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Should I sell my used car, given that values are rising?

I purchased an ex-demo Volvo V60 in March. It is now worth about £5,000 more than I paid for it and I am wondering whether to sell it. Of course, anything similar would be even more expensive from a dealer...

I've sold my car online - what's the best way to transport it?

How can I get my uninsured car to the car buying site's depot?

Should I hide my car's registration number in an online advert?

I’m shortly planning to place an ad on Autotrader to sell my car (an Audi A2 for £2000). What is your advice regarding whether or not to display the car’s registration number in photos? Many private sellers...

A trader wants to buy my car. What should I be wary of?

A trader has offered to buy my car at an acceptable price with no test drive, sight unseen, paying by bank transfer. He will trailer it away and says he is local. What should I be wary of? He said he will...

What's the best way to sell an old Land Rover Defender?

I work for a UK disability charity and we have a 2010 Land Rover Defender 110, which is no longer needed. We want to sell it but need advice as to the likely value and the best place to sell. It’s done...

What's the best way to sell my car?

What’s the best way to (reluctantly) sell my blue, one owner, 2004, 2.2-litre Z4 with 50,000 miles and FSH in great condition.

How can I guarantee payment when selling my car?

What is the best way of getting paid when selling a vehicle privately and to a dealer? Many thanks.

Can I sell a car without a V5C?

I've taken my private plate off my car online and got the retention certificate within a week. The DVLA said the V5C will arrive in 4 to 8 weeks. That was 3 months ago. I want to sell the car, which is...

Is it safe to share a VIN number with a potential buyer?

I'm selling a vehicle privately and have an interested buyer who is asking for the chassis number in order to complete some checks before purchase. Is it safe to share this number? No money has exchanged...