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Selling Tips
How to price your car, write a great description, and sell faster and safely in Nigeria.
Photos That Sell
- Take photos in good daylight — avoid dark garages or harsh direct sunlight
- Clean the car thoroughly inside and out before taking photos
- Photograph all four sides, front, rear, interior, dashboard, boot, and engine bay
- Include clear shots of any existing damage so buyers are not surprised
- Use at least 5 photos — listings with more photos get significantly more enquiries
- Avoid stock photos or images downloaded from the internet
Writing a Great Description
- Write an honest, accurate description of the car's condition
- State the actual mileage — buyers will verify in person
- Mention any recent repairs, service work, or new parts
- Disclose known faults upfront — it builds trust and saves time on both sides
- Include the full vehicle history: one owner, accident-free, service history available
- Specify what is included: spare tyre, tools, original manuals
Pricing Your Car
- Research current market prices for your exact make, model, year, and condition
- Price realistically — overpriced listings attract no serious enquiries
- Factor in your car's true condition, mileage, and location when pricing
- Decide your lowest acceptable price before negotiating so you are not pressured
- Consider marking the price as Negotiable if you have flexibility
Handling Enquiries Safely
- Respond to enquiries promptly — buyers lose interest quickly
- Keep initial communication within the Folex platform or verified phone/WhatsApp
- Be cautious of buyers who want to pay remotely without inspecting the car
- Arrange inspections in a safe, public location or at a trusted mechanic
- Never share personal bank or financial details in listing messages
- Meet serious buyers with a fully charged phone and ideally with someone you trust
Managing Your Listing
- Mark your listing as Sold as soon as the car is sold to avoid wasted enquiries
- Keep your vehicle documents accessible for admin checks and buyer verification
- Respond to admin requests for document verification — it helps your listing get approved faster
- Renew your listing before it expires so serious buyers can still find it
- Upgrade to a higher advert plan for more visibility and faster sales
Watch Out for Buyer Scams
- Buyer offers to pay by cheque, bank transfer without inspection, or unusual payment methods
- Buyer claims to be abroad and wants to arrange shipping or a third-party agent
- Buyer agrees to your price immediately without negotiating — then asks you to return a partial amount
- Buyer sends a payment screenshot before meeting — verify with your bank, do not trust screenshots
- Buyer pressures you to reduce the price significantly before they have seen the car
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