If you are looking to sell your car for cash, or use it as a downpayment on a different vehicle, you have come to the right place. At 5 Star Auto Plaza, we understand that selling a vehicle privately can be a stressful, time-consuming process. That is why we have streamlined our trade-in and buying process to ensure you get a fair, competitive offer without the headache of classified ads or meeting strangers for test drives. Whether you are upgrading to a newer model or simply looking to clear out your garage, our team is ready to put money in your pocket today.

Why Sell Your Car to 5 Star Auto Plaza?

  1. Get an Instant, Fair Market Offer: We use real-time market data to ensure our valuations reflect the true value of your vehicle in the current St. Charles market.
  2. Eliminate Private Sale Stress: Forget about detailing your car for photos, dealing with low-ball offers, or waiting weeks for a buyer to secure financing.
  3. Professional and Transparent Process: Our expert appraisers walk you through the valuation, so you understand exactly how we reached our offer.
  4. Flexible Options: You can choose to take the cash and walk away, or apply the value toward a vehicle in our extensive inventory.

Our Simple Three-Step Selling Process

We believe selling your vehicle should be as easy as buying one. Our dealership has refined the experience into three clear steps designed to save you time.

  1. Submit Your Vehicle Details: Start by providing us with some basic information about your car, truck, or SUV, including the make, model, year, and mileage.
  2. Visit Our St. Charles Location for an Inspection: Bring your vehicle to our dealership near O'Fallon and St. Peters for a quick on-site verification of its condition.
  3. Receive Your Payment: Once we finalize the appraisal, we will provide a written offer. If you accept, we handle all the paperwork and ensure you receive your payment promptly.

Maximize Your Trade-In Value

To ensure you get the highest possible offer when you trade-in your car, consider these simple tips before your visit. While we buy cars in various conditions, having your maintenance records handy and ensuring the interior is tidy can help our appraisers see the full value of your vehicle. We are constantly looking for quality pre-owned vehicles to add to our lot, and we are willing to pay a premium for well-maintained cars from local drivers in St. Charles County.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to buy a car from you to sell mine?

No, we are happy to buy your car even if you do not purchase a replacement from our inventory.

What if I still owe money on my car loan?

Our financing team can often work with your lender to pay off the remaining balance and provide you with the equity difference.

How long is my offer valid?

Typically, our trade-in offers are valid for a specific timeframe or mileage limit, giving you time to make an informed decision.

Ready to see what your vehicle is worth? You can explore our financing options or use our online tools to browse our current inventory if you are considering a trade-up.

Contact us today or visit our St. Charles showroom to get started.

Visit one of our used car dealerships conveniently located in St. Louis & St. Charles, MO: Near Florissant, O’Fallon, and Wentzville.

5 Star Auto Plaza - St. Charles


Street address:
3690 West Clay Street
Saint Charles, MO 63301

Phone:
Sales: (636) 940-7600

DaySales Hours
Monday9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SundayClosed