CARTRUVO | PRIVATE CAR SELLER CHECKLIST
Your plan from asking price to handing over the keys.

1. GET YOUR RECORDS READY
[ ] Confirm the owner names and title status.
[ ] If you have a loan, ask your lender for the payoff and sale process.
[ ] Gather service records and note known issues honestly.
[ ] Check your state's title, disclosure and release requirements.

2. PICK AN INFORMED ASKING PRICE
[ ] Compare similar year, trim, mileage and condition.
[ ] Keep asking prices separate from actual purchase offers.
[ ] Compare proceeds after payoff and selling costs.
[ ] Decide your acceptable price and realistic timeline.

3. MAKE A CLEAR LISTING
[ ] Use current photos of the exterior, interior and visible flaws.
[ ] Include mileage, verified features, title status and general location.
[ ] Remove personal documents and identifying details from photos.
[ ] Explain what comes with the car. Keep availability current.

4. TALK WITH INTERESTED BUYERS
[ ] Keep a written record of questions, offers and agreed conditions.
[ ] Plan meetings in a suitable public location.
[ ] Do not share login codes or pay a stranger to unlock a payment.
[ ] Agree on inspection and test-drive arrangements before meeting.

5. PREPARE THE HANDOFF
[ ] Confirm payment verification steps with your bank and lender.
[ ] Do not rely on a payment screenshot or available balance alone.
[ ] Check state-specific ownership transfer and plate requirements.
[ ] Agree who arranges and pays for transport if needed.
[ ] Keep signed records, remove personal data and mark the listing sold.

NEXT STEPS
Interactive tools and state guides: https://cartruvo.com/tools/seller-toolkit
Create a listing: https://cartruvo.com/list-your-car
Payment preparation: https://cartruvo.com/blog/how-to-accept-payment-when-selling-a-car

This is a planning checklist, not a guarantee of a sale or payment protection.
Requirements vary by state and transaction. Verify with the relevant agency,
your bank and your lender before transferring the car.