Why we pay more
Generic online buyers pay £1,500 less for your cab. Here's why.
Generic online buyers treat your Toyota Prius as a generic Prius. We don't. We sell to licensed-fleet operators, dealers replacing rental fleets, and continental importers. Buyers the generic platforms never reach.
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The maths behind the gap
Same Prius. Two completely different offers.
A 2019 Toyota Prius Excel with 80,000 miles, sold ex-PCO from a London driver. We've run this comparison hundreds of times. Numbers below reflect typical mid-2026 prices.
Generic online buyer
Algorithm-only quote, generalist buyer pool
£8,400
Based on: Mid-spec used Prius retail
Doesn't price PCO licensing, ULEZ-compliance, or trade demand
SellYourCab.co.uk
Human valuer + specialist buyer network
£9,800
Based on: PCO-spec trade price
Reflects ULEZ-compliance, cab-trade demand, plate-strip handled
+£1,400 more in driver's pocket
Where does the extra £1,400 come from?
- Specialist buyer network. We sell to PCO fleet operators upgrading their fleets, they pay above retail-trade for compliant, plated vehicles.
- HMRC VAT margin scheme. We're registered. Means we can pay more on second-hand vehicles than VAT-registered competitors who lose 20% on every sale.
- Plate-strip handled. We deal with TfL deplating ourselves, no driver hassle, and we don't deduct it from the offer.
- Direct continental black-cab buyers. Retired LEVC TX + TXE go to operators in Spain, Italy, Belgium where the cabs are sought-after, we capture that premium.
- WAV-converted vehicle expertise. Conversion adds £8,000 to £12,000 of value. Generalists can't price it; we can.
Side-by-side
Five ways to sell a cab. One table.
We win on cab-trade knowledge and offer accuracy. Auction marketplaces are competitive on speed. Private sale tops no column outright but has its place when you have the time.
| Feature | SellYourCab | Instant-quote sites | Auction marketplaces | Dealer trade-in | Private sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offer accuracy | Specialist cab-priced | Generic algorithm | Dealer-auction bid | Trade-in lowball | Buyer-dependent |
| Speed | 2 hours | Instant + drop | Up to 7 days | Same day | Weeks |
| Buyer fees | |||||
| Cab-trade knowledge | |||||
| Free UK collection |
When you should not use SellYourCab
We're not always the best fit. Here's when to go elsewhere.
- Your car was never a cab and you don't mind a slightly lower offer in exchange for "done in 30 minutes at a branch" speed → a generic instant-quote site is fine.
- You want to retail privately and chase the absolute top of the market → a private sale platform will beat us by 10 to 15% if you're willing to spend 4 to 8 weeks.
- You need an instant on-the-spot quote and you can wait at a branch → we deliberately take 2h because human review beats algorithm. If 2h is too slow, that's a fair reason to use a generalist.
Honest pricing means honest about when we're not the right choice. If you're selling a licensed cab, private hire, or converted vehicle, we'll beat any generalist offer or tell you to take theirs.
Common questions
Pricing FAQ
Why do generic online buyers pay less for cabs?
Generic instant-quote sites treat every Toyota Prius as a generic Prius, they don't have a buyer network for ex-trade vehicles. The price they offer reflects the standard used-car market, not the trade demand for licensed cabs. We sell directly to operators upgrading their fleets.
How much more does SellYourCab typically pay?
It depends on the vehicle. For a standard ex-trade Prius with full service history, expect £500 to £1,500 more. For a converted WAV (wheelchair-accessible Vito or similar), the gap can be £8,000 to £12,000, generalists can't price the conversion.
Is the higher price guaranteed?
Yes, provided the vehicle matches what you described. The number we send is the number you get, held firm for 72 hours. No bait-and-switch on collection day.
What if my car isn't an obvious cab?
We still buy. Send the reg + mileage, we'll come back within 2 hours with a fair offer based on the trade market for your specific vehicle, regardless of whether it was PCO-licensed.
Are there any fees deducted from the price?
No. Zero seller fees. The number we agree is what hits your bank, Faster Payment cleared on collection day before the keys hand over.
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Comparison figures are typical mid-market examples based on aggregated SellYourCab sales data 2024 to 2026 vs publicly-quoted competitor prices for matched vehicles. Your specific offer depends on your vehicle's condition, mileage, history, and current market, confirmed in your firm offer within 2 hours of enquiry.