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The Japanese Nissan has announced that it managed to close the year 2011 with a total of 695,702 registrations in the European market, which represented an increase of 25% compared to data obtained in 2010. This figure represents a record sales for the company’s historical business on the continent, also allowing to achieve a market share of 3.5% in Europe, 0.6 percentage points higher than in 2010.
As pointed out from Nissan, these sales volumes show that the Japanese company is on track to achieve its forecast to become the best-selling Asian manufacturer in Europe for 2016. So, Paul Willcox, vice president of Sales and Marketing, Nissan Europe, said the company has never been as strong in Europe, despite the difficulties experienced in 2011, as the earthquake in Japan
At the same time, Willcox said that this development is due largely to the number of models designed, developed and manufactured specifically to meet the European public. In fact, 70% of cars sold in Europe are produced in plants that the company owns in the UK, Spain and Russia.
Analyzing sales figures by model, we can see how the best-selling model in Europe was the Qashqai Nissan with 250,180 units shipped in 2011, followed by the Juke, with 123,174 units and the Micra, with 75,977 units.
Be sure to wash or detail your car to make it presentable. Ask your mechanic and get repair any fault reports indicating that the car works perfectly and has a clean record.
Determines the price. Check newspaper ads or sources like the Kelley Blue Book (in English) to investigate the current price of similar cars according to the model, condition and mileage.
Choose a slightly higher price than the market so you can easily negotiate with potential buyers.
Post an announcement. You can advertise your car in newspapers, local magazines, the Internet or bulletin boards in schools, offices and supermarkets. Do not forget to place a sign in the window of the car and spread the word to family and acquaintances.
Write an attractive ad that includes basic information such as price, brand, model, condition and mileage.
Displays the auto buyer. Answer all questions honestly to the purchaser, any defects noted and highlights the unique qualities of the car (special accessories, new tires, etc.).. Have on hand the documents to verify the history of the car and the buyer requests mecánicas.Si conditions drive the vehicle to try and bring it to your own mechanic for an inspection, make sure you have a license to drive and accompany him to clarify any additional questions.
When negotiating the price, be patient, consider all offers and do not hesitate to reject them if they are too low or if the buyer distrust.
End of sale procedures. Requests that the payment is made in cash or by certified check or cash (rather than personal checks). Once payment is made, it is important to sign the contract of sale, transfer title and remove the plates of the vehicle. Check the laws in your state to see if there are additional procedures or requirements for the sale of a used car.
After the sale, do not forget to contact your insurance agent to cancel your auto insurance coverage or transfer to another vehicle.