Last week we discussed one aspect of the Pomona Swap Meet and Classic Car Show— buying and selling hard to find classic automotive parts. This time, we get into the nitty gritty… the cars!

Many people go to car shows to see the rides of their youth, exotic cars, or to catch a glimpse of the very rare. Sure, we’ve got all of that at the Pomona Swap Meet. But, there’s another part to this whole car show thing than just walking around and drooling over awesome paint jobs and rebuilt engines. A lot of people don’t realize it, but the Pomona Swap Meet and Classic Car Show is a great place to sell a classic car.

Think about it. For a small entrance fee, you get your car in front of nearly 30,000 potential buyers. In as little as a few hours, you could come to an agreement with a buyer for your classic car. In fact, negotiations often start while waiting in line to get in to the show!

There are a few things that you should consider though, in order to be successful. First, you need to advertise that your car is actually for sale. Make sure you display your signs so they are visible to everyone who walks by.

We also recommend staying nearby your vehicle… to talk it up and provide any unique details to potential buyers. Having your phone number listed on the sign isn’t bad, but a lot of people like to talk in person, rather than on the phone. That personal touch just might make the difference.

And if you can’t wait for our next event on October 20th to sell your vehicle, we have another option for you. Check out the the free online classifieds section of our website, where you can list anything related to classic cars. This includes automobilia, parts, or even your car. All you have to do is sign up, create your listing, post some pictures (if you have any), and let the car sell itself.

We’ve had a great time this year at the Pomona Swap Meet and Classic Car Show. Whether your buying, selling, or just out to see something different, don’t miss out!  We’ll look forward to seeing you at the Fairplex in Pomona this October!