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Why Sell Your Vehicle to CarNation

- Your choice : come to us, or we'll come get your vehicle
- Brick and mortar store
- Reputable brand in business for 35 years
- We do the paperwork for you
- Get an honest offer in minutes
- Less time spent answering questions about your vehicle


What You'll Need To Sell CarNation Your Vehicle
Get these ready to make the process even easier
Title
Paperwork showing ownership of vehicle
Valid ID
We'll need the photo ID for all people on title
Keys
Bring original keys with owners manuals and service records

What To Have With You When Selling Your Vehicle

Answer a Few Questions to Know What to Bring With You
Are you making payments on the vehicle?
Is there more than one person on the title?
Can everyone on the title come to CarNation?
Please select any one option for the above questions to get the answers.
What to know Frequently Asked Questions
We provide real offers, both online and in-store, and all of our offers are good for 7 days. If you have an online offer to redeem, bring it to any CarNation store. Once we verify that your vehicle's condition matches the information we received online, you'll leave with payment in hand. Some offers are adjusted after the verification process.
No, all of our offers are firm and are valid for 7 days or 1,000 miles.
If you have an online offer, an additional appraisal isn't needed unless the offer is no longer valid. We use the same appraisal criteria online and in-store, and every vehicle's condition is verified in person when an online offer is redeemed. We only adjust online offers if a vehicle's condition differs from the information we received online.
You may get your offer online or in store.
If you want to redeem your offer and sell your vehicle to CarNation, you have 7 days from the day the offer is made. You can either make an appointment or simply bring the vehicle to us anytime we're open. We'll verify your vehicle's condition, finalize your offer, and you'll be able to leave with payment in hand.
We currently offer pick up in select markets. You can also redeem an offer at any CarNation store.
No, you don't need an appointment to sell your vehicle. However, an appointment will help us get you in and out in as little time as possible.
We review current market conditions as well as your vehicle's specific year, make, model, mileage, and vehicle history report. We examine your vehicle's condition inside and out for major defects like frame or flood damage. We also test drive your vehicle and check to see if the brakes and turn signals are working (among other things). If repairs are needed, we may adjust our offer accordingly. In regard to cleanliness, the long-term maintenance and care of your vehicle is what's most important in determining our appraisal offer.
Requirements can vary from state to state, but there are a few items you'll need no matter where you are:
- Your vehicle's title or payoff information. All titleholders should be present.
- Valid and current registrations
- Valid state-issued photo ID for all title holders.
- All keys and remotes
- Please note that you don't need these things to get an offer for your vehicle, but if you think you plan to sell when you get your offer, you should come prepared with these items.
We pay with a CarNation check which is guaranteed by the issuing bank, you may deposit or cash this check. We also can remit payment via wire, ACH deposit and in some cases cash.
If your payoff amount is more than the offer for your vehicle, the difference is called "negative equity." In some cases, the negative equity can be included in your financing when you buy a CarNation vehicle. If not, we'll calculate the difference between your pay-off and our offer to you and you can pay CarNation directly. If the amount you owe is less than $250, we will accept a personal check. CarNation stores accept cashier's checks, certified checks, certified funds, cash, and debit cards. CarNation Car Buying Centers (locations that only buy vehicles) can accept cashier's checks, certified checks, and certified funds. Our written offers are good for seven days, giving you time to get any necessary funds to settle your transaction.
Yes! In most cases, you can sell your leased vehicle in almost the same way as any other financed vehicle. We’ll appraise the vehicle, then contact the leasing company for a payoff quote and process any equity you might have. Please note that CarNation cannot purchase a vehicle currently leased through the following companies: Nissan Motor Acceptance, Infiniti Financial Services, Honda Finance, Southeast Toyota Financial, GM Financial, Ford Credit, Mazda Credit, World Omni, Volvo Financial, Lincoln Credit, Acura Financial, Hyundai Motor Financial, Kia Motor Finance, BMW Financial Services and Tesla. Also, be aware that your leased vehicle might not be eligible for trade-in tax savings. Check with your leasing company for complete details.
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Where CarNation Is Located
602 Sunrise Highway, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
