South Wilmington & Pleasure Island

Used Cars Near
Carolina Beach, NC

Swell Car Company is the south side's used car dealership — right on Carolina Beach Rd, minutes from Monkey Junction and Myrtle Grove, and a straight shot up US-421 from Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Hand-picked inventory, transparent pricing, and no pressure.

Our Location

3709 Carolina Beach Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412

We're on the south side of Wilmington, directly on Carolina Beach Rd — about 15 minutes from Carolina Beach, 20 from Kure Beach, and just minutes from Monkey Junction, Myrtle Grove, and Silver Lake. No trek to the dealer rows on Market Street or College Rd required.

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2016 Volkswagen Golf SEL TSI S Hatchback Sedan 4D

$9,590

Incl. $595 doc fee · + tax & tags only

132,870 miSedanFWDGasoline1.8L 4-Cylinder25/35 mpg

Used 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sel Tsi Sel for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 1.8L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · FWD. The 1.8L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sel Tsi Sel was built around. Compact footprint for downtown Wilmington parking, with a cargo area that surprises people. Practical used hatchback at a fair price. 132,870 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sel priced to reflect it. Urban commuter that does not waste space. Easy to park in downtown Wilmington and genuinely useful day-to-day. Every vehicle at Swell Car Company goes through our inspection and reconditioning process before it hits the lot. Call or text 910.218.9100 to schedule a test drive. 3709 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412.

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2012 Ford Taurus SHO Sedan 4D

$9,590

Incl. $595 doc fee · + tax & tags only

127,213 miSedanAWDGasoline3.5L V617/25 mpg

Used 2012 Ford Taurus Sho for sale in Wilmington, NC. Black exterior. 3.5L V6 · Automatic · AWD. The 3.5L V6 engine is the powertrain this 2012 Ford Taurus Sho was built around. All-wheel drive handles Wilmington's wet roads and coastal weather without drama. A dependable used sedan for Wilmington commuters. Predictable maintenance costs, solid fuel economy, and easy to park anywhere in the Cape Fear area. 127,213 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2012 Ford Taurus priced to reflect it. Makes sense as a daily driver, first car, or second vehicle for families in the Wilmington, NC area. Low buy-in, predictable insurance, easy to maintain. Every vehicle at Swell Car Company goes through our inspection and reconditioning process before it hits the lot. Call or text 910.218.9100 to schedule a test drive. 3709 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412.

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2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LT Sedan 4D

$7,590

Incl. $595 doc fee · + tax & tags only

137,123 miSedanFWDGasoline1.4L 4-Cylinder27/44 mpg

Used 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1lt for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 1.4L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · FWD. The 1.4L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1lt was built around. 137,123 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2014 Chevrolet Cruze priced to reflect it. Come see it in person at Swell Car Company. Wilmington's used car inventory moves fast — call or text to hold it. Every vehicle at Swell Car Company goes through our inspection and reconditioning process before it hits the lot. Call or text 910.218.9100 to schedule a test drive. 3709 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412.

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2017 Volvo XC90 T6 Momentum Sport Utility 4D

$14,570$15,590

Incl. $595 doc fee · + tax & tags only

104,562 miSuvAWDGasoline2.0L 4-Cylinder20/25 mpg

Used 2017 Volvo Xc90 T6 Momentum T6 Momentum for sale in Wilmington, NC. Black exterior. 2.0L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · AWD. The 2.0L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2017 Volvo Xc90 T6 Momentum T6 Momentum was built around. All-wheel drive handles Wilmington's wet roads and coastal weather without drama. A used SUV with real cargo room and higher ride height — practical for families in the Wilmington, NC area who need more space than a sedan without picking up a new-car payment. 104,562 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2017 Volvo Xc90 T6 Momentum priced to reflect it. A practical choice for Wilmington families who need space, cargo room, and highway confidence without a new-car payment. Every vehicle at Swell Car Company goes through our inspection and reconditioning process before it hits the lot. Call or text 910.218.9100 to schedule a test drive. 3709 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412.

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2013 Lexus IS 350 C Convertible 2D

$13,590

Incl. $595 doc fee · + tax & tags only

147,026 miConvertible

Used 2013 Lexus Is 350 for sale in Wilmington, NC. Black exterior. Used Lexus reliability at an accessible price point. Toyota engineering underneath with luxury appointments and a quieter cabin than you'd expect. 147,026 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2013 Lexus Is 350 priced to reflect it. Come see it in person at Swell Car Company. Wilmington's used car inventory moves fast — call or text to hold it. Every vehicle at Swell Car Company goes through our inspection and reconditioning process before it hits the lot. Call or text 910.218.9100 to schedule a test drive. 3709 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412.

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2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 Coupe 2D

$10,590

Incl. $595 doc fee · + tax & tags only

153,013 miCoupeRWDGasoline3.8L V618/28 mpg

Used 2016 Hyundai Genesis 2dr 3.8l Auto Base W/Black Seats for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 3.8L V6 · Automatic · RWD. The 3.8L V6 engine is the powertrain this 2016 Hyundai Genesis 2dr 3.8l Auto Base W/Black Seats was built around. Two doors, proper driving dynamics, and a lot more fun than a four-door at a used car price. One of the sharper options in the Cape Fear area. 153,013 miles. A budget-friendly used 2016 Hyundai Genesis for the Wilmington area buyer who values proven reliability over low-mileage speculation. Weekend fun car, daily sport driver, or a clean project base. Not the family hauler, and it does not pretend to be. Every vehicle at Swell Car Company goes through our inspection and reconditioning process before it hits the lot. Call or text 910.218.9100 to schedule a test drive. 3709 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412.

The South Side's Dealership

Almost every dealership in Wilmington sits on the north side — Market Street, College Rd, or out by the airport. If you live in Monkey Junction, Myrtle Grove, Carolina Beach, or Kure Beach, that's 30+ minutes of traffic each way. Swell Car Company was built on your side of town.

We offer transparent all-in pricing (every price includes our $595 doc fee), full history disclosures, competitive financing through 20+ lenders, and fair trade-in appraisals — from a team of locals who know the beach commute.

Transparent Pricing
No Hidden Fees
20+ Lenders
Fair Trade-In
By Appointment
Local Team

Common Questions

How far are you from Carolina Beach?

About 15 minutes. Take US-421 North off Pleasure Island and stay on Carolina Beach Rd — we're at 3709 Carolina Beach Rd on the right, before Monkey Junction.

Are you close to Monkey Junction?

Yes — we're just a few minutes up Carolina Beach Rd from the Monkey Junction intersection at College Rd. Most Myrtle Grove and Silver Lake customers reach us in under 10 minutes.

Can I get pre-approved online first?

Yes. Complete our secure online application from anywhere and get your rate before you drive up. Soft-pull only — it won't affect your credit.

Will you buy my car if I'm not buying yours?

Absolutely. We buy vehicles from all over New Hanover County — Carolina Beach and Kure Beach included. No obligation to purchase from us.