I think it's more important to have a clean, well-maintained car than anything.

I certainly wouldn't think you'd get much respect in an old beaten-up car, for sure. 

If you're worried about how others will judge you by the car you have, you're going to need a lot of cars.  It does matter to some clients but there's no one car pleases all solution. If you have a very nice luxury vehicle - it can "help" with some clients while others will think you're making too much money - you're not going to make money off them for a lifestyle like that......  etc.. Then you need a pickup for those properties on acreage and those folks that wouldn't be caught dead in a sedan. And a Prius for those with attention on reducing their carbon footprint. Anyway - people do judge us by our material things. The point is if you worry about it you'll get into trouble.  Like others have said a clean, damage free, reliable vehicle is your best all around bet. The only real person that you have to really worry about having an opinion about your car is yourself. If you think it works against you - it certainly will. Get something you enjoy and fits you.

Since you're choosing to ask anonymously I'd rather not respond as I'm not sure who you are and why you're asking. Beyond that... define nice.

I hate that people judge but you know a fine vehicle says your doing fine. 

Success attracts success.

However I admire those who drive something that does not flash their wealth, or debt, like Sam Walton and Warren Buffet who always drove old yet reliable vehicles.

most people JUDGE... but you can only buy what you can afford....make sure it's very clean inside and outside.... shiny rims.... a layer of amor tire shine....

when I first started I had an american car....lincoln towncar...  had three of them before I graduated to a baby benz and worked my way up to 500S

I think it's important to have a clean, well maintained vehicle. 

Just ensure what you drive is clean and maintained. Then don't worry about it

Depends on your local market.  

When dealing with Luxury Real Estate, you most look the part.

It is important to have a clean car but a luxury vehicle is not necessary.

A Honda Accord sedan will meet the needs of most agents.

Yes, if "nice" means a clean reliable car. If your definition of  "nice" means a luxury vehicle, it may help in certain cases such as representing luxury real estate.

Matter? 

What is the nice car? All of our agents have a nice car - lease.

Many good responses.

What matters more is that people are transparent. 

If it is kept clean - inside and out - it should not matter but Don't get caught riding dirty!

There are multiple schools of thought on this.

I've been told by consumers that an inordinately nice/pricey car is a potential turnoff; "Am I gonna be pressured to help make that payment?"
It is a status symbol to have a great ride. But does it fit the market area?

Where I live and work, everyone has trucks. We need them for moving things and driving in dirt. I love my truck and it rides like a luxury car.

So the answer is 'a clean, well running vehicle is best'.

It shocks me sometimes how messy agent vehicles are!

Clean with no smoking is best.

They are Hiring me.. not my vehicle, My personal choice of Transporation is just that...my choice

It matter to us what we drove.  We did not care what others thought of us ever, ever, ever.  A

Clean and well maintained and you have no worries. If someone does not like your car, well then, let's take yours! Want me to drive?

I drive a truck. As long as it is clean, inside & out, I have never had a complaint even with multi-million $$ buyers.

Whatever you can afford. 

If a definition of a nice car means an expensive one, I vote for no.

If the definition means well maintained and clean, I vote for yes. 

You should have a clean car.

Everyone should have a nice car. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just clean and well maintained.

If an agent is driving a 'beater' it suggests the ride is not insured and if seized by the local cops....no loss incurred.

The agent may be driving the '67 classic is fully restored condition. Of course it has few safety features, none of the usb charging ports or cup holders and forget about GPS. An old car in good condition is not a problem.

So, that leaves that agent with the 2019 ride from the Bavarian Motor Works that smell like a nicotine chamber.  Hopefully the consumer decodes this to they are enabling this agent, via excessive compensation, to live a reckless and opulent lifestyle.

define nice? It should be rust free & clean. There are agents in my area that drive trucks. Couldn't catch me dead in one ...

You car is an extension of you. A luxury car no, but one that is clean, neat and good looking does help. If you pull up in a clunker, you may not be getting that listing. 

Depends who you work with. I'm not sure it is a good idea to arrive in a ''not-nice car'' for a high end listing presentation, at least, I would not.  

Otherwise, in other situations, no one cares what you drive as long as you know what you are doing. 

No.  It needs to be clean and functional.

First impression is no myth however it must adapt to the situation and flow. High priced products require dress, cars and gadgets plus pomp & circumstance. Lower priced product relies on connection and credibility. Several things however stand out. Cleanliness, promptness & courtesy

15 years ago, I drove an older Toyota Corrola. I was hosting $1+ mil estates and had no trouble leveling with clients. Fast forward, I found out Civic is smaller and able to get around better than other vehicles. Clients even want to try out on my new Civics are equally impressed how much technology has improved. My broker drives a Fiat electric he rarely sells anything under 2M. M  Zukerburg near our neck of the woods often drives his Golf or Acura. Other competing broker does not drive he takes clients inside an airplane and drive home in a Tasla.

Never judge a person by what he wears or drives. In this area we have over 80 billionaires and quarter of a million millionaires they are only ordinary folks to most of us. 

It's an extension of your office, so it should be clean...nice is in the ete of the driver. These days people are in your car less so it probably matters less, but it does reflect on you with some clients. Depends on what your area considers "nice" too.

It has to be clean and in good condition for sure.

The only thing that matters to me is what car this real estate professional drives.

Clean and dependable helps with car and agent.

Depends.  introduce yourself blue head

I think it does - a nice car denotes success, which might encourage potential  customers to want to work with you.

Everyone has their own opinion on this, but it definitely has to be clean.

Your car is your office so nice for sure.