Craigslist Cars & Trucks for Sale by Owner in Winston-Salem, NC
Looking for a used car in Winston-Salem? Below are live Craigslist listings for cars and trucks in the Winston-Salem area, plus everything you need to buy safely from a private seller in North Carolina. Want more choice? Use the nationwide search to compare prices in every Craigslist city at once.
Cars for sale by owner in Winston-Salem
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Search by make in Winston-Salem
- Used Ford
- Used Chevrolet
- Used Toyota
- Used Honda
- Used Nissan
- Used Jeep
- Used Dodge
- Used GMC
- Used Subaru
- Used Hyundai
- Used Kia
- Used BMW
How to buy a used car from a private seller in Winston-Salem
- Compare prices. Look at several listings with similar year and mileage, in Winston-Salem and in nearby cities, to know what a fair price is.
- Ask for the VIN before you meet, and run a vehicle history report to check for accidents, flood damage and odometer issues.
- Meet safely in a public place, ideally a police "safe exchange" zone, during the day.
- Inspect and test drive. Use our inspection checklist, and for any car over a few thousand dollars, pay a local mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection.
- Check the paperwork. The name on the title must match the seller's ID, with no lien listed and a VIN that matches the car.
- Pay safely with a cashier's check or at the seller's bank. Never wire money or pay with gift cards — read how to avoid Craigslist car scams.
- Transfer the title through the North Carolina DMV.
Other Craigslist car markets in North Carolina
- Charlotte
- Raleigh
- Greensboro
- Durham
- Fayetteville
- Wilmington
- Asheville
- Greenville
- Boone
- All of North Carolina
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find cars for sale by owner in Winston-Salem?
Craigslist is the largest source of private-party car listings in Winston-Salem. CraigsCars shows live Winston-Salem listings on this page and lets you search every other Craigslist city at once if you are willing to travel for the right car.
Where should I meet a Craigslist car seller in Winston-Salem?
Meet in daylight in a busy public place. Many police departments offer designated "safe exchange" zones in their parking lots — call the local non-emergency number to ask. Bring a friend and never carry large amounts of cash to a first viewing.
How do I transfer a car title in Winston-Salem, NC?
Title transfers in North Carolina are handled by the North Carolina DMV. Bring the signed title, a bill of sale, your ID and proof of insurance.