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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2018 Subaru Outback 2.5I Premium Wagon 4D

$12,590

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

Market rating
135,737 miWagon4WDGasoline2.5L H4

Used 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium Premium+Es for sale in Wilmington, NC. 2.5L 4-Cylinder · CVT · 4WD. The 2.5L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium Premium+Es was built around. Four-wheel drive gives it real capability off the pavement — and genuine grip on rain-slicked coastal NC roads. 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. Used Subaru AWD is the real deal for coastal North Carolina — Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive handles rain-slicked roads better than most alternatives. 135,737 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 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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2015 Toyota RAV4 LE Sport Utility 4D

$14,590

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

Market rating
112,199 miSuv4X2Gasoline2.5L 4-Cylinder23/30 mpg

Used 2015 Toyota RAV4 LE LE (X Grade) for sale in Wilmington, NC. Black exterior. 2.5L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · 4x2. The 2.5L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2015 Toyota RAV4 LE LE (X Grade) was built around. 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. 112,199 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2015 Toyota RAV4 LE 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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2016 Volvo XC60 T5 Platinum Sport Utility 4D

$12,590

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

Market rating
90,502 miSuvFWDGasoline2.0L 4-Cylinder

Used 2016 Volvo XC60 T5 Platinum SV35 Platinum for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 2L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · FWD. The 2L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2016 Volvo XC60 T5 Platinum SV35 Platinum was built around. 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. 90,502 miles. Still well within the expected service life for a used 2016 Volvo XC60 T5 Platinum. Maintenance history matters more than the number. 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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2017 Bmw 430i Coupe 2D

$13,575$14,590

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

Market rating
103,257 miCoupeRWDGasoline2.0L 4-Cylinder23/34 mpg

Used 2017 Bmw 430i 4-Series for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 2L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · RWD. The 2L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2017 Bmw 430i 4-Series 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. 103,257 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2017 Bmw 430i priced to reflect it. 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.

2018 Toyota Corolla

2018 Toyota Corolla LE Sedan 4D

$11,590

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

Market rating
131,772 miSedan4X2Gasoline1.8L 4-Cylinder

Used 2018 Toyota Corolla LE for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 1.8L 4-Cylinder · 4x2. The 1.8L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2018 Toyota Corolla LE was built around. A dependable used sedan for Wilmington commuters. Predictable maintenance costs, solid fuel economy, and easy to park anywhere in the Cape Fear area. 131,772 miles on a platform known for longevity. Higher-mileage used 2018 Toyota Corolla 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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2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Sport Utility 4D

$6,590

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

Market rating
235,681 miSuvFWDGasoline2.0L 4-Cylinder26/32 mpg

Used 2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring for sale in Wilmington, NC. White exterior. 2.0L 4-Cylinder · Automatic · FWD. The 2.0L 4-Cylinder engine is the powertrain this 2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring was built around. 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. 235,681 miles. A budget-friendly used 2013 Mazda CX-5 for the Wilmington area buyer who values proven reliability over low-mileage speculation. 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.

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.