Car Selling Guides
Straight answers to the questions UK sellers ask most — no jargon, no sales pitch.
How to Sell a Car With Outstanding Finance (PCP & HP)
Can you sell a car on finance? Yes — here is exactly how to do it with PCP or HP, how settlement figures work, and what to do about negative equity.
What Documents Do I Need to Sell My Car in the UK?
A simple checklist of the documents you need to sell a car in the UK: V5C logbook, service history, MOT, keys, ID and finance settlement.
How to Tell the DVLA You’ve Sold Your Car
How to tell the DVLA you have sold your car online, what happens to your car tax, and why you must do it straight away.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a Car in the UK?
The best time to sell a car in the UK: registration plate changes, seasonal demand, mileage thresholds and MOT timing explained.
Part-Exchange vs Private Sale vs Car Buying Service
Comparing the three main ways to sell a car in the UK — part-exchange, private sale and car buying services — on price, speed, effort and risk.
How to Avoid Scams When Selling Your Car
The most common car selling scams in the UK — fake bank transfers, overpayment, test-drive theft — and how to protect yourself.
How Is My Car Valued? What Affects Your Car’s Price
The factors that decide what your car is worth in the UK: age, mileage, condition, service history, specification, colour, MOT and market demand.
Can I Sell My Car Without a V5C Logbook?
Lost your V5C? How to sell a car without a logbook in the UK, how to get a replacement from the DVLA, and what buyers will ask for.