You're not just listing a car. You're trying to convince a real person, your neighbor, that buying from you is a good decision. Listings that take this seriously sell faster and at better prices. Listings that don't take it seriously sit, and then expire, and then have to be reposted, which costs you another month.
Photos
Use all 5 photo slots. Cover the essentials: a clean exterior shot from the front-three-quarter angle, a rear or side profile, the interior including the dashboard, the odometer reading, and one detail shot that highlights the vehicle's best feature or condition. Good lighting and a neutral background make a real difference.
Photos taken in direct sunlight outside almost always look better than photos taken in a parking garage or under fluorescent light. Wash the car first. It sounds basic; many listings skip it.
Description
Cover these in roughly this order:
- The basics first: year, make, model, trim, engine, transmission, mileage, hand. Even though the form fields capture this, restating in the description signals competence.
- Why you're selling. Buyers wonder. Tell them: "Upgrading to a family car," "moving abroad," "no longer drive much." Honest reasons build trust.
- Service and maintenance history. Recent service, known mechanic, any major work done. If the car has a full service book, say so.
- Known issues. If there's a small thing, a slow window, a scratch on the bumper, mention it. Buyers will find it on the test drive anyway. Mentioning it upfront builds enormous trust.
- What's included. Spare key, owner's manual, snow tires, baby seat anchors, etc.
- What's negotiable. Is the price firm? Open to offers? Trade considered? Be clear.
Pricing
Look at what comparable cars are listed for, on oranit.community itself, on Yad2, and on Carwiz. Don't price 20% above market and hope someone calls. They won't. Price honestly, and you'll get serious calls within days.
If you're not sure of the right price, list a bit on the high side and be open to negotiation. Avoid "or best offer" framing in the title; it signals desperation.
Responding to inquiries
The first 48 hours after posting are when most serious buyers reach out. Respond to messages within a few hours if you can. A buyer who's reached out to three sellers and you respond fast is more likely to buy from you than from someone who replies a day later.
If a buyer asks for a video walk-around, send one. It's two minutes of your time and weeds out the people who aren't serious.
Test drives and meetings
Meet in a public, well-lit place if you don't know the buyer. The Oranit Center is fine. Bring a friend if you can. Most buyers are exactly who they say they are, but the small caution costs nothing.
Take a photo of the buyer's driver's license before they take the car for a test drive. This is normal and reasonable; serious buyers expect it.
When the sale happens
Once the deal is done, mark the listing as "sold" or remove it from your dashboard. Don't leave it sitting active, residents who see it later will reach out and waste their time and yours.