Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we will consider any car, any make or model and any value.
Yes, we will still buy your car with outstanding finance, we will just need you to provide an in date settlement figure. If you have equity in the car then we will settle your balance in full directly to the lender and pay any remaining equity to you. If you have negative equtiy then you will need to pay the shortfall to us at which point we will settle your balance in full directly to the lender.
Our initial valuation is based on the details you have provided and makes some assumptions due to the limited information available. These are things such as your car having 2 keys, full serivce history, tyres with at least 3mm tread, no mechanical faults and no damage to your cars interior, exterior, glass or wheels. If any of these assumptions do not apply please be sure to let us know when you get in touch so we can confirm your valuation and make any necessary adjustments. During your appointment we will perform a standard inspection after which point a final valuation is confirmed and no further changes will be made.

The payment process is very quick and simple. Once the sale is agreed and vehicle has been checked we will pay you by bank transfer and funds received within 2 hours however this is usually instant. Payment can only be made to the vehicle owners bank account (matching the name on the V5 Registration Document).

If you have outstanding finance and have equity in the car then we will settle your balance in full directly to the lender and pay any remaining equity to you. If you have negative equtiy then you will need to pay the shortfall to us at which point we will settle your balance in full directly to the lender.

Yes, if a friend or family member is unable to sell the car and you are selling on their behalf we will need a letter of authority from the owner of the car, a copy of their ID and funds must be paid into their bank account.

To sell your car to us, you need to be the owner of the car for a minimum of 6 months. If you have owned the vehicle for less than 6 months please let us know, we may still be able to proceed with the purchase in some circumstances but will require an original invoice and proof of purchase from when you bought the car.

Yes, in such cases we will require a few documents to satiify due diligence and will guide you through the process as sensitively as we can.

Just enter your cars registration number and mileage into our website. You will either receive an instant valuation or one of our team will be in touch with a bespoke valuation. At this point all you need to do is contact a member of our team to arrange a day and time to bring your car to us to sell.

We will perform a standard inspection of your car, check the documents, perform a quick road test and confirm your final valuation. If you are happy to proceed, we can buy your car there and then, there is no need to make multiple journeys.

No, we can perform our checks and buy your car in one visit, there is no need to make multiple trips. Allow up to an hour for the process.

Allow up to an hour for us to perform our checks and do all the necessary paperwork and payments.

Once we have completed the purchase and all payments are confirmed we will transfer the car into the trade online using your V5 and you will receive a confirmation email from the DVLA. Your tax will automatically be cancelled. If you pay by direct debit this will be cancelled, if you pay monthly then you will receive a refund from the DVLA for any complete remaining months.

No, there are no fees or admin charges when you sell to us.
As market values constantly fluctuate, we can hold our valuations for 48 hours. If you are unable to accept the valuation within this time frame a new, updated valuation will need to be required.
We will require the following items and documents in order to proceed with the purchase:
- Your driving license
- A second proof of address (ie. utility bill, bank statement, council tax bill etc)
- V5 Logbook (registration document) in your name
- Service book or printed history record for cars with digital service history
- Spare key (if you only have one key please make us aware in advance)
- Locking wheel nut key
- Valid (in date) settlement figure from your finance company in printed or email form (if applicable)
- Receipt/invoice for any mapping/tuning/modifications (if applicable)
Yes, we will buy modified cars. If your car is modified we would ask that you provide us with a full list of modifications including remaps. We will also need to know if your has a non-standard catalytic converter.
You will need to bring your car to our premises which is based at:
Blakedown Car Company, Heath Mill Close, Wombourne, WV5 8EX
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Have questions or need more information? Our team is here to help make selling your car as easy as possible. Reach out to us and see how we can help you.

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