Offer in 30 seconds. Gone tomorrow. Paid same day.
No photos to take, no calls to field, no waiting weeks for a private buyer. Enter your reg, we'll have a number on screen before you've finished your coffee.
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Quote to cash in 24 hours.
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01Instant price
Enter your reg and postcode. We'll have an offer back to you in seconds, no back-and-forth.
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02Choose your slot
Pick a collection date and time that suits you. We work around your schedule, not ours.
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03We collect free
Our driver comes to you. Free collection across the UK, no hidden charges.
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04Paid on the day
Cash lands in your account before the truck leaves. Same-day bank transfer, guaranteed.
What our customers say
“Great quote, over £100 more than other competitors. Simple online process, van collected soon after, money straight in the bank. Recovery driver very helpful with my non runner van that wasn't in the easiest position to take away. Highly recommend.”
Matthew Rollins
“From start to finish the transaction was impeccable. The best price I could find for my vehicle and money in my bank before it left my street.”
Dave
“Hassle free, book a day, show them your ID on collection, money in the bank straight away. Don't have to drop your van off and walk home, these guys collect from where you want. Simple.”
Bryan Wilkes
“Does exactly what it says on the tin. No haggling over price, no stress, just a straightforward hassle free process. All done in 10 mins. Excellent service.”
Robert Marshall
“Instant quote, higher than competitors and collected the van next day with payment received even before the van drove off. After being robbed off by competitors I was very impressed.”
Richard Parry
“Came back immediately with a very good offer. Van was collected and money was in my bank account within 2 hours. Amazing. Brilliant. Excellent service.”
Loretta
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Why people need to sell a van fast
The private sale route takes weeks on a good run. That's fine if you're not in a hurry, but most sellers contacting us have a reason for urgency. The most common ones:
- Redundancy or business closure, the van needs to go before the insurance lapses
- New van arriving, double insurance and nowhere to park two
- Lease or finance ending, need the equity out before the agreement terminates
- Van blocking a drive or taking up space after a breakdown
- Moving house or abroad, can't take it, need it gone quickly
- Estate sale, settling affairs after a bereavement
Whatever the reason, the process is the same. The speed doesn't cost you anything, the offer is based on the van's value, not your timeline.
The actual timeline
Day 1, 2 mins
Enter your reg and get an offer on screen
Day 1, same day
Accept, collection date confirmed by text
Day 2 (or sooner)
Driver arrives in your 2-hour window
Day 2, on collection
Bank transfer sent before truck leaves
Day 2–3
Cleared funds in your account
Why quick sale isn't the same as low price
The misconception is that selling fast means accepting less. That's a dealer's framing, designed to make you feel like you're trading speed for money. Our offer is calculated on what the van is worth in the salvage and used markets on the day. We collect quickly because it's operationally efficient for us, not because we're cutting the price to compensate you for speed.
The honest comparison: a private sale for a high-mileage van in reasonable condition might get you £500–£1,000 more after 3–6 weeks of effort, viewings, and negotiation. For a lot of sellers, that trade-off isn't worth it. For some, it is. Both answers are legitimate.
See our private sale vs trade buyer guide for a full worked comparison.
What you need to have ready
- Your registration number (plate is fine, we pull the rest from DVLA)
- An honest description of the condition (mileage, any known faults)
- Your address for collection
- Bank details for payment
- V5C and photo ID for collection day
That's it. No photos, no listing copy, no back-and-forth.
Selling fast, common questions
What's the fastest you can collect?
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Next-day collection is standard. Same-day is possible for urgent situations, mention it in the notes when you accept the offer and we'll do our best to accommodate.
How long does the offer take?
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30 seconds from entering your reg to seeing the number on screen.
When does the money actually land?
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Bank transfer is made before the collection driver leaves your address. Depending on your bank, cleared funds typically appear within a few hours, same day in most cases.
Is a quick sale worth less?
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No. The offer is the same whether you need it collected today or next week. Speed is on us, it doesn't cost you anything.
What if I have outstanding finance, can I still sell fast?
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Yes, though finance settlement adds a step. We contact the finance house, get a settlement balance, and clear it before paying you the equity. This typically adds 24–48 hours to the process.
Can I sell a van quickly if it's in a relative's name?
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Only the registered keeper or someone with their legal authority can sell. If there's a complication, deceased estate, company name, call us before starting the form.