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How to sell a car in Virginia with confidence.

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Sell via Nexus.
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Use our Car Value Calculator to determine your car's worth accurately.

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We encourage competition from interested buyers, driving your cash and car trade-in values.

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Benefit from around-the-clock support and valuable insights from our Nexus experts.

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Nexus coordinates all transport arrangements once you sell a car in Virginia.

Sell another way.
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Less information usually means lower returns for your vehicle.

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You must spend time and money advertising and updating, usually on multiple platforms.

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You're responsible for everything.

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Popular car-buying sites like CarGurus offer low value with no room for negotiations.

Our experts make selling a car in Virginia easy.

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Evaluate Smarter

Our Nexus car worth calculator uses advanced data insights to give you the edge when selling a car privately in Virginia.

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Find Quality Buyers

Don't worry about scammers or window shoppers. Our Nexus Portal is home to highly regarded car dealers who are buying vehicles like yours right now.

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Client Care

Our staff of car-selling experts is here when you need us most. Let us match you with the right buyer and take care of the shipping when everything is settled.

Sell a car in Virginia to a top car dealer.

The Nexus Portal is available in these Virginia cities and more.
  • Virginia Beach
  • Norfolk
  • Chesapeake
  • Hampton
  • Newport News
  • Fairfax
  • Alexandria
  • Arlington
  • Falls Church
  • Vienna
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3 steps to sell a car in Virginia.

Find dealers in Virginia who are buying vehicles for top value.
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Get a free valuation.

To get you started, all we need is a VIN, license plate, and/or make and model. Use our free Car Value Calculator to assess your car's worth and adjust your expectations.

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Link with buyers.

Use your free car appraisal and get cash and trade-in offers from dealers in the United States. We only partner with verified buyers ready to negotiate for used vehicles in Virginia.

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Sell and ship.

We'll coordinate the shipping for you once you strike a deal and sign the paperwork. Selling your car in Virginia is straightforward and efficient with Nexus.

Why choose Nexus for selling a car in Virginia?

We're helping hundreds of satisfied customers sell vehicles in Virginia and around the nation.
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Professionalism That's Worth More

I researched and got a few quotes to ship my Jeep on a truck instead of driving. Nexus was a bit more expensive than others, but sounded and looked more legit then the competition so I Got my car delivered by Nexus from LA to Dallas last week. It was a great service and their timing was as promised. I definitely recommend using them even if it costs you more, it was worth it for their professional service and my peace of mind to have my car arrive safely and promptly.

Rated: 5.0

Elad C.

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A New Go-To Company

First I was working with another transport company and for three days I didn't hear anything. So I contacted Nexus Auto Transport and the communication was outstanding. They communicated with me daily and responded within minutes when I needed them. They transported my 65 mustang from Colorado to Houston in no time. They will be my go-to auto transport company from now on.

Rated: 5.0

Blas V.

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Effortless and Transparent

Nexus provided me with awesome service. From beginning to end of the transport, the company was very professional and made the process effortless. I really appreciated the communication letting me know when it was picked up and when it was waiting at my home being delivered. Highly recommend this company for your auto transport needs.

Rated: 5.0

David B.

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Flawless, Excellent Transaction

I received a quote within minutes and it was better priced than the other half a dozen ones I received. Actually, I was a bit skeptical because of that. However, I went along with my gut feeling and used them. They did an excellent job! I put them directly in contact with the party I bought the car from and they did the rest. They picked up the car on schedule. Then, a day later I received a call from the driver letting me know he was in town and on his way to drop off my vehicle. The whole transaction was flawless and done by text and email. Definitely recommended and I will certainly use them again.

Rated: 5.0

Ralph C.

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Quick Response, Smooth Process

Nexus responded quickly to my request and even though I gave them less than a week's notice, they were able to schedule my auto transport. Communication was open and the process was smooth

Rated: 5.0

Julee W.

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Flexible, Affordable, Fast

This was the first time we shipped a car, so it was a little scary but it turned out great. Customer service was always helpful, the price was the best we found and the carrier that picked up our car was reliable and flexible. It was faster than expected and they were happy to change the drop off location (in the same town) at the last minute. Would recommend and use again.

Rated: 5.0

Alicia J.

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Earned My Loyalty!

I was recommended Nexus by a friend of mine and I got the best quote from them for shipping my car from Phx AZ to Austin TX. They got the carrier to pick up the car within 48 hrs and delivered on time. I ended up shipping my 2nd car with them too. I would definitely use them again for future needs.

Rated: 5.0

Krishna G.

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Earned a Repeat Customer

I recently purchased a pre-owned vehicle here in Gilbert, AZ and needed a reliable Auto Transportation company to pick up and deliver my vehicle to Sacramento, CA safely. Richard from Nexus was great and provided on-time delivery for me. The driver was professional and handled my vehicle with care just as I expected. I use transportation service at least twice a year and Nexus will be my choice of Auto Transportation from now on. Thank you Nexus!!

Rated: 5.0

Jacori J.

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Rough Weather, No Problem

I had an excellent experience and would recommend them highly. They transported my daughter's classic Miata that only has 35,000 miles on it. It was delivered in the exact same shape as it was picked up (From Southern California to Seattle) even through rough weather!!! Can't say enough good things about Nexus Auto Transport!!!

Rated: 5.0

Darrin S.

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Impressed, Not Stressed

I was nervous about picking a car transport company because I was reading so many negative reviews about being charged a different price, not being able to get in touch with the carrier, the car never being picked up etc. I chose nexus because I was impressed with how easy it was to get in touch with them, and their non aggressive sales approach. The car was picked up on time, I was able to speak to the driver for updates and it arrived on time. I was not charged extra and it was very stress free. I was very impressed and would recommend nexus to others

Rated: 5.0

Jill D.

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Professional, Amazing Prices

Process was very professional, the driver was always a call away, we had a small hiccup with the pickup but the driver worked with me and made this whole process extremely smooth. Amazing prices compared to competitors.

Rated: 5.0

Rafael G.

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Professional Next-Day Service

So I needed my car shipped from California to NJ ASAP. I was able to get a driver the next day! They were very professional. I love that I could reach them anytime to talk to them about my car shipment. I've went through 3 different companies before a friend recommended them to me. .... Recommend. Will definitely use them again in the future.

Rated: 5.0

Lorie-Mae N.

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Best in the Game

So far the best in the game. I have used them on three occasions and haven’t been disappointed! Thanks guys!

Rated: 5.0

Nana Q.

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Fair Pricing, Fast Delivery

Used Nexus twice. They delivered early/on time both times. Fair pricing and fast delivery. I recommend their team and will be using them in the future. Honestly still shocked I got my first delivery done in one day and the other one in two days.

Rated: 5.0

Abel S.

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Excellent, Efficient Service

The employees at this company were very quick to communicate and arrange for a delivery of my Audi S7 all the way from Iowa to New Jersey, and they also did an excellent job at keeping me updated with the progress of the pick and delivery, I would highly recommend Nexus Auto Transport

Rated: 5.0

Shayan A.

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Can't Beat This Service.

Needed 2 cars transported from New Jersey to California. The agent from Nexus Auto Transport provided a fast quote that was very competitive with clear expectations of timeline for payments, pickup and delivery. They subcontracted for actual transport which had some hiccups, but the agent was my advocate and made sure everything went smoothly with the shipping team. He is very responsive to text and calls. Ultimately our cars were delivered safely and EARLY! Can't beat that.

Rated: 5.0

Jon O.

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No More Shopping Around

Nexus found a driver very quickly and for a cheaper price to ship a vehicle cross country (AZ to GA). Driver was very professional and delivered the vehicle on-time and without issue. I have used other transport companies in the past but I will use Nexus from now on. Great job to the Nexus team.

Rated: 5.0

Tony M.

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Easy, Unexpected Deal

Arranged to have my 1982 Volvo 242 shipped over the phone. The shipping company called and made it easy to schedule the pickup. The driver was great. To my surprise it was an enclosed hauler for a very affordable price. Will definitely use Nexus next time I need a car shipped!

Rated: 5.0

Donny W.

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Calmed My Nerves

I used nexus to send my car from Washington to Florida and back again in 2021. Both times they were up front with the pricing, took very good care of my car and delivered the car earlier than expected. I was nervous to send my new car on an open truck across the country, but now I wouldn’t think twice about using nexus to do it.

Rated: 5.0

Kameryn K.

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Exceeded All Expectations

Very professional, exceeded my expectations! The car arrives from Federal Way, WA to South Carolina within three days! Driver was very informative and answered all my questions.

Rated: 5.0

Debbie G.

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Planning Another Shipment

Vehicles picked up and delivered on time, even with crazy supply chain issues and fuel prices. Decent rates, and reliable service. The driver who transported our car did a great job loading and unloading, and the car arrived a bit dirty but in perfect condition. I plan on calling them when we ship our car back in the spring.

Rated: 5.0

Keith S.

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A+ Customer Service!

A+ service! They had my car shipped from Kentucky to Seattle in 6 days. Great service and superb communication for a very competitive price. I strongly recommend them and will use them again!

Rated: 5.0

Nathan L.

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Transparent, Highly Recommended

I was connected with a very reputable auto transport person. My contact with the initial gentlemen was excellent. He answered all my questions and explained how the process would work. There was follow-up contact to be sure my pick-up was scheduled and that all was satisfactory with the arrangements. I would definitely recommend Nexus Auto Transport to anyone in need of this type of service.

Rated: 5.0

Jan K.

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A Deserved A+ Rating

I did my research! Nexus Auto Transport has an A+ rating on the BBB and I agree! The contractor, Tony, picked up my car and was great with communicating with me along the way. The customer service was great as well with scheduling everything. The price was fair and the service was great! Be cautious with those other companies that under quote - you get what you pay for!

Rated: 5.0

K. Padgett

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Wouldn't Use Anyone Else

Have used Nexus twice in the last 2 months and both times they were awesome! Great communication throughout the whole process, drivers were great and they were on time at pickup and drop off. Wouldn't use anyone else! Highly recommend it!

Rated: 5.0

Mitchell S.

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Friendly Customer Care.

I got the best offer for moving my Acura TLX from Kansas city to Seattle. The customer care is really friendly and I got my car shipped within the next 3-4 days and completely safe. The driver is really friendly and upon my request he delivered it to my work address instead of home.

Rated: 5.0

Avinash G.

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BBB #4

In the middle of a moving emergency, the dispatcher hustled for me and scheduled the pick-up of my 2020 Fusion the very next day. The agent offered me a very affordable rate which was hundreds of dollars cheaper than the first company I called. The truck-drivers and Nexus agent were kind people and just overall great in terms of service. I would definitely recommend using to anyone looking to move their car over a long distance

Rated: 5.0

Allison C.

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Reliable, Friendly, and Recommended

Very reliable, immediate back and forth communication, and extremely friendly. I definitely recommend and am a living proof that the job is done well. The car was taken care of and no issues to the destination

Rated: 5.0

Jason G.

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Friendly, Reasonable Prices

I have used Nexus Auto Transport twice now to ship a vehicle from Florida to Michigan and both experiences have been great. Friendly professional service and reasonable prices. Easy communication with company and driver. Would recommend this car transport company.

Rated: 5.0

Stephanie S.

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Great Experience, Friendly

Great experience with the delivery of vehicle. Professional and friendly. I appreciated that they stayed in touch with me to keep me posted on the delivery.

Rated: 5.0

Sonny M.

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Awesome Experience, 5 Stars.

I had an awesome experience getting my car shipped across the country. The agent helped me a lot with great communication and a very good price for the job. The entire process was painless and now I am successfully moved from L.A. to Nashville safe and sound even through this whole virus outbreak. 5 stars all round!

Rated: 5.0

Michael P.

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Seamless 5-Star Service

My experience with Nexus auto transport was excellent....definitely 5 star. The assigned driver was on time and thoroughly briefed me on the procedures he would follow and the route he would take. He kept me informed of his progress and was very accommodating to a change I requested in the day and time for delivering the vehicle. The service was seamless from initial phone call to the drop off. I would use the service again without hesitation.

Rated: 5.0

John H.

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Hassle-Free Car Delivery

Great service. Fast delivery time. Hassle free car delivery. And great prices. Will definitely continue to use them

Rated: 5.0

Bracken M.

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Nexus Auto Transport's Outstanding Service!

Nexus Auto Transport's customer service was outstanding. They anticipated every concern and responded to my questions promptly and courteously. I recommend them without hesitation, as my vehicle was delivered safely and without incident ahead of schedule.

Rated: 5.0

Daryl J. M.

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On Time, Safe and Sound

I recently hired Nexus to haul a collector car from Iowa to Washington for me. The driver showed up when he said he would, was friendly, and did a great job dropping my car off on the day and at the place he said he would, safe and sound. I would work with Nexus again.

Rated: 5.0

Conrad J.

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I am very happy

I am very happy, with high quality service, which Nexus provided for me, to transfer my car from Michigan to Panama. These are honest and hard working people taking care of your car. Thank you to my friend who recommended Nexus to me.

Rated: 5.0

Svetlana C.

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Satisfied To The Fullest!

The agent from Nexus was an absolute pleasure to work with and had great customer service skills. We had another reservation with another company who wasn't following up and felt helpless. When we started a new search, he was able to get our new reservation booked, payment processed and vehicles picked up within 24 hours! I was relieved and satisfied to the fullest! He fulfilled and exceeded our expectations and thank you again!

Rated: 5.0

Olga O.

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No Hassles, Great Communication

I shipped two cars all the way from west coast to east coast, and both cars were transported with no hassle from the day I booked with Nexus. Customer support was always easily available on phone, once a driver was assigned, their dispatch team was also very communicative. One of my cars were delivered in two days, I wasn’t really expecting it to be this fast.

Rated: 5.0

Shama F.

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Excellent, Friendly Service

The communication was excellent, they made sure the vehicles were delivered quickly and they also coordinated with the pick up location, who was not ready on time. As soon as vehicles were ready, they picked up the same day and delivered the next morning. Driver was friendly and put vehicles right where we wanted them.

Rated: 5.0

Chris K.

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Rare Level of Service

Excellent service, efficiency, and care for my vehicle. Moving cross country was very difficult overall, but not in regards to my vehicle. Our driver was incredibly quick, careful, and caring whilst transporting our car. Customer service is excellent from this firm, which is very rare nowadays. I recommend this company with 0 apprehensions.

Rated: 5.0

Reginald W.

FAQ

Yes. Remove your license plates and scrape off the registration stickers before finalizing the sale. You may transfer your plates to a new or currently owned vehicle, return your plates to a local Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles office, or return your plates online through the Virginia Online Plate Surrender portal.

You can also fill out a Vehicle Registration Refund Application and mail your plates to the following address:

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles

2300 West Broad St

Richmond, VA 23269

Can you transfer your license plates when selling your car in Virginia?

You can transfer your license plates in Virginia to a currently-owned or new vehicle. You cannot transfer plates to another owner.

To transfer plates in Virginia, you must:

· Fill out a Virginia License Plate Application.

· Bring your application to a local Virginia DMV office.

· Pay a $2 transfer fee if your new vehicle weighs the same or less than your old one. Pay $2 plus a prorated charge for a new car that weighs more.

The best way to sell a car privately in Virginia is to line up as many legitimate, reputable vehicle buyers as possible. The more interested buyers vying for your car, the higher your return will likely be. The Nexus Portal is designed to encourage competition for your used car. Get your free valuation and connect with the best car dealers in the U.S., offering high cash and trade-in values for vehicles like yours.

Virginia collects a 4.15% Sales and Use Tax on all used car sales within the state. A Virginia car buyer is required to pay the tax when the ownership of the vehicle officially changes. Car sellers are not required nor encouraged to reimburse sellers for sales tax.

Sales taxes are the responsibility of the car buyer in Virginia. If you profit from your vehicle's original price, you will likely be subject to a capital gains tax. Exclusions apply. Speak with a local tax representative for more information.

Yes. You may transfer a car title online in Virginia through the state's electronic titling program. You must meet the following requirements to complete an online transfer:

Sellers

· Use an active myDMV account.

· Be a legal resident of Virginia.

· No businesses allowed.

Buyers

· Use an active myDMV account.

· Be a legal resident of Virginia.

· No businesses allowed.

· Have no account holds or notes that restrict vehicle titling.

No. In Virginia, you are not required to notarize a car bill of sale, although it is advised for large transactions.

No. In Virginia, a notary is not required to witness the signatures of a buyer and seller on a car title.

Yes. You must officially notify the Virginia DMV within 30 days of selling your car in Virginia. You may notify the DMV in the following ways:

· Call (804) 497-7100

· Fill out applicable forms and notify the Virginia DMV online.

Yes. To sell your car in Virginia, you must have an original vehicle title. The title must be signed and handed over to the buyer to officially change ownership.

No. You are not required to fill out a bill of sale in Virginia, although the DMV advises you to do so.

No. You are not required to have a valid emissions test to sell your vehicle in Virginia. However, a car buyer must complete an emissions test before registering a car in the following areas:

Cities

· Alexandria

· Fairfax

· Falls Church

· Manassas

· Manassas Park

Counties

· Arlington

· Fairfax

· Loudoun

· Prince William

· Stafford