So you’re ready to sell your car! Whether you’re selling to upgrade, moving away or simply want to buy something different, you want to make sure you can get the best possible return on your asset and ensure that you and the new buyer are satisfied.
Practical tips to ensure your car is ready for the market
• Consider getting your car professionally cleaned – first impressions are so important. Before taking pictures of your car to post online, something as simple as a thorough clean can ensure that your car makes a great first impression.
• Check that your car’s service history is up to date – a full service history lets buyers know that you have nothing to hide and that there are no hidden problems with the vehicle. If it needs a service shortly, booking it in for a car service may help you achieve a higher asking price.
• Make sure your car is roadworthy, this includes checking for any chips and cracks on the windscreen. It’s a good idea to check the legal requirements from the relevant transport authority in your state to ensure that your car passes the road worthy inspection. This can prevent any delays in your sale.
Ensuring your vehicle is seen by the right buyer
Once you have ensured that your car is in good condition and ready to sell, it may help to advertise it to ensure that the right buyer finds your vehicle.
There are various options available including the following:
• Community boards – these have no cost besides printing your advertisement and are easily seen by people in your area.
• Free online classifieds – a simple Google search will provide you with a variety of free online classifieds to target a broader audience.
• Social media – tap into your trusted network by posting your advertisement on your personal social media account.
• Newspaper – this option may incur a small fee but this tried and tested method still yields positive results.
• Car dealerships – there are many car dealerships that will purchase your vehicle or sell it on your behalf. While this may not yield the highest price for your vehicle, it will minimise administration and allow you to spend more time looking for your new vehicle.
If your car requires a new windscreen or windscreen repairs prior to selling your car, Windscreen Replacement Perth can help. They are a family-owned and operated business that does easy and convenient windscreen repairs in all Perth areas. With over 20 years of industry experience, Jason and his team has earned the reputation of being trusted and reliable automotive glass repair and replacement experts. Their mobile service is available seven days a week for any private, corporate, insurance and fleet work and all new glass windows come with a lifetime warranty. For more information visit our website or call 0400 200 086 today.
Jason Squire started Autoscreens in 2010. With over 35 years of experience gained in both the UK and Australia, the company is well established as a leading provider of windscreen replacement and autoglass repairs in Perth.
His journey to becoming a certified repairer license holder status with DMIRS (and business repair license MRB3703) began many years ago. He was born and brought up in the UK – the country where his long career in the automotive industry began. In common with many of the world’s best tradespeople it all started with an apprenticeship. For Jason, this was in vehicle bodybuilding and a specialisation in vehicle conversions.
He followed that up with several additional professional qualifications, including a Grade A Vehicle Body Building Certificate from the Road Transport Industry, a GQA level 2 in NVQ Automotive Glazing and a Level 2 qualification in Joining Materials by Welding from the UK Engineer Training Authority.
During his studies, Jason was also a part-time volunteer in the Royals signals with the Reserve Territorial Army. Between 1991 and 1995, Jason completed his Phase One Signallers Course with the Royal Armoured Corps and was awarded a Certificate of Trade Proficiency as a Territorial Army Driver Electrician Class 3. Training exercises took him all over Europe. He also represented the Signals in Rugby.
From there, he joined the armed forces on a full-time basis with the Queens Royal Lancers and continued to impress with his leadership skills and willingness to broaden his skillset, during which he lived in Germany. In 1996, he graduated from the Queens Royal Lancer Leadership Academy where he was named best recruit. His time with the Queens Royal Lancers he qualified as Tank Driver, Crew Medic and Gunner.
In 1999, Jason left the armed forces to join RAC Auto Windscreens. His skillset enabled him to fast-track his career to base supervisor and lead technician working with premiere dealerships in Crewe, Cheshire.
He also continued to volunteer in a number of different areas, including as a first responder with the West Midlands Ambulance Service and a scout leader with the Scout Association.
He relocated to Australia in 2008 with his young family and spent his first two years down under as a head technician for a national windscreen company.
However, with all his experience, extensive qualifications and his abiding passion for the automotive industry, it was inevitable that he would start his own company and make his mark as an industry leader.
He started Autoscreens in 2010 and has grown the business into the leading windscreen repair and replacement company in Perth, servicing both domestic and commercial customers. Autoscreens has a certified Motor Vehicle Repairers Licence MRB3703 issued by the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety.
