Our Customers most asked questions about commercial vehicle valuations and selling your van to Van Buyers UK.
Get a van valuation
Enter your van’s registration number into our website and provide us with a few details about your van such as, VAT status and mileage. We will then provide you with a Whatsapp link for you to send over pictures of your vehicle.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eWe are not like other vehicle buying website, we don’t offer you a generic electronic guide price. We take the information you tell us about your van and the pictures you provide us into account before we value your vehicle. The reason we do this is because each van is unique and may have additional extra’s that the electronic valuation system does not take into account.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eBefore we purchase a vehicle, we always perform an on-site assessment of it first. The price we provide for your van will vary from the original amount offered if we believe that its value is impacted by any aspect of its history or condition, including any uncommon feature or customisation, which was not evident to us when we gave the original offer.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eTo get a valuation for your van, enter your details into our 3 step u003ca href=u0022https://vanbuyersuk.com/van-valuation/u0022u003eonline van valuationu003c/au003e form. Simple!
Do you pay VAT on the van?
If you or your company is VAT registered and the van you are selling was originally subject to VAT, don’t worry we can still buy your van.
Can I sell a company van?
Yes, we can buy your company van. You will need to have the following: Your driving licence, Company bank account details, Proof of company address x2, Service history, logbook (V5), Headed letter from company director confirming desire to sell the vehicle.
I have finance on my van can i sell it?
We can also arrange the settlement of your outstanding finance on the vehicle. For us to be able to assist you with this you need to provide an up to date letter from your finance company confirming your agreement reference number and current settlement figure. The amount you owe the finance company will be deducted from the amount paid to you. If you owe the finance company more money than your van is worth, you will have to pay the remainder owed at the point we buy your van.
Where is my local branch?
Your door step, we come to you. Although if you do want to come to our office we are based at Unit 1A Old Racecourse Road, Crystal Trading Estate, Liverpool L31 8AW. GET DIRECTIONS u003e u003ca href=u0022https://goo.gl/maps/2N1x4159XZjxppEz7u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003ehttps://goo.gl/maps/2N1x4159XZjxppEz7u003c/au003e
What does ‘subject to inspection’ mean?
Vehicle purchase offers provided by vanbuyersuk.com are subject to an evaluation and shouldn’t be interpreted as a binding agreement. Before purchasing, a member of our inspection team must verify the condition of your vehicle.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eBefore making a purchase offer, we carefully inspect a vehicle in person. The price we provide for it will vary from the online appraisal if we believe that its value is impacted by any aspect of its history or condition, including any uncommon feature or customisation, which was not evident to us when we gave the online valuation
Do you purchase vehicles that have reached the end of a lease agreement?
Yes, Van Buyers UK buy vehicles from lease companies daily. You just need to give us permission to speak with your lease company and we will sort out all the paper work and pay the lease company directly.
Can I sell a van on behalf of a company?
Yes, we will need you to bring along the following:u003cbru003eu003cbru003ePhoto identification for the person bringing the vehicleu003cbru003eHeaded letter signed by the director authorising you to sell the vehicle on the company’s behalf.u003cbru003eAccount details for the company – Paying in book or bank statementu003cbru003eProof of address for the company – 2 forms (Utility bill, Incorporation letter, etc)u003cbru003eBoth sets of keys if possibleu003cbru003eService history u0026amp; MOT certificatesu003cbru003eLogbook V5/registration certificate
Can I sell a van on behalf of a family member or friend?
Yes, you can, although you will need to provide the following;u003cbru003eu003cbru003ePhoto ID for the registered keeper (Passport/Driving License)u003cbru003eu003cbru003eA recent utility bill or bank statement that shows the registered keeper’s address, which must match the address on the V5.u003cbru003eAuthorization letter or email from the registered keeper indicating their desire to sell the van and designating a 3rd party(You) as having the power to finalise the deal.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eThe payment must be sent to the UK bank account of the registered keeper, so a bank statement or paying-in book should be submitted as proof of the account.u003cbru003eThe person bringing the van must have valid photo ID.
Do you buy vans with private registration plates?
We will buy your van whilst it has a personalised plate.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eIt is simple to transfer your private licence plate to another vehicle or to a retention certificate so that it can be sold or reassigned at a later time if you decide to keep it. We would help you complete this with the DVLA when selling your vehicle to us.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eVisit the DVLA website to learn more about personalised registrations
Is there a transaction fee?
Unlike other vehicle buying companies we do not charge a fee for doing business with us, nor do we charge you for sending you the funds thew same day.
How and when will I receive payment for my van?
Payment will be made directly to your bank account before we drive your vehicle away, simple.