Don’t be clueless, sell your car to Carro and get a $50 NTUC voucher

Selling your car shouldn’t feel like a royal mess. But for many first-time sellers, it can feel like navigating a room full of traps. Have you watched our short film yet? In “A King’s Dilemma”, the wrong approach can leave you frustrated — or worse, shortchanged.

But hey, don’t worry. We’ve seen it all before. As your trusty used car platform, we’re here to assure you our best price guaranteed for your car. From now till 31 May, sell your car with Carro and get a $50 NTUC voucher! (while stocks last)

At Carro, we’ve seen and heard plenty of car-selling stories and frustrations – car owners who get lowballed or ghosted, and of course, smart car sellers who are prepared and ready to get the best price. We’ve narrowed them down to 5 types of sellers – which one are you?

The 5 types of car sellers

1. The Clueless One

Values their car based on hearsay, gut feelings or whatever their family members once said. No research or comparison done, just pure confidence… or naivety? 

Don’t be like the King in our film. Get a proper, data-backed valuation from Carro. We’ll even show you what similar cars are going for right now. No guesswork needed.

2. The Sentimentalist

Thinks their 2005 Toyota is worth $40,000 because “it never gave me problems” and “I changed the tyres last year.” We get it—your car’s been through thick and thin with you. But emotional value doesn’t always translate to market value. Buyers care about age, mileage, and condition, not the memories. A reality check from Carro can help you price it right – without the heartbreak.

3. The Ghost

Lists the car online… and disappears. No replies, no follow-up, no plan. Often not mentally (or emotionally) ready to part with the car, or didn’t think this far ahead. If you’re serious about selling, make sure you’re ready – with documents in hand and a platform like Carro to help you through the process.

4. The Hustler

Cross-posts on every known platform, comes to everyone for a quote, and negotiates like a pro. Hustling might get you a great price, but it also eats away at your time and energy. A balance needs to be struck.

5. The Prepared

Our absolute favourite!  Has all their documents sorted, shows up with laminated service records, and maybe even got a polish the day before inspection. We salute you. Be like this person.

Real mistakes (we’ve actually encountered) when selling your car and how to avoid them

Taking bad photos

We’ve seen some listings with photos taken at 11pm under a flickering streetlight – blurry, dark, and looking like they were shot with a potato. Good photos make a difference, so take the time to snap your car in daylight, from multiple angles, and don’t forget to include interior shots too.

Accepting the first offer

Accepting the very first offer you get might feel like a win, but it could mean leaving money on the table. Take a moment to compare, research, and understand the real value of your car before sealing the deal.

Forgetting to remove personal items (hello, gym shorts in the boot)

Then there are the mystery items left behind—gym shorts in the boot, receipts from 2017, or things we honestly can’t unsee. Before any viewing or handover, do a proper clean-out. No one wants to inherit your forgotten snacks and it will leave a negative first impression on the potential buyer.

Changing your mind after inspection

Changing your mind after agreeing on a price—especially post-inspection—wastes everyone’s time. Only move forward when you’re ready and sure. A smooth sale needs commitment from both sides.

How to be the Prepared Seller

1. Do your research

Start with a free inspection from Carro. We’ll even give you an instant offer after. Zero commitment, full transparency.

2. Prepare your documents

• Car registration card
• Copy of NRIC
• Loan settlement letter (if applicable)
• Proof of insurance
• Service records (optional but impressive)
• Road tax receipt

How Carro makes it easy

Free inspection

We offer a free inspection — no strings attached. Our team will assess your car and give you a clear, data-driven picture of its condition and market value.

Transparent and fair offer

You’ll get a fair and transparent offer — based on real market data, not guesswork or “family prices.” No haggling, no hidden surprises—just a deal you can trust.

We’ll guide you through the paperwork

We’ll guide you through the paperwork — so you’re not left scratching your head over forms and jargon. From start to finish, we’ll make sure you know exactly what to prepare and sign.

We handle loan settlement (if needed)

We handle loan settlement if needed — that means no awkward calls to the bank or confusion over outstanding balances. Just pass us the details, and we’ll sort it out.

Quick payment once everything is cleared

And once everything is cleared, you’ll get your payment quickly — no long waits, no uncertainty. Just a smooth process from inspection to instant payout.

What now, your highness?

Whichever path you pick, just don’t go in like the King—trusting hearsay, ignoring red flags, and accepting the first “friendly” offer.

Get the facts. Do the prep. Avoid the drama.

And if you’re looking for a royal treatment? Carro is here for you. Free inspection. Fair offer. Fast payment. Sell your car today.