It’s not the issue with the Pakwheels platform that your car isn’t being sold; we have millions of monthly traffic; it’s your classified ad that is making buyers avoid your vehicle. For many sellers, it turns into a nightmare: endless lowballers, ghosting buyers, and ads that collect dust. The problem? You’re probably making rookie mistakes that scream, “Avoid this guy!” to buyers.
1. Vehicle Photos Darker than ‘Amawas Ki Raat’
Don’t: Upload blurry, shadowy pics of your car taken at midnight with a potato-quality camera. Buyers aren’t detectives—they won’t squint to admire your “pristine” 2012 Corolla hiding in a grainy, poorly lit garage.
Do: Take daylight photos from multiple angles. Show the interior, engine bay, and even minor scratches. Pro tip: A clean car in sunlight sells faster than a dusty one in dim lighting.
2. Writing a Description Like a WhatsApp Forward
Don’t: Use vague, lazy descriptions like “Genuine condition, no work required,” “Doctor-driven, carefully maintained,” or “Showroom condition, only serious buyers contact” with zero details about the car itself.
Do: Be specific. Mention the model year, mileage, engine type (petrol/diesel), service history, and upgrades. Example: “2018 Honda City 1.5L i-VTEC, 45,000 km, full-service history at Honda Care, new tires installed 3 months ago.”
3. Ignoring Maintenance Records
Don’t: Assume buyers will trust your word when you say, “Oil change kiya tha abhi 2 mah pehly”. No receipts = no credibility in Pakistan’s used-car bazaar.
Do: Keep records of servicing, repairs, and part replacements. A folder with bills from reputable service centers (e.g., Toyota Genuine Parts) is worth its weight in gold.
4. Pricing Like It’s a Rare Antique
Don’t: List your 2010 Toyota Civic for PKR 3 million because “Emotional attachment hai bhai.” PakWheels users have access to local offline showrooms, and they know market rates.
Do: Check similar listings. Use the “Price Your Car” tool on PakWheels or ask a dealer for a realistic quote. Price it 5-10% higher to leave room for negotiation.
5. Ghosting Buyers (Until They Ghost You)
Don’t: Post an ad, then vanish like Fawad Chaudhry from politics. Ignoring calls or replying with “Kal aa jana” for weeks will tank your credibility.
Do: Respond promptly. Schedule test drives efficiently, and be honest about availability. A simple “Sorry, already sold!” is better than leaving buyers on read.
6. Hiding the Car’s “Past”
Don’t: Pretend your car wasn’t in a fender-bender near Karachi’s Teen Talwar. Buyers will find out—either through a mechanic or the vehicle’s history report.
Do: Disclose accidents, repairs, or replaced parts upfront. Transparency builds trust, and a well-repaired car can still fetch a fair price. If the vehicle was involved in an accident, reveal it in the ad and don’t mention those typical lines like “Genuine condition, no touch-ups,” “Only showered for a fresh look.“
7. Acting Like a Desperate Urgent Sale! Seller
Don’t: Spam PakWheels with daily reposts or beg buyers with “Le lo bhai, koi aur nahi milay ga.” Desperation screams “scam” or “hidden issues.”
Do: Be patient. A well-priced, listed car sells in 2-4 weeks. Use PakWheels’ promo tools (e.g., featured ads) for better visibility.
8. Treating Test Drives Like a Joyride
Don’t: Let random uncles take your car for a spin without checking their license or accompanying them. “Beta, main 5-minute mein aata hoon” often ends in 1-hour dramas.
Do: Verify the buyer’s ID, ride along during the test drive, and pick a public spot. No one wants their Civic stolen for parts in Gulshan-e-Iqbal.
