Sell past your zip code without becoming a shipper.

Why it matters more for independents

A franchise store has a factory network and often a transporter on speed dial. An independent lot listing on national marketplaces often has neither, which means shipping quotes take a salesperson's time and the number is only as good as the last call. A live instant quote on the listing gives the buyer an answer in seconds and keeps the salesperson on the sale.

Inoperable and specialty units

Independents sell more non-running, salvage and project vehicles than most franchise stores. Set data-vehicle-type to inoperable for units that do not run so the quote reflects the equipment needed. Read inoperable vehicle transport for what to tell buyers.

Listings on third-party sites

Marketplaces rarely allow embedded scripts. Use the tracked quote link in your listing description where the site allows a link, and in every reply to an out-of-state inquiry. Quotes from the link are attributed to your lot the same way as quotes from your own website.

What you do at pickup

Have the title situation, keys and a clean vehicle condition report ready. The driver inspects the vehicle and signs the bill of lading at pickup. That document is what protects you and the buyer if there is a damage question at delivery.