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Sell My Car on AutoTrader
Wondering whether to sell your car on AutoTrader? Find out how Car Owl offers a faster, easier, and more efficient alternative for selling your vehicle.
Your options
Selling here, or selling it yourself
Advertising here puts checked buyers in front of your car. Doing it all yourself means finding them, and vetting them, on your own. Filter by what matters most to you.
| Feature | Car Owl | Selling privately |
|---|---|---|
| Buyer's email and mobile confirmed | Yes | Not usually |
| Who can contact you | Private buyers and approved dealers | Anyone who sees the advert |
| Your phone number on the advert | No | Usually |
| Where the first contact happens | Through Car Owl | Your own phone and inbox |
| Cost to advertise | One-off listing fee | Free on some sites, paid on others |
| Commission when it sells | None | Some sites charge on sale |
| Advert checked before it goes live | Yes | Usually published straight away |
| Writing the advert | Guided from your registration | You write it yourself |
| Told when someone is interested | Email and text | Depends where you advertised |
| Pausing or ending the advert | Any time | Depends where you advertised |
| Viewings and test drives | Yours to arrange | Yours to arrange |
| Agreeing the price | Yours to negotiate | Yours to negotiate |
| Payment and handover | Yours to arrange | Yours to arrange |
Based on how each route typically works. Car Owl advertises your car and introduces buyers to you: the price, the payment and the handover stay yours to agree either way. A private sale on a busy site can reach plenty of buyers too, so weigh what each route saves you against what it costs.
Should I Sell My Car on AutoTrader or Car Owl?
Selling your car on AutoTrader is a common option, but it often involves more hassle and waiting. While AutoTrader provides a large platform, Car Owl offers a quicker and more straightforward way to sell your car. We connect you with verified, trusted UK dealers who will offer a fair trade price for your vehicle, eliminating the need to manage private buyers, negotiate prices, or deal with long wait times.
With Car Owl, you won't have to worry about listing fees or paperwork. Our dealers handle all the paperwork and logistics involved in the sale, ensuring a truly hassle-free experience. Instead of managing multiple enquiries, you'll receive instant offers from serious buyers who are ready to purchase at trade price.
Skip the stress and delays of AutoTrader, and choose Car Owl for a faster, easier way to sell your car. List your vehicle today, connect with trusted dealers, and enjoy a smooth, effortless sale with all the details taken care of for you.