6 best car-selling apps in 2024

Compare 6 popular apps that make it quick and easy to sell your car.

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Ready to sell your car? Regardless of whether you’re selling privately or to a dealership, there are several handy apps and websites that help make it easier to find a buyer, sell your vehicle quickly and (hopefully) get a great price.

In this guide, we’ll compare six of the best car-selling apps and websites to help you sell your vehicle.

1. Clutch

Why it’s great

  • You can get an offer within minutes
  • No haggling required
  • You get paid instantly
  • Clutch can come and pick up your car
  • Sell your car in as little as 48 hours

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Tips to get the best experience

  • Gather your documents. Gather all your paperwork in advance, including proof of ownership and a void cheque or direct deposit form.
  • Be honest. Be upfront and honest about the condition and history of your vehicle. If there’s undisclosed damage or other issues, your offer will be reduced.
  • Compare. Clutch’s offers expire after seven days or on the date specified in your offer, so you can use this time to shop around and see if you can get a better price elsewhere.
AppAvailableRating
Web appYesNot available, but Clutch as a company has a rating of 4.7/5 stars based on over 5,000 reviews on Google
iOS appNoNot available
Android appNoNot available

2. AutoTrader

Why it’s great

  • You can sell your car to a dealer or sell privately
  • You can post an ad for free
  • Reach an audience of million
  • Quick and easy listing process
  • Established marketplace

Tips to get the best experience

  • Get your car detailed. Get your car professionally detailed before listing it for sale, as this will ensure that it makes a positive first impression on prospective buyers.
  • Create a great listing. Write a detailed listing with all the information a buyer might want to know about the features and condition of your car. Take the time to capture quality photographs that will help your ad stand out from the crowd.
  • Set your price carefully. Work out what sale price you’re willing to accept, then price your listing a little above that point to allow room to negotiate.
AppAvailableRating
Web appYesNot available, but AutoTrader has a rating of 3.1/5 stars based on 122 Google reviews
iOS appYes4.7/5 stars based on over 74,000 reviews
Android appYes4.7/5 stars based on over 70,000 reviews

3. Autozen

Why it’s great

  • Sell your car online
  • Dealers compete to make the best offer for your car
  • Your identity is not revealed to buyer
  • Autozen will collect your vehicle from your home
  • Free to use

Tips to get the best experience

  • Take clear photos. Take your time capturing high-quality images of the interior and exterior of your car to showcase it in the best possible light to buyers.
  • Check the service area. Autozen is only available in BC (Greater Vancouver Area) and Alberta (Edmonton and Calgary).
  • Stay on top of maintenance. Getting your car serviced regularly—and having the service records to show for it—will help you maximize your price.
AppAvailableRating
Web appYesNot available, but Autozen in Alberta has a rating of 4.8/5 stars based on 711 Google reviews
iOS appNoNot available
Android appNoNot available

4. Facebook Marketplace

Why it’s great

  • It’s easy and free to list your vehicle
  • You can reach a large audience
  • Easy to communicate with prospective buyers on Facebook Messenger
  • You can check a potential buyer’s Facebook profile to work out if they’re legit

Tips to get the best experience

  • Don’t skimp on the details. Provide a detailed list of your vehicle’s features and information about its history, maintenance and what makes it a good buy. If it has any damage, be sure to mention this in your ad.
  • Meet in public. Watch out for scammers and criminals, and be sure to meet prospective buyers in a public place. If possible, avoid meeting a buyer alone.
  • Be prepared to negotiate. Haggling is part and parcel of selling a car privately, so be prepared for a bit of back and forth. If you hate haggling, you might be better off selling to an online dealer.
AppAvailableRating
Web appYesNot available
iOS appYes4.4/5 stars based on over 1.5 million reviews
Android appYes4.5/5 stars based on over 157 million reviews

5. Kijiji Autos

Why it’s great

  • Quick and easy to post an ad
  • It’s free to list your car
  • Kijiji attracts millions of visitors each month
  • Established platform

Tips to get the best experience

  • Gather your paperwork. Get a mechanical inspection carried out and order a CARFAX report about your vehicle. This will help give buyers a clearer picture of the condition and history of your vehicle.
  • Promote your ad. There are options to promote your car ad if you want to increase its visibility, but be aware that fees apply.
  • Price your car carefully. Buyers commonly use the price category to filter their search results, so it’s vital to research the market value of your car before deciding on a fair price.
AppAvailableRating
Web appYesNot available
iOS appYes4.7/5 stars based on over 25,000 reviews
Android appYes4.4/5 stars based on over 7,000 reviews

6. Craigslist

Why it’s great

  • You can potentially get more money by selling privately instead of to a dealer
  • It’s free to post an ad
  • Quick and simple listing process
  • Easy to connect with buyers near you

Tips to get the best experience

  • Take lots of photos. Capture lots of high-quality photos of your vehicle, showing as many different angles and features as you can. This will help prospective buyers decide if your car is worth a closer look.
  • Be ready to haggle. You can often expect lowball offers and buyers who like to haggle, so you’ll need to be ready to negotiate a fair price.
  • Deal with local buyers. The safest approach is to deal with local buyers and get paid in person in a public place. Cash and bank drafts are the safest payment methods when selling a used car.
AppAvailableRating
Web appYesNot available
iOS appYes4.8/5 stars based on over 15,000 reviews
Android appYes4.6/5 stars based on over 222,000 reviews

Note: iOS app review scores in this guide are taken from the Canadian App Store.

How we chose the best car-selling apps

We’ve chosen the best used car-selling apps based on the providers available through Finder and online in the Canadian car-selling marketplace. These apps are not representative of the entire market. When choosing our picks for the best car-selling apps, we considered online presence, app experience, selling process, car requirements, customer feedback and provincial availability. No single app will be the best choice for everyone, so compare your options to find the best fit for your situation.

Bottom line

The best car-selling apps make it easy and convenient to sell your car. The six apps featured here are all worth checking out when selling your vehicle, so compare them side-by-side before deciding which one is right for you.

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To make sure you get accurate and helpful information, this guide has been edited by Leanne Escobal as part of our fact-checking process.
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Tim Falk is a freelance writer for Finder. Over the course of his 15-year writing career, he has reported on a wide range of personal finance topics. Whether you're investing in stocks and ETFs, comparing savings accounts or choosing a credit card, Tim wants to make it easier for you to understand. When he’s not staring at his computer, you can usually find him exploring the great outdoors. See full bio

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