selling car to dealership for cash

Yes, you can sell your car to a dealership for cash (well, usually EFT these days), and it’s the motoring equivalent of a quick haircut: fast, slightly less flattering to your wallet.

Expect an offer typically 5–20% below a good private-sale price, because the dealer needs room for reconditioning, warranty, and a sausage sizzle out front.

Turn up with your driver’s licence, proof of ownership, service history, spare keys, and if there’s finance, a payout letter—clean PPSR helps, too.

Most dealers handle the transfer paperwork and payout same day once they’ve inspected the car, but don’t hand over keys until you’ve confirmed cleared funds.

Remove personal data and e-tags, keep your receipts, and be honest about known faults—surprises only make offers go south.

If you want max dollars, sell privately; if you want it gone by lunchtime, the dealer route is the no-fuss option.