How to sell your car
Explore the pros and cons of a private sale, online car buyers, car auctions and part exchanging your car.
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Find out how much you could get selling your car
How much is my car worth?
Using our valuation tool, find out what your car is worth and what you could realistically get for it in advance, and sell with confidence. With MOTORS, you can part exchange or sell your car privately through our partner site Gumtree.
Car buyers can use our valuation tool to get a handy guide price as well, giving you an idea of how much you should pay for a vehicle. You could also save money by using our valuation to negotiate a better deal.
We take the valuation of your car seriously, that's why we've teamed up with industry experts CAP HPI to create a realistic estimate of your car's worth.
How to get the most money for your car
Our online valuation tool can provide an estimate of your car's worth on the spot. When you are looking to sell your car, its value can be affected by other factors. Below are a few tips to help you get the best car valuation.
- Gather all your paperwork, service receipts and maintenance to show the buyer how well your motor has been looked after over the years
- Check for faults, scratches, dents and chips and consider getting them repaired as it could add to the value of your car
- Clean, clean, clean (and wax and polish) to get your car looking as close to like-new as possible
- Consider getting your car serviced
- Consider your MOT: a new 12-month MOT certificate will reassure buyers
- Rare car makes and models
- A full service history
- Fewer previous owners
- Optional extra features: from built-in sat navs, to parking sensors, DAB radios, leather seats and more
- No accidents or damage
- A service history with major gaps in it
- A long list of previous owners
- An undesirable colour
- Major wear and tear, faults and damage
- Modifications (can increase or decrease the value)
Car selling tips
How to prepare your car for sale
Read our tips for maximising your car's value when it comes time to sell.
Paperwork for selling your car
Having the right paperwork is key for a hassle-free sale. Checkout our useful guide.
Taxes and finance when selling your car
From transferring vehicle tax to selling a car with outstanding finance. Read our helpful guide.
How to Part Exchange your car
Part-exchanging is one of the quickest ways to sell your, read our guide to make sure you get the best deal.
How to create the best online listing
From crafting a description to taking great photos, read our top tips for creating your ad.
Selling your car safely
Avoid falling victim to a crime with our top five things to know when selling your car.