Getting your Tesla ready for sale: the essential documents

You’ve made the decision to Sell My Tesla. It’s exciting to trade your high-tech vehicle for something else. What paperwork is needed to ensure a smooth sale? We’re about to take a joyride on your Tesla’s paperwork. Discover more about Tesla sales at learn more.

You can’t drive anywhere without the title of your vehicle. Title is the Tesla’s birth certificate. The deal will not go through without it. The lender may have your title if you still owe on the car. Before you can hand over your keys, make sure to pay off any outstanding debts.

The next step is registration. Your Tesla’s registration will be important to potential buyers. Keep your registration up to date, just like your license. It shows that you are on your game.

Talk about the service history of your Tesla. Although these are futuristic cars compared with gas-guzzlers and older models, prospective buyers appreciate the history of care. This is like showing off an organized diary that shows how well your car has been cared for. These records are your cheat-sheet if the questions of the buyers were a guide.

How’s your recall? Are you able to recall if a warranty is still active? It’s a good idea to document any warranties that are still active. Like adding the cherry to a sundae. When making large purchases, everyone loves to have a little extra protection.

There are also recall notices. Imagine that you are on your first date and you have never been informed about some important information. This could embarrass or make you feel uncomfortable. Just like other cars, Teslas may have recalls. Be upfront if any are in progress or if they’ve already been addressed.

We’ll talk about the all-important Bill of Sale. It’s not just a note you jotted down when selling your console. This is a written contract that outlines the details of the sale, including vehicle identification numbers (VINs) and information about both parties. This ensures that both the seller and the buyer are covered legally.