Sell

Use multiple sources: Parkers, CAP, and Glass's Guide for baseline values, WeBuyAnyCar for instant offers, AutoTrader for similar cars listed, and eBay Motors sold listings for actual selling prices. Adjust for: full service history (+10-15%), recent MOT (+£200-400), new tyres (+£400-600), or deduct for missing history (-20-30%), upcoming MOT (-£300-500), and mechanical issues.

Private sale: Highest price (10-30% more than dealer offers), but requires advertising, viewings, and negotiations. Part-exchange: Most convenient but lowest price (20-40% below private sale value). Sell to dealer/WeBuyAnyCar: Quick (1-3 days), but low price (15-30% below private). Best approach: Get dealer offers as baseline, then try private sale for 2-4 weeks.

Take 15-20 high-quality photos in daylight: all exterior angles, interior, boot, engine bay, service book stamps, and any damage honestly shown. Write detailed description including exact model, service history status, MOT expiry, previous owners, and honest disclosure of faults. Price competitively: research identical cars and price 5-10% below average.

Safest methods: Bank transfer (wait for funds to clear, not pending), building society counter transfer, or cash for cars under £5,000 (meet at bank to verify notes). NEVER accept: cheques (can bounce), PayPal (reversible), or bankers drafts without verification. Do not hand over keys until payment shows as CLEARED in your account.

You must: Notify DVLA within 24 hours (via V5C/3 or online), provide buyer V5C/2 (new keeper slip), give proof of sale receipt, and disclose known faults honestly. If you don't notify DVLA, you remain liable for buyer's fines and charges.