Selling a car
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How to sell a damaged or written-off car
Selling a car can be tough when it’s in good condition, let alone when it’s not. Here are our tips for finding a buyer for your damaged, non-running o…
18 Jun 2024
Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price![Assortment of pound notes](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--kiJ9Hg-3--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1715336704/autoexpress/2024/05/Cash.jpg)
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Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price
Everything you need to know about selling a car for cash on the UK used car market
10 May 2024
Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?![Facebook Marketplace](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--OA_m6fpd--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1714657565/autoexpress/2024/04/Facebook-Marketplace-3_chxqt3.jpg)
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Should you sell a car on Facebook Marketplace?
Sceptical about selling your car on Facebook? We go over everything you need to know about the Facebook Marketplace?
3 May 2024
The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car![man stroking car](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--NSMTT_gs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562247360/autoexpress/2019/02/istock-695062156-1.jpg)
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The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car
If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…
3 May 2024
Free car valuation: how much is my car worth?![Value my car](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--wMY_5Zna--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1663343838/autoexpress/2022/09/Car%20valuation%20tool-2.jpg)
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Free car valuation: how much is my car worth?
Enter a UK car registration number below and get your free valuation in seconds
1 May 2024
Where and how to advertise your car for free![Classified advertisement listings](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--mbySmOf3--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1714033608/autoexpress/2024/04/Classified%20advert.jpg)
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Where and how to advertise your car for free
Do you want to list and sell your car for free? We give our top tips on where and how to do so
25 Apr 2024
What paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?![Person pointing at documents with car keys on top of them](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Up15yTIb--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1714030741/autoexpress/2024/04/AdobeStock_625916291_pxoeg8.jpg)
![Person pointing at documents with car keys on top of them](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Up15yTIb--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1714030741/autoexpress/2024/04/AdobeStock_625916291_pxoeg8.jpg)
What paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?
Our checklist of the documents you need to sell your car will help you make sure that you don’t miss anything when making that sale
25 Apr 2024
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Car valuations: your car could be worth more than you think![Hand building piles of coins](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/upload/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1642433364/autoexpress/2022/01/ex2rhslg2881aa45ts6j.jpg)
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Car valuations: your car could be worth more than you think
When buying or selling a car, you’ll want to know how much it’s worth but what’s the best way to find the true value of a car and once you know the va…
19 Apr 2024
How to sell your car without an MOT![Mot testing centre sign](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--OYSQ1AHS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1706182774/autoexpress/2024/01/MoT%20test%20centre%20sign.jpg)
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How to sell your car without an MOT
Don’t fret if your car has failed its MOT; we show you how to sell it avoiding the pitfalls.
17 Apr 2024
How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines![Rusty Toyota Corolla](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--aFj_pzfb--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712834888/autoexpress/2024/04/Rusty%20Toyota%20Corolla.jpg)
![Rusty Toyota Corolla](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--aFj_pzfb--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712834888/autoexpress/2024/04/Rusty%20Toyota%20Corolla.jpg)
How to SORN your car with the DVLA and avoid hefty fines
Taking your car off the road? You’ll need to abide by the 'SORN’ laws. Our guide explains all
11 Apr 2024
How to scrap a car easily and for the best price![eBay used car parts 3](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--zS8zqV5Q--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1683042847/autoexpress/2023/05/eBay%20used%20car%20parts.jpg)
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How to scrap a car easily and for the best price
How do you scrap or recycle your car in the UK, what prices can you expect from the scrap yard and what should you tell the DVLA? Our handy guide reve…
10 Apr 2024
Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price![Carwow 'Sell My Car' homepage](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--yCb3fy7M--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712740189/autoexpress/2024/04/Carwow%20Sell%20My%20Car%20page%20screen%20grab.jpg)
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Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price
Carwow is probably best known as a place to buy cars but it can sell your car, too. Here’s how Carwow Sell My Car works…
10 Apr 2024
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price!["Used car" graphic on laptop](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Qqr0zZqf--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712673921/autoexpress/2024/04/Used%20car%20classified%20advert.jpg)
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How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
A great ad can net you an equally great price for your car if you do it right
9 Apr 2024
Transferring a private number plate: a guide moving registration plates from car to car online ![MINI number plate change](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--I_VuDvTR--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563183417/autoexpress/2018/02/26_0.jpg)
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Transferring a private number plate: a guide moving registration plates from car to car online
Need to know how to transfer a private number plate between vehicles? Our step-by-step guide breaks it down
9 Apr 2024
Are you due a car tax refund? ![Tax disc](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--nJ1WQuvH--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562248676/autoexpress/7/59/dm408h_0.jpg)
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Are you due a car tax refund?
If you're selling your car, you might be due a refund on your unused VED car tax. We guide you through the rules around getting a refund on your car t…
8 Apr 2024
Selling a car with outstanding finance is easier than you think…![People signing dealership paperwork](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--tctf70k---/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1659611016/autoexpress/2022/08/Signing%20dealer%20paperwork.jpg)
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Selling a car with outstanding finance is easier than you think…
We look at whether you can sell a car with outstanding finance and things you should consider beforehand
5 Apr 2024
How to buy or sell a car at auction and get a great price![Letchworth Car Auction - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--E_VUXfEm--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712223991/autoexpress/2024/04/Letchworth%20car%20auction%20002.jpg)
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How to buy or sell a car at auction and get a great price
Buying or selling a car at auction can be both a fun and daunting experience. Our car auction guide should make it more of the former and less of the …
4 Apr 2024
A car’s registered keeper and owner isn’t always the same person, here’s why…![v5c teaser](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--D8bKUTMp--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579626448/carbuyer/2018/07/v5c_logbook_1_0.jpg)
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A car’s registered keeper and owner isn’t always the same person, here’s why…
The registered keeper and owner of a car don’t have to be the same person and each has different responsibilities
4 Apr 2024
What is a V5C? Vehicle log book rules for car buyers and sellers![V5C document with car key](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Eg2klKO5--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712595246/autoexpress/2024/04/V5C%20document%20%282024%29.jpg)
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What is a V5C? Vehicle log book rules for car buyers and sellers
We explain the V5C log book and the rules around it, whether you're selling or buying a car
3 Apr 2024
How to check a car’s MoT history online in 4 easy steps![Mot testing centre sign](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--OYSQ1AHS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1706182774/autoexpress/2024/01/MoT%20test%20centre%20sign.jpg)
![Mot testing centre sign](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--OYSQ1AHS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1706182774/autoexpress/2024/01/MoT%20test%20centre%20sign.jpg)
How to check a car’s MoT history online in 4 easy steps
A car’s MoT history can give insight into how well it’s been looked after, and finding this information is easy.
3 Apr 2024
Why your car’s service history really matters![Vehicle service book](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--viTSRzp5--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1712139024/autoexpress/2024/04/Car%20service%20history.jpg)
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Why your car’s service history really matters
A full service history can add a lot of value to a used car. We explain everything you need to know
3 Apr 2024
How to sell your car: your car selling options explained![Volkswagen Golf GTI DSG rear action](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--OcLbS1mU--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562255585/autoexpress/vw_golf_rear.jpg)
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How to sell your car: your car selling options explained
Need to sell your car? We look at the various options open to you from part-exchange to private sales, auctions and online car buying services
14 Mar 2024
Inside car auctions with the man who sold 2 million cars![Jim Ronan standing with three classic cars](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--35umRUsJ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1699011883/autoexpress/2023/11/Man%20who%20sold%201%20million%20cars%20%28Jim%20Ronan%29.jpg)
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Inside car auctions with the man who sold 2 million cars
That’s how many vehicles have passed over Jim Ronan’s auction block in his 35 years as an auctioneer. He tells us his story and shares some buying and…
3 Nov 2023
Sell my car![Sell my car - with Auto Express and Motorway](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--KrS_f_k5--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1668596592/autoexpress/2022/11/Sell%20my%20car%20-%20Auto%20Express%20and%20Motorway.jpg)
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Sell my car
Learn more about selling your car with Auto Express and Carwow with our FAQs below…
16 Nov 2022
Car selling guide: everything you need to value, advertise and sell your car![Volkswagen Golf GTI manual - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--rIt1jB79--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1621587218/autoexpress/2021/05/Volkswagen%20Golf%20GTI%20manual-19.jpg)
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Car selling guide: everything you need to value, advertise and sell your car
When the time comes to part with your car, we’ve got the best advice on how to sell it and achieve the best price
5 May 2022
Car photography: how to take great pics of your car![How to photograph your car for sale - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--w1hzAwTC--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562243855/autoexpress/2016/12/selling-cars-107.jpg)
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Car photography: how to take great pics of your car
Follow our car photography top tips to make your car presentable when selling it on an online marketplace
1 Feb 2022
Drivers who give up cars given council cash to buy bicycles![](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--mREfQBAr--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562252334/autoexpress/images/car_photo_314146.jpg)
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Drivers who give up cars given council cash to buy bicycles
Expansion of mobility credit scheme in Coventry sees those who stop driving given £1,500 towards a new bicycle
2 Feb 2021