FAQs
Everything you might want to ask.
17+ answers covering selling, payment, documents, ULEZ and finance. If yours isn't here, call 020 7871 7671, WhatsApp the same number, or email enquiries@sellyourcab.co.uk. We reply within 24 hours on all three.
Selling your cab
How fast do I get paid?
Paid in full by bank transfer before your vehicle leaves. Once we have inspected your vehicle and you have accepted the offer, the bank transfer goes out at handover.
Are there any fees?
None. The price we agree is the price you receive, in full, into your bank account. No fees to you, admin or otherwise. The price holds if the vehicle is as described. Any change is explained first, and you can say no.
What if my vehicle is on finance?
Not a problem. We settle the finance directly with your lender on the day of collection and pay the balance to you. Tell us up-front and we'll do the maths together.
What documents do I need?
Logbook (V5C) in your name, photo ID, both sets of keys, and your UK bank details. If you've got a finance settlement letter or service history, bring those too.
Do you buy cabs that have failed MOT?
Yes, we still buy them. The price reflects the work needed, but we buy in any condition. Tell us up-front and we'll quote fairly.
Do you buy cabs with a PCO plate but the logbook not in my name?
If the V5C is missing or not in your name, contact us before arranging handover. We can consider a purchase only after reviewing your ownership documents and confirming that we can proceed.
How long is your offer valid?
At least 72 hours; the exact date is printed on your offer. Prices move, so after that we'll re-quote with up-to-date figures. There's a refresh button on your offer page.
Booking & collection
Can the price change at collection?
The price holds if the vehicle is as described. Any change is explained first, and you can say no.
Can I reschedule my appointment?
Yes, go to /manage-my-appointment, log in with the email and postcode you used at booking, and you can reschedule, change the address, or cancel.
Do I have to bring my cab to you?
No. We come to you anywhere in the UK at no charge. If you'd prefer to drop it at our Bethnal Green office, that's fine too.
Can I sell on behalf of a family member?
Only if you have written authority and the registered keeper's photo ID. If you are selling for someone who has died, see our guide to selling a car from an estate at /sell-a-car-from-an-estate, or call us first.
Fleet sales
How fast do you turn around fleet quotes?
A written firm offer within 24 hours of receiving your stock list.
Do you collect across the UK for fleet?
Yes, multi-site collection on a schedule that fits your operations. Logistics is included; you don't pay for transport.
How is this faster than selling the fleet the usual way?
The usual routes mean transport costs, no guaranteed price, and sometimes weeks to get paid. We give you a written firm offer within 24 hours and pay on collection.
Privacy & data
What happens to my vehicle after I sell it?
One of two things. Some vehicles we buy ourselves and sell on through our own trade contacts. Others we place with the dealer network we work with: while they bid, dealers see the vehicle (make, model, year, mileage, registration, MOT status and the collection town) but never your name, phone, email or postcode. If a dealer's offer is the one we accept, we share your name, phone number and postcode with that dealer so they can collect the vehicle and pay you directly. We never share your email address. Full detail in our Privacy Policy.
What do you do with my data?
We act as a data controller under UK GDPR. We use your data to value, contact, and pay you. We never sell it. Full detail in our Privacy Policy.
How do I unsubscribe?
Click 'unsubscribe' in any email and it takes effect within minutes. Our texts are sent from a name rather than a number, so a reply will not reach us: to stop texts, call 020 7871 7671 or email us and we will remove you the same day.
Selling a vehicle for someone who has died? Read selling a car from an estate.
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