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Selling a quality older car

I have a 2001 BMW 530i which has been owned from new with only 20000 miles on the clock. The car is immaculate. Where is the best place to find out what its worth as it is going to be sold shortly?

Asked on 20 April 2013 by kevsays

Answered by Honest John
Might be worth about £3,000. But finding someone to pay that for a 13 year old car won't be easy. I don't think it's one for sure-sell.info or webuyanycar. Not sure what Autotrader would do for you. Maybe a local dealer who specialises in that sort of car. He won't give you what he will try to get for it, but might still be the best way out.
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