How to photograph a car for sale, useful tips

Probably, each car owner at least once in his life had to face the process of selling or buying a used car - and this process was accompanied by certain specific actions. One of these is the creation of photographs whose task is to fall in love with a potential buyer in a car, and at the same time provide him with the most complete impression of his design, technical condition, features and virtues.

Preparation of a car for sale

Of course, every car owner who put up his car for sale, strives to sell it more expensive and quickly. On the way to this purpose, the right pre-sale preparation of the car will help. When choosing a used car, the buyer, first of all, draws attention to:

  • The absence of traces of the accident on the body.
  • The presence of exclusively factory welding seams.
  • Lack of large scratches and dents.
  • The lack of corrosion and traces after its repair.
  • Factory painting.

pricing

It should be started. First of all, make a small study and see how much cars are with the same year of release and mileage, and only after that form our own price for the car, taking into account its condition. Of course, when purchasing a car, the buyer will be bargained, so first offer the goods by 5-7% more expensive from the amount you want to help out.

appearance

The appearance of the car is also an important aspect when selling it. Here the potential buyer is often interested in small dents and hidden body defects. If the body looks "matno," has microcracks and small scratches, make polishing - it is not expensive, but it will give the body shine. In addition, it is important to wash the car thoroughly. To do this, use a rubber rag that perfectly removes pollution and leaves no divorce.

Wash the car is necessary, starting from the roof and ending with the wheels and discs. If there is inhomogeneous places on the body, find the required tone and fill this area. This will significantly improve the appearance of the vehicle. It is important that all the gaps between body elements are the same. If the headlights suffered as a result of the accident, you need to replace them. If there are traces of corrosion on the body, eliminate them.

engine

Motor is the heart of the car. First of all, it is necessary to adjust the supply of oil and fuel so that the engine will turn out clearly from one turn. Also pay attention to how the operation of the power unit sounds - there should be no noise and knocks. Increase the power of the motor and reduce the slightness will help special fuel additives.

Pre-sale car preparation

Minor oil trails on the engine connecting elements are allowed. No need to wash them, because the clean motor opposite can cause suspicions. Remove the candles for cleaning them and reduce the gaps to the recommended manufacturer. These events will give the engine the opportunity to function exactly and without jerks. If this does not help, change the oil or replace the candles yourself.

Engine car wash

To make the engine faster, process the trambling cover by any water repellent. Wine expansion tank so that the cooling system of the car did not look contaminated. We will not be able to pour a new antifreeze.

In addition, the drive belts should be adjusted. It is important that they do not publish outsided sounds. Electric wiring should also function smoothly. You need to check it on working capacity. Before selling, try to refill auto high-quality fuel.

salon

Most buyers, regardless of experience, pay special attention to the purity of the cabin. If there is dirt or stains on the upholstery, and in the smell of tobacco and holes from cigarettes, you will not be able to sell the car for the normal cost. Take a good vacuum cleaner and carefully remove all dirt and dust from the ceiling and upholstery. If the seats covers are too polluted or there are traces of acid or cigarettes on them, you must purchase new ones.

You should also pay attention to the plastic panels of the instruments and other components of the cabin. Bring them to the perfect state. They can be cleaned with soap solution, and after drying, polish the means for plastic and rubber. We also view the glove box, check the condition of the speakers and door handles. If you do not have the ability to install new, put in order old.

In mandatory, wash and dry the mats. If some elements in the cabin, for example, the steering wheel or the gear lever, in the course of operation slightly lost, it is desirable to replace them before selling, which will significantly improve the appearance of the automotive salon.

In addition, carefully inspect the trunk and bring it into the proper look. To begin with, remove all of it and leave only those things that may be needed by the future owner of the car, it will be an additional advantage. All the fabric thoroughly spend, clean the existing stains.

technical condition

The car has a chief emphasis on the car. During the pre-sale preparation, the car must be well equipped. If you have a new set of winter tires, add it to the price of the car, thanks to which significantly increase the cost. If the car has a big mileage, in no case "twist" the speedometer. After all, the real mileage of the car can be found in a number of other signs. Therefore, immediately tell the buyer how many kilometers was passed in reality. Although many buyers do not pay special attention to this figure.

Stock Foto Car for sale

The photos are the face of your ad, so it is important that every photo as best reflects all the details of your car, telling about its pluses and the current state. In order for the photos to be informative and high-quality, spend a separate photo session.

No need to hire a photographer or buy a professional camera. Often enough photographs made by a conventional smartphone. The main thing is to comply with a number of important rules.

preparation of a car to the photo

Naturally, much when shooting depends on the photographer, but do not forget about the appearance of the car. Before shooting, it is necessary to thoroughly wash the car outside, conduct internal cleaning of the cabin, as well as align the steering wheel and remove the ignition key. The side mirrors do not need to be folded, and set the wheels of the car smoothly or turn a little. Align all headrests, chairs and other interior elements.

time and place of shooting a car

It is advisable to photograph a car into a clear and sunny day. During shooting, the sun should be behind you, which will give the opportunity to correctly convey the color and evenly distribute the lighting. In the early evening and morning photos, it turns out better, as the sun can discard flat shadows.

Next, select the correct location for shooting. Some car owners are often negotiated by this factor, removing the wet car, which expires water, right when leaving the sink, or quickly "declining" it in the garage or parking at the house. In practice, this entails the following consequences: the potential buyer believes (and it is quite fair) that the owner is so superficial in the repair and maintenance of the car, and is looking for a more "well-groomed" option.

In addition, photography on the background of the garage are scared by another moment: it seems that the car does not drive, but "lives" in the garage, and therefore has some technical problems or needs in service investments after a long parking.

No need to photograph a car against the background of slaughterhouses, garages, attached by ads, or garbage tanks. However, it is also necessary to look for a picturesque landscape too: it will be enough to find a flat, uniform in color, a contrasting and cluster wall.

how many photos of the car you need

If the technical conditions allow, ideally the photo of the car exterior should be eight. If there is a need, you can and more. At the same time try to embrace each detail, photographed a car in different angles. However, do not overdo it - you do not need to reboot the announcement with a huge number of photos. When placing photos on the site, stop your choice only on successful oaks, avoiding dubbing and repetition. As for the cabin, for a potential buyer, the current state of the inside machine is no less important than outside. That is why several good photos of the cabin are an integral attribute of a successful ad.

 

what you need to take pictures in the car

Photographing the car is needed from the following angles:

Exterior

  • Rear view, front, right, left.
  • View of the car from behind and in front at an angle of 75 °.
  • Type of trunk.
  • View of the windscarette.
  • Large plans of wheels and headlights.

Interior

  • View of the cabin from passenger seats.
  • View of the interior of the car outside (through the open door).
  • Close-up of a central dashboard.
  • Closeup of upholstery (for example, on the side door).
  • Closeup of steering wheel, lever or handle control checkpoint.

Right photos

Another thing that can save, and "kill" photos is post-processing. Some inexperienced users, having received tools for editing, so fond of the process, which results in fantastic posters, which will not give a potential buyer of intentional information. Therefore, trying to make your car attractive, do not flirt, because the efficiency in the photos of the car sold is more important than their effect.

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