The hassle-free way to sell your car
Our simple, 3-step process ensures you go from valuation to money-in-the-bank in as little as 72 hours.
Enter your vehicle's reg number & details into our online tool to receive a free, instant valuation.
Happy with your price? Gather up your documents and book an appointment at your nearest Evans Halshaw retailer.
A friendly associate will do a quick inspection, confirm the price and finalise the paperwork - you’ll receive your money within three working days.
Why should you sell your car to Evans Halshaw?
As one of the UK's largest automotive retailers, our extensive network of dealerships and retailers ensures you're never far away from a sell your car location. Our knowledgeable team is also on hand every step of the way to answer any queries you may have and won't pressure you into buying another car — you can sell your car to us with no obligation to buy your next one.
We're interested in cars of any make and model, regardless of age and mileage, and can provide an accurate valuation that's backed by market data. We aim to deliver the greatest value to our customers, so charge zero admin fees and will pay the money directly into your bank account within three working days.
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Unhappy with the price offered elsewhere?
With Evans Halshaw, we guarantee you’ll get more.
We’re more than happy to match the price you’re offered by another provider and give you an extra £100 to sweeten the deal. Other providers may also make unfair deductions or charge admin fees, but we don’t. As long as your car is accurately described during the online valuation process, you’ll walk away with every pound you were quoted.
How do we price your vehicle?
Our in-house team of car-buying experts use live data to accurately value any car we receive a valuation request for. We use one of the most comprehensive pricing databases available that's widely recognised across the automotive industry, so you can rest assured knowing the valuation you receive from us is aligned with overall market values.
We don't believe in unfair deductions either, so as long as you enter your vehicle's details and conditions accurately within our online valuation tool, you'll receive every penny of what you were originally quoted. Where deductions are made, our team will provide a detailed report that clearly explains the rationale for any price change.
We'll buy any car
Regardless of make or model, we’re keen to take your car off your hands.
Where do we buy cars?
With over 200 dealerships as part of our extensive network, we buy cars in almost every region of the UK.
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Car Selling FAQs
Yes, we're able to buy your car even if you have an outstanding finance agreement. To do so, you'll need to obtain a finance settlement figure from your finance company - you can even enter this figure into our online valuation tool to work out how much equity you will have left, once the finance has been settled.
If the valuation you're offered is lower than your settlement figure (also known as negative equity), then you are still able to sell your car, but you will need to consider how you will clear the remaining finance. We're able to purchase cars on the majority of finance agreements, including PCP and HP, but the exact process may differ depending on your circumstances.
To make the process even simpler for you, we ask that you provide a few mandatory details so that we can make your buying experience even easier. All we ask that you provide is:
- Your vehicle's registration
- The current mileage of your car
- Basic contact information
When it comes to having the car inspected by one of our advisors, we will need you to provide some further information and documentation. On assessment, you will need:
- Your Driving Licence
- A bank statement – addressed to your name and current home address dated within 3 months
- Vehicle Registration V5 Document
- The service history records (if applicable)
- Valid finance settlement letter - showing final settlement figure and finance company bank details (if applicable)
- All keys - including spares
- Any accessories related to the use of the vehicle i.e. user manuals, locking wheel nut key, memory cards etc
Once you've sold your car, then you'll need to inform both your insurance provider and the DVLA that you are no longer the owner of the vehicle and therefore do not need to insure or tax it in your name. Both your insurance provider and the DVLA should provide a refund for any remaining months you have already paid for, depending on your exact agreements.
This is an important step of selling your car and one that you are personally responsible for. Don't worry though, our team are here with you every step of the journey and can support with any questions you may have.
When selling your car, several elements may negatively impact how much your car is worth, including:
- Mileage: High-mileage cars are more likely to require costly upkeep in the long run, which is why they're worth less.
- Number of Owners: A car with a low number of owners is more likely to have been well-maintained compared to an example with numerous owners because they've kept it for longer, and will therefore have maintained the car accordingly to prevent costly faults.
- Age: Cars depreciate as they get older due to the technology and drivetrain becoming dated compared to modern equivalents.
- Consumables: There are several elements on your car, that need to be replaced throughout its lifetime and these can affect how much your car is worth. For example, if your tyres have a small amount of tread left, these will need to be replaced by the next owner.
- Condition & Service History: Cars that have damage and a missing/partial service history, are typically worth less as they'll need remedial work to return them to a suitable selling condition. To get the most accurate valuation, ensure you accurately describe the car and any imperfections it has.
When selling your car, several elements may positively impact how much your car is worth, including:
- Brand: Car manufacturers that have more prestige typically carry a greater value than your everyday volume brands thanks to superior build quality, technology, and engine choices.
- Rarity: Rare cars are worth more than cars that you see regularly. This doesn't just apply to exotic vehicles, as some performance and special versions of regular cars are considered rare.
- Service History: A car needs regular maintenance throughout its lifetime. Ensuring your car has a comprehensive history of any work done can positively impact the value of your car. Choosing to service your car using manufacturer-approved parts, as opposed to cheaper ones, shows the car has been well looked after throughout its life.
- Specification: When a new car is released by a manufacturer, it's made available with a variety of different specifications, with each typically bringing a host of different features with it. As a result, cars with the highest available specification are worth more than models with fewer optional extras fitted.
- Condition: The condition of a vehicle heavily influences its value. Any damage to the vehicle will need to be repaired by the next owner, so taking care of your car and rectifying any damage will increase the car's value. Regularly washing your car also helps to maintain the quality (and value) of your vehicle.
Our dealership team may be able to assist without an appointment, but we recommend arranging a dedicated appointment to ensure you're not left disappointed. You're able to book a suitable date and time through our online valuation tool at your nearest Sell Your Car location.
Our sell your car process is quick and straightforward, minimising the amount of time it takes to complete the deal.
Yes, we'll consider buying cars with a private registration number as well as those that have modifications. However, depending on the significance of the modifications, we may not be able to offer a valuation to buy your car.
If you'd like to keep your private registration for your next vehicle, then you'll need to reassign it to another car or put it on retention prior to selling it to us - this can be done through the DVLA website.
