Get a Replacement Title in Your State?
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 21 min
Last updated: March 21, 2026
The bottom line: Getting a replacement car title is usually a simple process you handle at your local DMV. You can do it online, by mail, or in person. You fill out an application, show proof of identity, prove you own the car, and pay a fee. Most states charge between $5 and $50, though a few charge more. Processing...
15 Best Sites to Sell Your Used Car Online (Private & Free)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 12 min
Last updated: March 21, 2026
The bottom line: With so many platforms to choose from, picking the right one to sell your car online depends on one thing: what matters most to you. If you want the most money, private sale platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Cars.com usually win. If you want zero hassle, instant offer services like Carvana and Peddle come to your home...
List of 50 States DMV Websites (Including Forms)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 25 min
Last updated: March 19, 2026
The bottom line: This page lists the official DMV website for all 50 states, plus the forms and fees you need to sell a car. Each section covers the key paperwork: duplicate title info, bill of sale rules, license plate handling, and how to report the sale to your state. If you're getting ready to sell, check your state's section...
How to Sell a Car in Divorce? (Complete Guide)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 14 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: Selling a car during divorce is possible, but the process requires a few extra steps most people don't know about. You have two ways to get permission to sell: reach a written agreement with your spouse, or ask the court. Both paths are straightforward when you know what's involved. The seven steps below cover everything from checking...
How Accurate Are J.D. Power Values for Selling a Car?
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 16 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: J.D. Power used car values are highly accurate for dealer transactions. They're built from 12+ million actual retail dealership sales each year across 16,000+ franchises. Their trade-in values are especially reliable when you're trading in at a dealer or getting financed through a lender. Banks and government agencies use J.D. Power values to make real financial decisions....
DMV Fees by State for Selling Car (List of 50 Departments)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 9 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: The most common seller fee is a duplicate title if you lost yours. Fees range from $2 in Texas to $95 in Illinois, though most states charge $15 to $25. A few states offer expedited title service for an extra fee if you need it faster. Notarization is required in 10 states and typically costs $5 to...
2026 USA Used Car Market Trends for Sellers (Updated Quarterly)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 15 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: The 2026 used car market is steady. Prices have stopped falling after two years of declines, demand remains strong because new cars are increasingly unaffordable, and supply is growing but unevenly across segments. Who wins right now: Truck and SUV owners, sellers of affordable cars under $15,000, and anyone who acts during the spring tax refund season....
Sell Car to Dealer vs Private Profit Margins (Compare Options)
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 9 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: Dealers price used cars 10 to 35% above what they paid for them, but most of that gap goes toward reconditioning, transport, and overhead. What's left after costs is why your trade-in offer always feels low. Private sales cut out the middleman but cost you time, prep money, and the trade-in tax benefit. For cars in good...
Should I Sell My Used Car to an Official Brand Dealership?
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 10 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: For most used cars, no. Online buyers like Carvana and CarMax typically offer more than any dealership, including your car's own brand. There's one real exception: if your car is newer, has low mileage, and qualifies for the brand's certified pre-owned program, the brand dealer may come in slightly higher. Whether your car qualifies depends on age...
How to Sell a Car with a Loan?
Author: Tomas Gutauskas
Reading time: 10 min
Last updated: March 18, 2026
The bottom line: You can sell a car even if you still owe money on it. The key is that the lender must be paid off before the title transfers, and that payoff can come from the sale itself. Whether you go the private sale route, trade in at a dealership, or sell to an online buyer, the process involves...