how it works

selling or trading-in

a real offer, right now

Share a few details and we'll extend a real offer for your vehicle in minutes. 100% online. No haggling. No headaches.

Your offer is good for 7-days

That's right. Your offer is not only real, it's good for 7 days.

Simply enter your car's VIN, answer a few questions, and get a real offer in minutes.
We'll always give you our strongest offer based on your vehicle details and current market conditions.
We'll buy your car for cash or you can trade it in. The choice is yours.

Sell or trade-in

We’ll buy your car for cash or you can trade it in. It’s up to you.

Sell your car

  • Flexible scheduling and safe, touchless pickup of your old car.
  • Fast, secure payment by check or direct deposit.
  • Get expert help from our customer care team, if you need it.

Trade in your car

  • Apply your trade-in value to reduce or eliminate the down payment on your next car.
  • Get instant trade-in tax savings in most states, which can be worth hundreds or thousands of dollars.
  • Quickly and easily switch out of your old car and into one of thousands of Carvana Certified vehicles.

Easy, online, and on your own time

Our self-service process is 100% online and done at your leisure. All you need to do is upload a few documents and our customer care advocates will help with the rest.

Our process is tailored to you and your individual situation.
Our team will verify ownership, key details about the vehicle, and loan or lease information.
After our review, choose your payment method and let us know where you want us to pick up your vehicle.

PICK UP OR DROP OFF

You choose the time and place that works best for you.

We'll pick it up

  • You let us know the time and place and we'll come to you and pick up your vehicle.
  • All pick-ups are touchless and completed with your safety in mind.
  • We'll finalize your sale or trade-in on the spot, including your payment.
  • If you bought a car from us, we'll bring your new ride and take your old one.

You drop it off

  • Choose when and where you want to meet us: the nearest vending machine or hub.
  • All drop-offs are touchless and completed with your safety in mind.
  • We'll finalize your sale or trade-in right there, including your payment.
  • If you traded your car in for a new one, we'll have your ride ready for you to drive home.

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How can we help?

Check out some answers to common questions about selling or trading in your car with Carvana.