How to sell your car for the best price in 2026
The steps that actually move the needle on price when you sell your car in 2026, from honest prep to making dealers compete.
Sell your car vs part exchange: which puts more money in your pocket
Part exchange is convenient, but is it costing you money? A straight comparison of both routes so you can decide with your eyes open.
How car valuations work: trade, retail and private values explained
Three different numbers get called your car's value. Here is what trade, retail and private prices mean and which one you should aim for.
Selling a car that is still on finance: how it works
You can sell a car that still has finance on it. Here is how settlement works and what to expect at each step.
Negative equity on car finance: what it means and your options
Owe more than your car is worth? Negative equity is common and manageable. Here is what it means and the calm ways to deal with it.
How to prepare your car for sale: a step by step checklist
A practical checklist that takes an afternoon and can add real money to your offers. Clean, document and present your car the right way.
What documents do you need to sell a car in the UK (V5C, MOT, service history)
Get your paperwork right and your sale moves faster and for more. Here is exactly what you need and what to do after the handover.
How your MOT history affects what your car is worth
Buyers can read your car's whole MOT story online. Here is what advisories and failures signal, and how a clean record lifts your offer.
Electric and hybrid car resale values in the UK: what to expect
EV and hybrid values move differently to petrol and diesel. Here is what drives them and how to get the strongest offer for yours.
The best time of year to sell your car in the UK
Timing will not make or break your sale, but selling into demand can lift your offer. Here is how the UK calendar affects car values.
How to tell if a dealer offer is fair, and how to avoid being lowballed
One offer is just one opinion. Here is how to judge whether a dealer figure is fair and the tactics to watch out for.
How online car auctions work and why dealers competing gets you more
When dealers bid against each other for your car, the price moves your way. Here is how an online car auction works and why it pays.