20–30%
more than dealer
private sale vs used car dealer
2–4 wks
typical time to sell
mainstream PH private sale
0%
commission, ever
whatever you sell it for, you keep
In the Philippines, private car buyers search primarily on Facebook Marketplace, AutoDeal, and Carmudi. The right platform — or a combination — determines how quickly you find a serious buyer.
Typical listing fee — Philippines
| Upfront fee | Commission | Avg time to sell | Buyer trust | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Facebook Marketplace | ✓ | ✗ | 2–6 weeks | Low |
| AutoDeal | ₱500–₱2,500 | ✗ | 2–4 weeks | High |
| Carmudi | ✓ | ✗ | 3–5 weeks | Medium |
| Car Spot | Free 30 days | ✗ | 2–4 weeks | High |
Facebook Marketplace
- Upfront fee
- ✓
- Commission
- ✗
- Avg time to sell
- 2–6 weeks
- Buyer trust
- Low
AutoDeal
- Upfront fee
- ₱500–₱2,500
- Commission
- ✗
- Avg time to sell
- 2–4 weeks
- Buyer trust
- High
Carmudi
- Upfront fee
- ✓
- Commission
- ✗
- Avg time to sell
- 3–5 weeks
- Buyer trust
- Medium
Car Spot
- Upfront fee
- Free 30 days
- Commission
- ✗
- Avg time to sell
- 2–4 weeks
- Buyer trust
- High
Facebook Marketplace — The Dominant Channel
Facebook Marketplace is the most active channel for private car sales in the Philippines, driven by the country's very high Facebook penetration.
- Reach: Largest buyer pool for private sales — most enquiries come from here.
- Cost: Free to list.
- Groups: Supplement Marketplace with dedicated Facebook car groups (e.g., "Sasakyan.ph", brand-specific groups) for targeted reach.
- Watch for: Buyer quality varies — expect lowball offers. Screen buyers and never release documents before full payment.
AutoDeal.com.ph — For Newer Vehicles
- Positioning: AutoDeal targets buyers looking for certified pre-owned (CPO) and newer used cars. More structured listings than Facebook.
- Buyer profile: More qualified buyers with genuine purchase intent — fewer time-wasters.
- Cost: Paid listings for private sellers, worth it for vehicles above ₱300,000.
Carmudi Philippines — Broad Coverage
- Coverage: Carmudi.com.ph has national reach and is part of the international Carmudi network.
- Best for: Complementing Facebook and AutoDeal for broader exposure.
- Cost: Free basic listings with paid upgrades.
car-spot — Free, AI-Built, Zero Commission
car-spot sits in the free tier alongside Facebook Marketplace and Carmudi, but is purpose-built for cars. AI generates the description, organises your photos, and tracks which platform actually drives enquiries.
- Genuinely free: 30-day listing at no cost. Extend for 30 days at ₱199.00 only if needed.
- AI Vehicle Specification Assistant: Fills in missing specs automatically.
- Photos in the right order: AI Photo Classification arranges your shots optimally.
- Track where enquiries come from: Unique Platform-Specific Share Links for Facebook, Carmudi, and forums.
- Privacy protected: Your phone number and email are never publicly displayed.
Free for 30 days · No card required · 2 minutes to go live
Tips for Selling Faster
- List on Facebook Marketplace and at least one structured platform (AutoDeal or Carmudi) simultaneously.
- OR and CR must be current and clearly mentioned — buyers check this first.
- State if the car has no outstanding chattel mortgage — this builds trust immediately.
- Minimum 15 photos — all exterior angles, interior, dashboard with odometer, engine bay.
Pick the right route — a 60-second decision checklist
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