Guide

Selling your car or van (UK)

A simple guide to setting a fair price, avoiding time-wasters and staying safe with payments when you sell your vehicle.

Plain English Free guide

1. Work out a realistic price range

Look at several sources so you don’t aim way too high or sell yourself short.

  • Compare similar cars/vans on classified sites
  • Check instant car-buying offers
  • Look at dealer forecourt prices for similar vehicles

2. Get the vehicle and paperwork ready

A tidy vehicle and organised paperwork builds trust and can justify a better price.

  • V5C logbook in your name
  • Service history and recent invoices
  • Latest MOT certificate and any advisory notes
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