Sell my car in Cardiff

Selling your car to Bristol Street Motors in Cardiff couldn't be simpler! First, enter your vehicle registration into our online tool and answer a few questions about its condition and mileage. We'll provide you with a free, instant valuation that's valid for seven days. Next, book an appointment at your local dealership , where a member of our team will check over your car and process the necessary paperwork. It really is that easy.

There are a few things you need to bring to your dealership appointment:

• Your driving licence
• A recent bank statement, issued within the last three months, showing your name and current home address
• The vehicle logbook (V5C) with your name on it
• Any vehicle service history records
• A valid settlement letter indicating the remaining finance amount (if applicable)
• All keys, including spares
• All accessories related to the use of the vehicle, such as the user manual or locking wheel nut key

Please provide us with accurate information about the condition of your vehicle. Any discrepancies may affect the valuation. Additionally, remember to bring all the necessary paperwork to your dealership appointment. This will ensure a seamless process!

When you visit the dealership to sell your car, please bring your V5C logbook. We will complete the necessary sections and take care of the rest for you.

Yes, you can. Start by getting your online valuation. Next, visit your nearest Bristol Street Motors dealership to complete the sale.

Yes, selling your car to Bristol Street Motors is free. There are no admin fees or hidden costs involved.

At Bristol Street Motors, we will provide an accurate valuation for your vehicle based on current market conditions. Rest assured; you will receive a fair deal. We also handle all the paperwork for your convenience. Additionally, while at your local dealership, you can explore our selection of new and used vehicles to find a great deal on your next car.

Selling your car at Bristol Street Motors is quick and easy. Get an instant online valuation for your vehicle that's valid for seven days. Your dealership appointment will take about an hour. Once the paperwork is completed, you'll receive your payment within three to five working days.

After completing the necessary paperwork, your payment will be processed. The money will be transferred to your account via BACS within three to five working days.

You can! With our help, no problem. The process varies as different financial contracts will have different terms and conditions. But enlisting our help means we can help you get it done in no time at all.

Applying to keep your number plate is an easy enough process. Using the V778 retention document you will get up to ten years to put your registration plate on your next vehicle too.

Leaving your insurance running is not advised. If the new driver of your vehicle gets into an accident while your insurance is still running, you could still be held liable. A simple phone call to your insurer to cancel your insurance will take minutes.

Not currently. Private car sales are exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) which means private sellers can sell their car without faff. CGT is applied to profits of specified possessions over the amount of £6,000.

These possessions include:

• Taxis
• Racing cars
• Single-seat sports cars
• Vans, lorries and commercial vehicle

Yes! We don't hold you to any obligations. Selling your car to us doesn't mean you have to buy from us too. Once we have given you the money for your old car you are free to look elsewhere.

Selling your car with a private plate isn't a big deal. But ensuring you handle it properly is important:

• Ownership of the plate can be given to the buyer of the vehicle.
• You can apply to the DVLA for a V778 document to keep the plate.

In the case where you have decided to keep the registration plate, the DLVA will confirm your ownership. Once you've received this confirmation you've got up to ten years to assign your plate to another car. Plenty of time!