Let’s be real—selling a car sounds easy until you actually try to do it fast. Maybe your rego is about to expire. Maybe you’re moving house. Maybe the car’s not even running and taking up space in your driveway. Whatever the reason, when time’s ticking, you’re not looking for tyre kickers or endless back-and-forth chats.
You just want to sell it. Quickly. Simply. Without the stress.
So, what’s the easiest way to sell a car in a hurry? Let’s walk you through the fastest options, the common roadblocks, and how to avoid wasting your time (and money).
Option 1: Sell It Privately – But Be Prepared to Hustle
Selling your car yourself might sound like a smart idea at first. You take some photos, post it on Gumtree or Facebook Marketplace, and wait for the offers to roll in.
But here’s the reality:
- You’ll get messages like “Still available?” at 11pm.
- People will offer you half your asking price—without seeing the car.
- Some might book an inspection and never show up.
- And even if someone wants to buy it, the paperwork, RWC (roadworthy certificate), and time involved can drag on for days or weeks.
If you’ve got the time and patience, this could work. But if you’re in a rush? Not ideal.
Option 2: Trade It In – Convenient, But You’ll Lose Money
Another option is to drive your car to a dealership and trade it in for instant credit toward another car. Quick and clean.
But here’s the catch: trade-ins usually offer much less than market value. Dealers need to make their own margin, so you won’t walk away with top dollar—especially if your car is older, has high kms, or has some damage.
Also, this only works if you’re buying another car from them. If you’re just trying to offload the car and pocket some cash, this isn’t the path for you.
Option 3: Use a Cash for Cars Service – The Fastest Way to Sell a Car
Now we’re talking. If you need to get rid of your car today, the easiest and fastest option is to go with a cash for cars company (like us!).
Here’s how it works:
- Call or fill out a quick form online with basic car details (make, model, year, condition).
- Get a cash quote—no waiting around.
- Book a free pick-up (often same-day or next-day).
- Get paid on the spot, usually in cash or instant transfer.
- Wave goodbye to your car, even if it doesn’t run.
No listing. No roadworthy. No haggling. No wasting your time.
Real Talk: We Had a Guy Sell Us His Car in Under 2 Hours
Just last week, we had a customer in Reservoir who needed to get rid of his 2008 Toyota Camry—fast. He was flying out the next day and didn’t want to leave the car behind or deal with Facebook time-wasters.
He called us at 9:15 AM. We gave him a quote by 9:30, and our tow truck was at his place by 11. By 11:10, the Camry was on the truck, and he had $900 in his hand.
That’s how fast it can be done.
Why This Works (Even for Damaged or Non-Running Cars)
You might think: “Who would want to buy my old, beat-up car with engine issues?”
We would.
Because we don’t just buy cars to drive—we buy them to wreck, recycle, or part out. Whether it’s an unwanted sedan, an accident-damaged 4WD, or a rusty ute sitting in your garage, it’s still worth money to us.
We handle:
- Cars with mechanical problems
- Scrap or junk cars
- Unregistered vehicles
- Accident-damaged or written-off cars
- Old cars with high kms
What You Need to Sell Your Car Quickly
Not much! Here’s what we usually ask for:
- Proof of ownership (your name on the rego or paperwork)
- A valid photo ID (driver’s licence is fine)
- The keys (if you still have them)
No rego? No problem. No RWC? Totally fine. Lost the keys? We can still take it.
Don’t Stress—Just Sell It
At the end of the day, if you need to sell your car fast in Melbourne, you’ve got a few options. But the easiest, no-fuss way is going with a cash-for-cars service that does all the heavy lifting for you. No time-wasting. No hidden costs. No pressure.
So if your car’s sitting there gathering dust or stress—and you’re thinking, “I just want it gone today”—you know what to do.
We’ll give you a quote, come get it, and put cash in your hand. Easy as that.
If you are in Melbourne, and looking for a cash for cars service, this is the best way to visit us.
Richmond Cash 4 Cars
(03) 7047 6388