Which option gets you the most money for your car?

In general, methods that put your car in front of multiple buyers tend to produce higher prices than single-buyer transactions. A private sale typically gets the highest gross price but requires the most effort. A broker service brings multiple buyers without the work of a private listing. CarMax and Carvana are convenient but each gives you one offer from one buyer. The best strategy is to collect offers from at least two sources before deciding.