Our car had been damaged in an accident and after receiving a cash pay out from the other party's insurers we needed to sell that damaged vehicle. We received great service from very helpful and frien... See more
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Very quick and easy process, quote was the best I had from any company, booked collection in for the following morning. Driver, Shaun, called an hour before he was due and turned up right on time, exp... See more
Everything went smoothly from getting an online quote to booking a slot for my car to be picked up, The collection driver turned up on time and was polite and friendly and the money was in my bank be... See more
Fab service put in scrap my car on google tried a few that said instant quotes but then wanted phone no. And email to retrieve, these guys just reg and post code instant price, then once accepted I fi... See more
Company details
- #2 of 10 best companies in Car Breaker
- #23 of 100 best companies in Car dealer
- #16 of 45 best companies in Motor vehicle dealer
- #11 of 61 best companies in Used car dealer
About Car.co.uk
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At car.co.uk, we don’t just help you sell your car—we buy it, offering a seamless, hassle-free experience from start to finish. Unlike many other car buying platforms, we cut out the middleman, ensuring a straightforward process with no hidden fees.
Whether your car is in top condition, has mechanical issues, or is ready to be scrapped, we specialize in purchasing vehicles up to £4,000—including MOT failures, insurance write-offs, and end-of-life scrap cars. With same-day or next-day collection available across the UK, we’re proud to offer a truly national service with local collectors.
Upon collection, your car is transported on a vehicle transporter—not driven away—and you’ll receive immediate payment sent the minute your car is loaded. We'll also also keep you updated about your collection in real-time with updates and ETAs sent straight to your phone.
At car.co.uk, we’re not just about buying cars—we’re about providing a friendly, professional service. Our drivers are on hand to answer any questions and assist you with the V5 paperwork, so you’re always in good hands.
Thousands of customers trust us to deliver a stress-free experience, and we’re proud to provide an exceptional level of service every step of the way.
Selling your car to car.co.uk couldn't be easier!
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- Step1. Enter your registration and postcode.
- We'll generate an instant valuation in under 20 seconds.
- Step 2. Choose a collection date & time to suit you.
- We offer same day next day collections, or book any day up to two weeks in advance.
- Step 3. FREE collection & great communication
- On the day of collection our driver will notify you when they’re on their way and when they have arrived.
- Step 4. Instant payment
- Once the car is loaded on the truck, we'll pay you immediately.
- At car.co.uk we're committed to keeping things simple and honest for our customers.
- Price guarantee
- If your car is as you've described, we'll pay the quoted price. Any major discrepancies will be agreed with you.
- Fast and free collection
- Choose a collection date that suits you. Our driver will keep you fully informed by text or call when they're on route.
- Instant payment
- We'll pay you instantly into your bank account.
- No hidden fees
- Transparent pricing from start to finish—no hidden fees or unexpected charges.
Earn £20 for every referral
Unlimited earning potential
At car.co.uk, we believe great service should be rewarded. That’s why we’ve made it easy for you to earn £20 each time you refer a friend to sell their car with us—and the best part? You don’t have to lift a finger!
Here’s how it works: when we collect your car, you’ll receive an email with your unique referral code. Simply pass it along to your friends, and every time they use it, we’ll deposit £20 straight into your bank account. It’s unlimited and uncapped—the more friends you refer, the more you can earn!
Selling your car has never been this rewarding. Start earning with car.co.uk today!
Contact info
5 Parkgate, 117 Liverpool Road, PR4 5AA, Preston, United Kingdom
- 01772 900 000
- help@car.co.uk
- car.co.uk
A pick up that won't let you down
4.8
Excellent
16K reviews
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Hustle free you get paid instantly
Hustle free you get paid instantly
Best one i deald with so far
1 May 2026
Excellent service
Excellent service, money in the bank before the car left my street. Would highly recommend
1 May 2026
Great quick efficient service Lee on…
Great quick efficient service Lee on wagon was very good and as agreed money paid straight into my bank thanks very satisfied customer
1 May 2026
Fast service and collected next day
Fast service and collected next day, money was in bank before the car even left my property
1 May 2026
Fast, efficient and hassle free
Fast, efficient and hassle free service - ran a quote, booked a collection, and they turned up bright and early the next day to collect the car. Sam, the fella who came to collect my car was a top bloke and I hope the company are looking after him. Money paid into my account within minutes of the car being loaded onto the pickup!
1 May 2026
Great price. Quick collection. Trusted company
Great price, quick service, quick payment. Trust company
30 April 2026
Absolutely fantastic service and best…
Absolutely fantastic service and best price found speedy response and no issues whatsoever the money was paid into my account before the collection agent had even got into his truck to leave could not recommend enough 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
29 April 2026
Unprompted review
Great services
27 April 2026
Great service and value
Our car had been damaged in an accident and after receiving a cash pay out from the other party's insurers we needed to sell that damaged vehicle. We received great service from very helpful and friendly staff (especially Chris) and a good fair value for the vehicle. The pick up and payment was on time and straightforward.
28 April 2026
Unprompted review
nice local lad who collected the car we…
nice local lad who collected the car we had a good chat.
its nice to have someone pleasant to collect a car
28 April 2026
The guy who collected it was sound and…
The guy who collected it was sound and made it easy for me
28 April 2026
Faultless service
I Can not fault this company, extremely helpful with all my queries, turned up to pick my vehicle up right on time, and the money went into the bank instantly.
Great help all the way through the process of scrapping my car.
Faultless service. 5 Stars are not enough.
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
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