{"id":5405,"date":"2026-08-11T12:40:50","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T10:40:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/?p=5405"},"modified":"2026-08-28T12:00:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T10:00:23","slug":"how-to-sell-used-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/","title":{"rendered":"How to sell a used car fast\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ac0c39ea0aba\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ac0c39ea0aba\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Key_takeaways_for_selling_your_car\" >Key takeaways for selling your car:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Why_do_some_listings_sell_fast_while_others_wait_for_months\" >Why do some listings sell fast while others wait for months?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Preparing_the_car_and_its_technical_condition_%E2%80%93_first_impressions_matter\" >Preparing the car and its technical condition &#8211; first impressions matter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#A_Vehicle_History_Report_as_a_listings_key_differentiator\" >A Vehicle History Report as a listing&#8217;s key differentiator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Where_and_how_to_publish_your_listing\" >Where and how to publish your listing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Negotiating_the_sale_of_your_car\" >Negotiating the sale of your car<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#The_most_common_mistakes_that_slow_down_a_car_sale\" >The most common mistakes that slow down a car sale<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Does_selling_a_used_company_car_require_a_VAT_invoice\" >Does selling a used company car require a VAT invoice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#How_do_I_account_for_the_sale_of_a_car_used_for_mixed_business_and_private_purposes\" >How do I account for the sale of a car used for mixed (business and private) purposes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Are_there_different_formalities_for_selling_a_company_car_abroad_eg_within_the_EU\" >Are there different formalities for selling a company car abroad, e.g. within the EU?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#Is_it_worth_attaching_a_Vehicle_History_Report_when_selling_a_car_from_a_business\" >Is it worth attaching a Vehicle History Report when selling a car from a business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-used-car\/#What_documents_should_I_prepare_when_selling_a_company_car\" >What documents should I prepare when selling a company car?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sell a used car quickly, you need to combine a realistic price with an honest listing: good photos, a detailed description, and a Vehicle History Report that immediately builds buyer trust. Below you&#8217;ll find concrete ways to prepare your car, create an effective listing, and avoid the mistakes that needlessly slow down a sale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_takeaways_for_selling_your_car\"><\/span><b>Key takeaways for selling your car:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A realistic price and an honest description are the foundation of a fast sale.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good photos and a full set of documents shorten the wait for a buyer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Vehicle History Report and a listed VIN build trust and make your offer stand out.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being upfront about repairs makes negotiations easier.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selling a company car involves additional tax formalities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selling? Generate a Vehicle History Report and add it to your listing<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"check-vin-btn-container check-vin-btn-container--orange\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"check-vin-btn--arrow\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe id=\"ASD-PA-0005010200-31-906\" title=\"Purchase the autoDNA reports in a bundle\" src=\"https:\/\/afilio.autodna.com\/ext\/load\/0005010200\/31?p_label=%3Cspan+style%3D%22font-weight%3A+400%3B%22%3ECheck+VIN%3C%2Fspan%3E&p_color=orange\" style=\"width: 271px; height: 59px; border: 0;\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">PA.load(\"0005010200-31-906\", \"packages\");<\/script>\r\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_some_listings_sell_fast_while_others_wait_for_months\"><\/span><b>Why do some listings sell fast while others wait for months?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buyers of used cars rarely act on impulse, so if you want to sell quickly, you need to provide the full set of basic information right from the start. Before a potential buyer contacts the seller, they compare a dozen or more offers, look for inconsistencies in the description, and wonder what the car &#8220;isn&#8217;t telling&#8221; them. If a listing raises even the slightest doubt \u2014 no photos, a sparse description, no information about the vehicle&#8217;s history \u2014 it puts off potential buyers and lowers the appeal of the offer. The fewer unanswered questions you leave, the shorter your wait for a call with a purchase offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparing_the_car_and_its_technical_condition_%E2%80%93_first_impressions_matter\"><\/span><b>Preparing the car and its technical condition &#8211; first impressions matter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you publish your listing, it&#8217;s worth taking care of a few basics: preparing the car yourself can significantly affect its value and how quickly it sells.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clean car<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by washing the entire body, vacuuming the interior, and wiping down the plastic elements. Thorough cleaning increases the chances of a fast sale \u2014 it&#8217;s obvious that a well-kept vehicle sells faster than one that looks like its owner forgot about it long ago. Once the car is ready, it&#8217;s time to prepare the listing.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Good photos<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photos in natural light, taken from several angles \u2014 exterior, interior, odometer, any damage; for a more expensive car, it&#8217;s worth considering a professional photographer. When taking photos, remember that hiding faults only prolongs the process. Honestly showing the vehicle&#8217;s flaws builds trust in the transaction. Besides, a potential buyer will notice visible faults during the viewing anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Honest description<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mileage, service history, number of owners, equipment, transmission type, VIN number, and year of production the more details, the fewer questions at the contact stage, and the more calls from more decided buyers. It&#8217;s also worth describing the technical condition, the state of the bodywork, and the car&#8217;s history &#8211; including any accident history. Under the civil law rules commonly applied in many countries, a seller may be held liable for hidden defects even as a private individual, unless this liability is excluded in the contract. Rules vary from country to country, so it&#8217;s worth checking the regulations that apply where you live. Accurately describing faults in the listing and in the purchase agreement protects the seller from a situation where the buyer demands a refund a week later over a worn clutch or suspension noise.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Realistic pricing<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An overly high price is the most common reason a listing sits on a portal for weeks. Analyzing similar offers helps you set an attractive and realistic selling price. A car&#8217;s value is affected by factors such as high mileage, servicing at an authorized dealer, and how well the car has been prepared to find its new owner.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Documents in order<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration certificate, repair history, service book, liability insurance policy, and a draft purchase agreement \u2014 prepare these in advance so you don&#8217;t hold up the process at the stage of finalizing the deal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Vehicle_History_Report_as_a_listings_key_differentiator\"><\/span><b>A Vehicle History Report as a listing&#8217;s key differentiator<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/autodna-badge.webp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5417 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/autodna-badge.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/autodna-badge.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/autodna-badge-300x133.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/autodna-badge-768x341.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/autodna-badge-624x277.webp 624w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among thousands of similar listings, it&#8217;s hard to stand out on price alone. What really catches buyers&#8217; attention is transparency. One of the simplest ways to show it is by adding a Vehicle History Report to your listing. Checking the VIN and making the report available to potential buyers shows the seller&#8217;s openness and builds trust.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Market data confirms this. According to a study by Automarket, 91% of buyers trust sellers more when they are open about damage, and 85% would consider buying a car with prior damage if the repair was properly documented. Adding vehicle history information to a listing also increases buyer trust in the seller for 78% of respondents and raises purchase intent for 77% of them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A listing with an attached report stands out among many similar offers and answers the most important questions about the vehicle&#8217;s history right from the start. The report makes it easier to assess the car&#8217;s usage history, and combined with service documentation, it gives the buyer a fuller picture of the car&#8217;s past and technical condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"info-frame-container info-frame-exclamation info-iframe-border--red\">\n      <div class=\"info-frame-icon info-frame-exclamation\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"info-frame-header info-frame-header-red\">IMPORTANT<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"info-frame-content\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even a minor, long-repaired instance of damage revealed in a Vehicle History Report doesn&#8217;t have to put a buyer off. A bigger problem is staying silent about it and having it discovered only during the viewing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div>\n    <\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_and_how_to_publish_your_listing\"><\/span><b>Where and how to publish your listing?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose listing portals with high traffic and the option to add a link to your Vehicle History Report. Publish your listing on at least two automotive and classifieds portals to reach more potential buyers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to sell your used car faster than selling it privately, you can use a dealership, a car-buying service, or a trade-in at a dealer. Selling to a dealership or trader tends to be faster, while selling on your own gives you more control over the price but usually takes more time and requires more contact with buyers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respond to messages quickly \u2014 a buyer who waits a day for a reply often finds another car in the meantime. Responding promptly increases your chances of hearing back from interested buyers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be ready to arrange a viewing and test drive on short notice \u2014 meet in a safe place and agree on the rules for checking the car beforehand. The fewer the obstacles, the faster the deal will close. Always ask to see the driving licence of anyone you hand the keys to, and never leave the keys in the ignition when you step out of the car (e.g., to swap seats).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Negotiating_the_sale_of_your_car\"><\/span><b>Negotiating the sale of your car<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price negotiation is a natural part of selling a car. Buyers often try to lower the price by pointing to the car&#8217;s age, minor faults, or the prices of similar listings. It&#8217;s worth preparing for that conversation in advance so you can handle it calmly and factually.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set a minimum price below<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> which you don&#8217;t want to sell the car. This makes it easier to make decisions during negotiations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare documentation such as service history<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, repair invoices, or inspection confirmations. Concrete documents are far more convincing than mere assurances.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don&#8217;t hide the car&#8217;s flaws.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the car had minor damage or was repaired, it&#8217;s worth mentioning it right away and presenting the relevant documentation. This kind of honesty reduces the risk of misunderstandings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Attach a Vehicle History Report. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s a simple way to confirm the information in the listing and limit unjustified attempts to push the price down during negotiations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don&#8217;t act hastily under time pressure.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Arguments like &#8220;buy today or not at all&#8221; are often a negotiating tactic rather than a real ultimatum.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An honest description of the vehicle that matches its actual condition doesn&#8217;t weaken your offer on the contrary, it increases buyer trust. Credibility, alongside an attractive price, is often what decides a smooth and successful transaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_common_mistakes_that_slow_down_a_car_sale\"><\/span><b>The most common mistakes that slow down a car sale<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An inflated price with no supporting documentation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No information about the vehicle&#8217;s history \u2014 the buyer will check the VIN themselves and, if something raises a concern, simply disappear without explanation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A perfunctory description and a single, low-quality photo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding questions about technical conditions instead of stating the facts directly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping formalities needed to prepare for the sale, such as the purchase agreement and consent from co-owners of the vehicle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delaying formalities after the sale, such as notifying the vehicle registration authority or sorting out the liability insurance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><b>Summary<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fast sale of a used car is the result of preparation, not chance. The average time to sell a car varies by market, but good preparation can meaningfully shorten this process. It&#8217;s worth focusing on an honest description, good photos, a realistic price, and\u00a0 increasingly often the deciding factor of a Vehicle History Report attached to the listing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"info-frame-container info-frame-exclamation info-iframe-border--green\">\n      <div class=\"info-frame-icon info-frame-exclamation\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"info-frame-header info-frame-header-orange\">It is good to know<\/strong><strong><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"info-frame-content\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At autoDNA.com, the market-leading\u00a0<a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/decoder-vin-checker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VIN decoding<\/a>\u00a0tool, you can\u00a0<a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free VIN lookup<\/a>\u00a0on a given vehicle. All you need for this is the\u00a0<a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autodna.com\/vin-number\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VIN number<\/a>. In the reports, on used cars, you can find information that will allow you to check whether the seller is telling the truth or not. In the report, you can find data on various topics. One of them is the\u00a0vehicle history\u00a0or stolen vehicle bases. 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It's worth confirming the details with an accountant before publishing the listing.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div> <!-- Close content div. -->\n\t<\/div> <!-- Close collapse div. -->\n<\/div> <!-- Close card div. -->\n<!-- Start accordion card div. -->\n<div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\">\n\t<!-- Start accordion header. -->\n\t<h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_account_for_the_sale_of_a_car_used_for_mixed_business_and_private_purposes\"><\/span>\n\t\t<!-- Add anchor tag for header. -->\n\t\t<a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-54061\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse54061\" aria-controls=\"collapse54061\" href=\"#\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How do I account for the sale of a car used for mixed (business and private) purposes?\t\t<\/a> <!-- Close anchor tag for header. -->\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t<!-- Close header tag. -->\n\t<!-- Start collapsible content div. -->\n\t<div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse54061\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-5406\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-54061\">  <!-- Content div. -->\n\t\t<div class=\"ea-body\">\n\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For a car used for both business and private purposes, how the sale is accounted for depends on the VAT deduction method applied earlier and the rules in force in your country. 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