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Trade it in, sell it to us

or consign for more cash.

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Why Sell With Us

more money for your car

Our sellers make thousands more than trade-in value in an average of 30 days.

no hassle selling

No more interruptive buyer calls, after hours test drives, strangers at your home, or haggling on price.

you’re in control

We provide you with access to an online portal to track the sale’s progress, so you are always in the know.

we’re local

With stores in major retail areas, drop-off is easy, & thousands of potential buyers pass by daily.

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Consignment Process

price

We’ll walk you through how to best price your car so that it’s attractive to buyers and you feel good about the number.

prepare your car

We inspect, detail, & take pictures so your car looks it’s best for potential buyers.

advertise

We put your car on all the big sites – cars.com, Car Gurus, Auto Trader, and of course our own – so your car gets maximum exposure.

manage buyers

We answer buyer questions 24/7, schedule showings, go on test drives, & negotiate on your behalf. Don’t worry you always have a final say on the sales price; we just do all the work in the meantime.

get paid

Once your car sells, we send your money directly to your bank account. Easy peasy.

price

We’ll walk you through how to best price your car so that it’s attractive to buyers and you feel good about the number.

prepare your car

We inspect, detail, & take pictures so your car looks it’s best for potential buyers.

advertise

We put you car on all the big sites – cars.com, Car Gurus, Auto Trader, and of course our own – so your car gets maximum exposure.

manage buyers

get paid

Once your car sells, we send your money directly to your bank account. Easy peasy.

Seller FAQ

Why should I sell or consign with CarLotz?

If you have a vehicle to sell, you’ve traditionally had two choices: (1) sell to a dealer, which can be convenient but generally leads to a low price; or (2) sell it yourself, which can generate a higher price than trading-in but is a time-consuming hassle that involves dealing with strangers. At CarLotz, you get the best of both worlds: more money for your vehicle than trade-in without the hassle of selling it yourself. Our sellers make more than wholesale trade-in value, and we do all the work.

How does the process work?

Just bring us your vehicle, and we’ll help you pick the selling price. We inspect, detail, and photograph your vehicle so it looks its best for potential buyers. We then list it for sale on our website and major vehicle buying websites like AutoTrader, Cars.com, and CarGurus. In addition, we stage it for sale at our facility, which are located in high-traffic retail areas. We manage buyer inquiries 24×7, conduct test drives, collect payment safely from the buyer when we sell it, and do all the DMV paperwork. Once your vehicle sells, we cut you a check.

How long will it take to sell my car?

Every situation is different, as pricing, condition, and supply of similar vehicles all impact the sales process, but the typical CarLotz vehicle sells in about 30 days. We promote all vehicles aggressively nationwide, follow up on buyer questions 24×7, and offer easy financing options, ensuring we sell your vehicle as quickly as possible.

How do you price my car?

We are experts at pricing vehicles. We’ll price based on real-time sales listings for similar vehicles, auction sales data, and trusted vehicle pricing sources like NADA and KBB.

If I have a loan or lease, can you still sell my car?

Of course! Many of our sellers’ lease or have outstanding loans on their vehicles, which is one of the reasons they are drawn to us. We obtain more value for the vehicle to pay off loans or leases and hopefully a little leftover. Once we sell your vehicle, we will pay the lease or lien off directly and write you a check for any difference.

Do I have to leave my car with you?

Yes, we ask that you leave your vehicle with us because it meaningfully increases your chances of a successful sale. Our online marketing efforts will drive nationwide exposure for your vehicle, but our retail locations are in high traffic areas that receive a significant number of local walk-in customers. Having your vehicle available for sale on the lot makes it easy for prospects to view and test drive, maximizing sale opportunities.

What are your fees?

We take an up-front listing fee of $299, which covers the work we do to prepare and market the vehicle for sale, including a 133-point inspection, complete interior and exterior detail, a vehicle history report, professional photographs, ad copywriting, and various online classified listings. After we sell your vehicle, we take a $799 success fee directly from the sales proceeds. Our incentives are completely aligned.

Why do you use a flat-fee structure?

A flat-fee drives two important behaviors: (1) it ensures that CarLotz is equally motivated to sell ANY of our vehicles regardless of price so that all are treated equally; and (2) it ensures a positive buying experience since we have no incentive to push a certain vehicle on a buyer.

What should I bring?

To get started, we will need a copy of driver’s license for all registered owners, a current registration, proof of insurance, title (or lienholder information, if applicable), all keys/fobs, and any available service records.

guest reviews

Google Feb 25, 2021

Alex, Kayla, Damon, and Cobi did a great job in helping me out with my purchase. The whole process was simple and easy and they answered any questions I had.

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Google Feb 25, 2021

Kayla, Alex, Damon, and Cobi were professional and helpful!

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Google Feb 25, 2021

My recent experience of purchasing a car at CarLotz was professional, beyond courteous, not stressful, and swift. It's been more than 10 years since I owned a car and the staff at CarLotz-West End treated me with patience and respect. I highly recommend purchasing a car from them. Shout out to KSoles, Alex, and Damon

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Google Feb 24, 2021

If you are like me, not comfortable with the whole process of advertising, giving test drives, or acting as a used car salesman to sell your old car, go straight to CarLotz on West Broad. They have been fast, helpful and professional in every way. The price charged is very fair considering the service provided.

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Google Feb 24, 2021