Sell My Car FAQ's
Q: Does the valuation reported by the valuation tool constitute
an offer?
A: No, it's only a guide. An offer will only be made
after your vehicle has been inspected.
Q: Another question nearly
everybody asks is why are there so many websites featuring motor
traders offering to buy my car for cash and what's the difference
between them? Or to put it another way, why should I choose Sell My
Car?
A: To answer the first part of your question. All reputable
motor traders need good quality stock and buying directly from the
owner is often the best way to find it. Furthermore for more desirable stock we're able to contact our
network of franchised dealers to get you the best price for your
car. We all want to keep life simple!
To answer the second part of your question, as trusted local traders we value our reputation above all else and the best way to maintain that is to offer you best price for your car. We can often achieve this because we don`t have the high overheads like the 'Big Name' traders and regularly update market conditions using trusted sources such as Glass's Guide.
Q: Do you really buy any car?
A: Normally yes, but the
offer will be dependent on inspection of the vehicle. Occasionally
we may suggest other avenues for the sale of your car where we think
you'll realise a better offer, but on rare occasions just say no
thank you. Be assured though that we will always be honest about the
valuation.
Q: All 'sell your cars for cash' websites seem to have
a similar 'valuation tool' - you know, the box where you enter the
car's registration number and up pops a value. Is 'sell my cars'
valuation tool any different, and should I shop around?
A: The
valuation tools 'pulls' current market data from one of a number of
industry analysts database. It's a convenient way to give you a
typical average value for the car in question. Usually the condition
of your vehicle, if clean and with a full main dealer service
history will usually improve the online offer.
Q: Will you
bombard me with emails or texts if I 'value' my car.
A: No - but
you will receive an automatic email confirmation of your valuation
and one further one on your opinion of our online valuation.
Q:
Do you only pay cash for cars?
A: No, in fact we normally pay by
direct bank transfer, which is instantly cleared in your account.
Q: Can`t I just phone you to arrange an appointment?
A: Yes!
01949 729924 - We're always happy to chat!
Q: How soon after
requesting a valuation will you visit, and if an offer is made and
accepted when do you take my car?
A: We like to visit within 24
hours of a request for a valuation, sometimes same day in fact, but
in most cases we arrange a mutually convenient time for the visit.
Similarly we aim to take your car immediately or as soon as possible
after you accept the offer and receive your payment.
Q: How long
is an offer valid for?
A: Normally 7 days.
Q: Can I sell a car
on behalf of a friend or relative?
A: No. The log book must be in
the sellers name.
Q: My car's an import, will you buy it?
A:
Normally yes if it's in good condition and of a UK specification.
Q: There's outstanding finance on my car, will you buy it?
A:
Yes, but first we will need to ensure that any outstanding balance
due to the finance company will be settled. Don't worry, we'll
discuss how to proceed at the time of our valuation.
Q: My car
has a cherished number plate which: a) I might wish to keep or b)
Sell to you for a premium as part of the valuation. How should I
proceed.
A: It's impossible to give a definitive answer without
knowing the actual registration number - but first visit the DVLA
website to learn about the retention or transfer of cherished
numbers. Then we suggest you contact Sell My Cars Nottingham by
telephone on 01949 729924 or email info@sellmycars.co.uk as the
valuation tool may not take the cherished number into account.
Q:
Does my car need a current MOT certificate for you to buy it?
A:
Not necessarily, but recent and valid MOT will usually improve the
offer, so have the certificate handy at the time of the inspection.
Q: When should I cancel the insurance?
A: Not before sell my cars
Nottingham has transferred the payment to your account and taken
ownership of your car.
Q: I'm selling on behalf of a relative or
friend - can the payment be made into an account other than that of
registered or legal owner of the car?
A: No - contact Sell My
Cars Nottingham first by telephone on 01949 729924 or email
info@sellmycars.co.uk for advice how you might proceed.
Q: How
long do I need to have owned the car before you'll consider buying
it?
A: We don`t specify a minimum time, but might reasonably
question you about your reason for the sale if less than a month -
we always complete HPI checks as part of our due diligence.
Q: Can I sell my company car?
A: Yes - but call first on 01949 729924 to
chat about the details.
Q: Where can I find a copy of your Terms & Conditions. (Ts & Cs)
A: https://www.sellmycars.co.uk/terms.php
Q: Where's The Valuation
Tool?
A: Click on the image below or follow this link to
Sell My Cars homepage
