Sell your car in Ottawa
Skip the lowball trade-in. List your car, set a reserve and a closing time, and let 21 verified Ottawa dealers bid against private buyers until the clock runs out.
What cars fetch in Ottawa
Steady, well-maintained government-town stock. Bidders here favour low-distance sedans and compact SUVs, and cross-river Quebec buyers add to the pool.
| Vehicle | Distance | Trade-in | At auction | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 | 60,000 km | $24,050 | $26,500 – $29,600 | +$4,000 |
| 2020 Ford F-150 | 85,000 km | $28,450 | $31,350 – $35,000 | +$4,750 |
| 2021 Honda Civic | 55,000 km | $17,150 | $18,900 – $21,100 | +$2,850 |
| 2020 Mazda CX-5 | 70,000 km | $20,150 | $22,200 – $24,800 | +$3,350 |
| 2020 Jeep Wrangler | 75,000 km | $25,650 | $28,250 – $31,550 | +$4,250 |
Smart Estimate figures for vehicles in good condition, 2026. Your car's own history, tires and service record move the number — run yours.
Live auctions in Ottawa
The paperwork in Ontario
Ontario requires the seller to provide a Used Vehicle Information Package (UVIP) from ServiceOntario. The buyer needs a Safety Standards Certificate to plate the vehicle and pays retail sales tax at registration on the greater of the price paid or the province's wholesale value.
A plain-language summary, not legal advice. Requirements and tax rates change — confirm the current rules with Ontario before you close.
How it works
Check the number
Free Smart Estimate: trade-in value, auction range, and the gap between them.
Set your terms
Your reserve is the floor. Below it, nothing sells and nothing is owed.
Let them compete
Ottawa dealers and private buyers bid in the open until your closing time.
Close and hand over
Clear the reserve and it's a sale. You deal with the buyer directly.