At some point in a car owner’s life, you reach an inevitable crossroads. That is, you come to the realization that it’s finally time to part ways with your car for good. But selling a car can be quite an emotional experience. This is especially true if you are selling the first car that you ever bought for yourself. However, in some cases, putting it up for sale is simply necessary.

For starters, it is possible that you can no longer afford to pay for the insurance premium on your car. Perhaps this is due to an unforeseen expense or a drastic change in your career. On the other hand, it is also possible to sell a car simply because you no longer want to be subject to the volatility of gas prices—it’s a regular expense, after all. And putting money towards gallons of fuel each week may have forced you to give up certain luxuries in life.

Meanwhile, it is also possible to consider selling your car if you no longer want to deal with heavy traffic on the way to work. After all, it can be much easier to take the subway, instead. For all these reasons and more, many car owners would consider selling their car as soon as possible. Believe it or not, though, there are also car owners who have sold their car for the weirdest of reasons.

Curious to find out what some of these reasons are? Well, we’ve come up with quite an extensive list so that you can just check it out for yourself.

24 To make a revenge move against a cheating spouse

For some people, revenge is the best way to deal with a cheating spouse. And in some cases, plotting a great revenge plot involves selling the spouse’s car online. That is exactly what one enraged husband did back in 2016, according to a report from Mail Online. After finding out that his ex-wife had left him for a personal trainer who “looks like Beppe from Eastenders,” the husband decided to sell all of his ex-wife’s possessions on eBay. These included her clothes and her car. The listing was titled “2004 Smart Roadster Piece of Excrement Only Selling As My Wife Has Left Me.” In the description, the listing further said, “You could buy this car for someone else as a gift, especially if you don't like them very much and you wanted them to leave you all alone and sad, as apparently, that is the effect it has.”

23 To trade it in for a much better car

It seems that some people are born optimists, even if they are asking for something nearly impossible. Take this guy who posted the weirdest listing for his car back in February 2012. According to a report from Complex, this man from Vancouver was eager to sell off his 1983 Maserati QP3 that supposedly has a “newly rebuilt V-8 engine.” Furthermore, the ad said, “This car is like a 4 door Lamborghini. The top sit [sic] very low, Brown leather interior in Very good condition, Original beige paint." Charging $39,900 for the car, the seller goes on to say that he is willing to accept a trade-in transaction. However, he only reportedly wants a Porsche 911 or 2007 Maserati. We’re guessing he never got either.

22 To cut ties with a mechanic

Yes, you value your car. You appreciate the idea of having a reliable means of transportation all day every day. Forced to do an overtime at work? No problem. Your car has got you covered. As reliable as this arrangement is though, a car owner may also have to deal with some rather awkward relationships and affiliations.

Take, for example, a mechanic that you simply don’t trust.

During periodic car maintenance, some car owners are forced to deal with mechanics who seem to be less proficient on the job. Because of this, they are never sure if all the issues in the car have been fixed. And if this is the case, it is likely that problems would resurface eventually. In situations like this, you may be better off selling the car.

21 To live a healthier life

Let’s face the facts. When you’ve got a car, walking to a destination is not a real possibility. After all, why put one foot in front of the other if you can just step on the gas and be there in an easy few minutes? Why put in the effort of moving your legs and getting a little exercise?

You may not realize it, but that’s when the situation gets dangerous.

At some point, driving everywhere all the time can make your body put on some weight. That’s because staying seated inside the car is almost like being a couch potato. This is why there are some former car owners who have decided to simply sell their beloved car so they are forced to live a more active lifestyle.

20 To get rid of grandma’s car

For some people, their ownership of a car occurred when a loved one passed away and decided to leave them with a vehicle. In fact, according to Instamotor, a death in the family is among the many miscellaneous reasons for selling a car. In most cases, that loved one is a grandmother and the car that was left is basically a beater. Because of this, the person left with the car typically doesn’t want to keep it around anymore. Initially, the grandchild may attempt to sell the car. However, if there is no one that wishes to buy it, the seller may just consider selling the car in parts.

19 To get rid of a pair of ninja pants

To anyone who is not familiar, ninja pants are slightly baggy pants that are meant to keep you comfortable while you are in the middle of some close-quarter combat. In some ways, they can be a fashion statement, but you should have a pretty good reason for wearing them.

Perhaps this is why one person has tried to get rid of a pair of ninja pants by throwing them in with a car for sale.

According to a report from Complex, a pair of ninja pants was being promoted on a Craigslist ad along with a 2005 Nissan Xterra. In the said listing, the seller was asking for $12,900 both the vehicle and pair of pants. To this day, it remains unclear if anyone bought either, or both.

18 To move on from a car without rear cupholders

When it comes to backseat passengers, rear cupholders are practically a necessity. After all, when your family members or friends are seated in the back of your car, you want them to feel incredibly comfy. That means the seats have to be pretty soft. The leg room also has to be generous. And of course, there should be more than enough cup holders for the coffee, smoothies, water bottles, or any other beverage they plan to bring inside the car. Hence, we somewhat understand why someone would decide to sell a car due to a lack of cupholders in the rear of the vehicle.

17 To get over a valet incident

For some time now, the valet industry has been flourishing across America. In fact, according to the website My Parking Sign, up to approximately 61 percent of Americans tend to utilize a valet parking service. In contrast, only 27 percent have said that they never ask for a valet service. Especially when you are running a rather tight schedule, asking a valet to park your car can be quite helpful. That is, until the valet gets into an incident and your car ends up becoming damaged in the process. On the other hand, the valet can also be driving someone else’s car and accidentally damage your parked car. This seems to be what happened to a 2003 Enzo Ferrari which went on sale on Craigslist back in 2009. According to a report from Complex, the listing read, “Car was backed into by valet. Has been repaired. Carfax clean. Real Car. Looks perfect. Can email pictures and repair order.” Clearly, the seller never got over the valet incident and was selling his Ferrari as the only way to move on.

16 To get rid of a car that doesn’t open wide enough

Typically, you can say that there are at least three types of car doors. First is your typical one that opens outward. This is the one that you normally see on a sedan, SUV, pickup truck, and even on most sports cars. On the other hand, there are also the sliding doors, which you would normally find in minivans and certain buses.

Then there are the doors that open upwards, typically found on supercars, especially those made by Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, and many others.

Regardless of the type of car door, you have, however, you may still find some difficulty exiting the vehicle if you are parked in a really tight space.  Apparently, a report from Cash Point 4 Cars revealed that one seller is giving up a car because “the doors don’t open wide enough for their 28 stone daughter to get in and out of the vehicle easily.”

15 To sell a car that’s boring

Sure, there are lots of amazing cars on the market today and some would even make a good investment for the future. On the other hand, there are those that are just utterly boring. Their performance is way less than expected and the power is simply not there. If this is the case, you can never fault a seller for wanting to sell their car. Especially when you’re a true car enthusiast, the last thing you want is to drive something that fails to impress and exhilarate. Fortunately, there are certain car buyers who are willing to buy this kind of used car. These include those who are still learning how to drive and parents who don’t want their teenage kids to use their expensive cars.

14 To offload a car that is slow and, therefore, dangerous

Having a car that underwhelms is one thing. But having a car that is too slow for its own good can pose quite a road safety issue. Believe it or not, driving a slow car can be quite dangerous. In fact, an Australian study in Accident Analysis and Prevention found that driving at slow speeds “can actually raise the risk of an accident.” Typically, slow-moving vehicles are the result of distracted drivers. However, when the car itself is slow, it means the driver practically has no chance of being able to speed up and safely remain on the road. In this case, selling the car is a good move.

13 To succumb to “baby forces”

The moment parents are about to have their first baby, a lot of issues go through their heads. For starters, they wonder if they are truly capable of taking care of a little one. They are also anxious to find out if they can balance parenting and work reasonably well.

Aside from these concerns, parents also wonder if they are financially ready for a baby.

For some parents, the simple answer to that last thought is no. And if this is the case, they tend to offload a lot of their personal stuff due to so-called “baby forces.” As one user has explained the reason behind a “baby forces sale” on Piston Heads, “They can't afford a car. They have to spend the money on a designer pram and nappies for the brat.”

12 To get a different color

For car owners who can afford to have it all, there is no reason not to get everything they want. This is precisely why owners like this would be willing to part with a perfectly good car all because they decided they want one in a different color. Now, it is possible to simply bring the car to the shop and have it repainted. However, what’s the point of going through all that trouble where you can buy another one of the exact same car model but with the color that you prefer? You can call them spoiled all you want, but the end of the day, they’re still going to get a car exactly how they like it.

11 To solve the problem of a lost key

Yes, you heard that right. Some car owners can be quite lazy. According to the website Cash Point 4 Cars, there are some owners who have decided to part with their car all because they have lost their key to it.

True, there is no chance of driving the car anywhere without the key.

However, all you have to do is contact your dealership and request for assistance. In fact, they can produce another key for you and all you may have to do is pay a fee. However, some car owners simply don’t want to be bothered by this whole process. And so, they proceed to sell the car and perhaps, get a new one.

10 To get away from stains

Especially if you have owned a car for quite some time, stains are simply inevitable. Moreover, any type of stain becomes readily visible depending on the material that your car seat is made from. Apparently, one seller is ready to get rid of a car because he has enjoyed himself too much inside and caused some stains in the process. According to a report from Complex, the seller also admitted to his dog doing its business in the car’s trunk. In case you’re curious, the car being sold was a 99 Caddy, listed for just $500. According to the seller’s ad, said car had to be “gone by the end of the week.”

9 To get rid of something that’s no longer trendy

Just as clothes are subject to fashion trends, cars are also designed with certain industry trends in mind. However, some of these trends are eventually forgotten and when this happens, a car that was once trendy can become an object of ridicule.

In this case, the last thing you want is to be seen driving it around town.

Case in point are the cars that come with a T-Top roof design. If you haven't noticed, it is quite rare to spot cars of this kind anymore. Perhaps, one day, they will become cool again. But for the moment, any person who owns one would simply want to offload it.

8 To teach one ungrateful daughter a lesson

When it comes to parenting a teenager, tough love is sometimes the way to go. As a report from Complex has revealed, a father has decided to do just that to his “disrespectful, alcohol abusing, DWI arrested, spoiled bar bum” of a daughter by selling her “perfect BMW X3.” The ad further said, “This is a white X3 si, with xenon headlights, panoramic roof, all beige leather interior, all options with 105,000 miles on it. Just completed its 10,000 maintenance 2 months ago and is in complete and perfect condition with only the driver being the malfunction.” Towards the end, the disappointed dad further wrote, “Needing to sell to pay her legal battles and to buy her a shiny pink bicycle with a horn until she gets her act and her life in order sometime soon.”

7 To get rid of something embarrassing

One car-seller did not hold back when explaining the reason for selling a Nissan Altima for the price of only $650. According to a copy of the ad posted by the website Worldwide Interweb, the seller found the car “really ugly.” In fact, so much so that it has already been nicknamed “The Embarrassment.” As the seller further explained, “The no-frills Nissan is... as dependable as the day is long. Gets about 25-28 MPG plus enjoys a quart of oil for every thousand miles it goes. I call that the self-changing oil feature.” In case you’re wondering, the car also has no radio and the A/C tends to make a lot of terrible noise.

6 To make a ‘bereavement sale’

On a forum posting on the website Piston Heads, one user explained, “I put a car through a car auction. Reason for sale? 'Bereavement sale' which was fair really 'cos it was dead!”

Let’s just admit it, a car is not exactly capable of running forever.

So, it only makes sense that at some point in time, a car would become useless. And when that happens, you may want to pull off your own ‘bereavement sale,’ just like this owner did. If you can no longer successfully sell your car in its entirety, you may want to consider selling it for parts. After all, certain parts of it may still be very much salvageable. These include the engine, A/C system, headlights, and many others.

5 To make way for a free car

Sure, it doesn’t happen to all of us, but who says it can never happen? You may not realize it, but there are some lucky people who have managed to receive a free car in their lifetime. In fact, according to research conducted by Instamotor, around 5.5 percent of car sellers have said they are selling their vehicle for miscellaneous reasons.

These include being gifted a new vehicle.

If you think about it, this scenario can happen due to a number of reasons. For starters, you may have impressed the big bosses at work and therefore, they decided to throw in a new a car with your bonus. On the other hand, you can also belong to a spectacularly rich family. In which case, they absolutely wouldn’t mind buying you a new car for your birthday.