Sell your car to Stratstone
Trust the experts
At Stratstone, we can take your vehicle quickly, professionally and without the hassle of finding a buyer. As premium car experts, we know exactly how much your vehicle is worth and you will receive an instant valuation that is valid for 7 days.
Our swift and simple process allows you to get a valuation for your car online in an instant by entering a few simple details. Once you're happy, you can book an appointment with one of our vehicle buying experts at your nearest Stratstone retailer to complete the sale of your car.
We know how much your car means to you, and we'll take care of you throughout the selling process.
Four simple steps to selling your car with Stratstone
Get an online valuation
Find out your car's value instantly online by entering a few simple details. To get a more accurate valuation, we give you the chance to enter wheel and tyre condition, dents, scratches and interior condition.
Book an appointment
Book an appointment at your nearest retailer to drop off your car.
Drop off your car
Take your car to your nearest Stratstone retailer to complete the transaction.
Receive your payment
We transfer the funds directly to your bank within 3 working days. Same day payment is also available at extra cost.
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Why sell your car to Stratstone?
We'll buy your car, whatever the condition
Regardless of age, make, model or mileage of your car, we will buy it. A valuation advisor will talk you through the process and give you a great price for your car.
We don't charge administration fees
To add to the service that you'll get from Stratstone Sell Your Car, we won't ever charge you an admin fee.
We pay money direct to your bank account
We will transfer the money straight into your bank account in 3 working days. Same day payment is also available for a small additional charge.
We'll provide a great price
As knowledgeable premium car experts, we'll give you a great price. We cut out the middle man and instead of going through auction, you sell your car straight to us.
No obligation to buy
No purchase is necessary - we're happy to buy your car even if you're not looking for another one.
Trusted and long-established
We have built our reputation over the course of more than 95 years and pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service.
FAQ
To make the process even simpler for you, we ask that you provide a few mandatory details so that we can make your buying experience even easier. All we ask that you provide is:
- Your vehicle's registration
- The current mileage of your car
- Basic contact information
When it comes to having the car inspected by one of our advisors, we will need you to provide some further information and documentation. On assessment you will need:
- Your Driving Licence
- A bank statement – addressed to your name and current home address dated within 3 months
- Vehicle Registration V5 Document
- The service history records (if applicable)
- Valid finance settlement letter - showing final settlement figure and finance company bank details (if applicable)
- All keys - including spares
- Any accessories related to the use of the vehicle i.e. user manuals, locking wheel nut key, memory cards etc
No problem, if you still have a remaining finance deal, we can still buy your car from you. We will arrange a settlement for your current agreement and our helpful advisors will guide you through the process. There are a few options available to you, but essentially the settlement amount will be deducted from the sum we pay for your car.
If you are interested, there are also several ways that we can help you finance your next car, with a number of credit options we can find a finance option that best suits you. This can all be discussed with us on the day of selling if you so choose.
Where to next?
Online Car Valuation
Find out your vehicle's value instantly online by entering a few simple details
Terms and Conditions
(Nothing contained in these Terms and Conditions will affect or restrict the statutory rights of a consumer).
These Terms and Conditions govern the sale of the vehicle (“Vehicle”) by the Seller (“you” or “your”) to our company (named overleaf) (“We,” “Us,” or “Our”). By agreeing to sell your Vehicle to Us, you, the seller accept these terms and conditions in full.
1. PARTICIPATING DEALERSHIPS
1.1. The sale of your Vehicle is only applicable to dealerships owned and operated by the Lithia UK group of companies, limited to those trading as Stratstone BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover and Mercedes Benz, Audi, Porsche, Ferrari, McLaren and Aston Martin which are listed on https://www.stratstone.com/shop/car-valuation.
2. VALUATION OF THE VEHICLE
2.1. Any valuation provided for your Vehicle, whether online, in writing, or verbally, is valid for seven (7) days from the date it is issued.
2.2. The valuation is based on the information you provide about your Vehicle, including but not limited to its condition, mileage, service history, and ownership details.
2.3. All valuations are subject to inspection of the Vehicle and verification of the information provided.
2.4. We will not purchase any Vehicle unless you have owned it for a minimum of six (6) months.
3. REPRESENTATIONS
3.1. Our agreement to purchase the Vehicle will be subject to confirmation that:
(i) you are the legal owner of the Vehicle and have the right to transfer legal ownership of the Vehicle to Us.
(ii) the Vehicle is not subject to any undisclosed finance.
(iii) you have declared all encumbrances or interests to which the Vehicle is subject.
(iv) the particulars of the Vehicle given by you are correct and that so far as you are aware the milometer reading is accurate and the odometer has not been tampered with.
(v) other than as declared by you in writing, there are no physical, mechanical, structural or bodywork defects with the Vehicle.
(vi) other than as declared by you overleaf and so far as you are aware the Vehicle has not been the subject of an accident or any other damage or any insurance claims or total loss claims.
(vii) other than as declared by you overleaf the Vehicle was first supplied by the manufacturer’s official distributor for the UK.
(viii) the Vehicle has not been used as a taxi, for private hire, or for any commercial purposes. It has been maintained solely for private, non-commercial use.
(ix) other than as declared by you, the date of first registration on the registration documents is the date on which the vehicle was new and first used.
(x) you are not registered for VAT and VAT is not chargeable on the agreed price payable to you.
4. APPRAISAL OF THE VEHICLE
4.1. You must make an appointment at a participating dealership via https://www.stratstone.com/shop/car-valuation in order to have your vehicle appraised.
4.2. The Vehicle must match the description provided by you at the time of valuation.
4.3. Any discrepancies, including but not limited to undisclosed damage, mechanical faults, or modifications, may result in a revised valuation.
5. DOCUMENTATION & ACCESSORIES REQUIREMENTS
5.1. At the time of the Vehicle’s appraisal or sale, you must provide:
(i) the Vehicle’s V5C registration document (logbook).
(ii) a valid MOT certificate (if applicable).
(iii) the Vehicle’s service history and any available receipts for repairs.
(iv) a valid form of identification (e.g., driver’s licence or passport).
(v) proof of address (e.g. a utility bill or bank statement in each case being less than 3 months old at the date of your appointment).
6. INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE
6.1. The Vehicle must be made available for physical inspection before any sale is completed.
7. OWNERSHIP AND FINANCE
7.1. You must confirm that you are the legal owner of the Vehicle and have the legal right to sell it.
8. PAYMENT TERMS
8.1. If you accept the Offer, payment for the Vehicle will be made to your nominated bank account within five (5) working days from the date that the purchase order is signed by you or we have received all documentation relating to the Vehicle that we reasonably require, whichever is later.
9. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
9.1. We are not responsible for any items left in the Vehicle after the sale is completed.
10. REVISED VALUATIONS
10.1. If discrepancies are found or documents are not provided within the specified timeframe, we reserve the right to re-evaluate the Vehicle and issue a revised valuation.
11. YOUR LIABILITY
11.1. You agree to fully compensate us for any losses or expenses, including legal fees, that arise from your violation of these terms or any infringement of another person's rights.
12. CANCELLATIONS
12.1. Either party may cancel the transaction at any time before the sale is completed.
13. GOVERNING LAW
13.1. These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
14. PERSONAL DATA
14.1. By selling your Vehicle to Us, you acknowledge and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice. We encourage you to review our Privacy Notice to understand how we collect, use and protect your information. A copy of Our Privacy Notice is available on our Website or at a participating dealership.
© Lithia UK – January 2025