Sell a Broken Car Without Repairing It
Costing more to repair than it's worth? Find out what your vehicle may be worth without spending a cent fixing it first.
- Repair quote higher than the car's value
- Engine or gearbox failure
- Recurring faults you're tired of paying for
Get your free quote
Takes about a minute. No need to repair anything first.
Selling to us
- Free quote, with no obligation to sell
- Paid in cash when we collect your car
- Free collection from most of South East Queensland (we confirm it for your location)
A car that keeps breaking down can cost more in repairs than it's worth. Instead of paying for another fix, you can tell us what's wrong and see what we can offer for the car as it stands.
It doesn't matter whether the problem is the engine, the gearbox, the electrics or something nobody has managed to diagnose. The more you can tell us about the fault, the easier it is to give you a realistic quote.
Sound familiar?
The repair quote is more than the car is worth
A big quote for a car with modest value is one of the most common reasons owners sell as-is instead of repairing.
It's been back to the mechanic too many times
When the same kind of fault keeps returning, selling can be easier than paying for another round of repairs.
Engine or gearbox has failed
Major mechanical failures are expensive to fix. You can ask for a quote on the car with the fault still in it.
It failed a safety inspection
If getting it through an inspection would cost more than you want to spend, tell us what was found.
What to tell us about a broken car
- What the fault is, or what your mechanic said
- When the problem started and whether it's getting worse
- Any warning lights, noises or smoke
- Whether it still starts and drives, even badly
- Any recent repairs or parts already replaced
You don't need every detail. Tell us what you know.
How it works
- 1
Tell us about your car
Fill in the short form with the make, model, condition and where it is.
- 2
Send photos
Add a few photos if you can. They're optional, but they help us quote more accurately.
- 3
Receive a quote
We review the details and contact you with an offer, or tell you if we can't purchase the car.
- 4
Accept the offer
If the offer suits you, say yes. If it doesn't, you've lost nothing.
- 5
Arrange collection where applicable
Collection is free from most of South East Queensland (we confirm it for your location), and we pay you in cash when we collect.
Why people trust us
- Licensed Queensland motor dealer
- Motor dealer licence number 4712110
Where we buy cars
Servicing South East Queensland, with a focus on Brisbane South.
Suburbs we often buy cars from include:
- Algester
- Coorparoo
- Durack
- Eight Mile Plains
- Holland Park
- Inala
- Moorooka
- Mount Gravatt
- Oxley
- Parkinson
- Rochedale
- Runcorn
- Springwood
- Sunnybank
- Yeronga
- Underwood
Not on the list? Ask anyway and we'll confirm whether we can help.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to repair my car before getting a quote?
No. Tell us what's wrong with it and we'll assess it as it is. There's no need to spend money on repairs first.
What information do you need for a quote?
The make, model, year, where the car is, and what condition it's in. Photos help us give you a more accurate figure but are optional.
Is there any obligation once I ask for a quote?
Asking for a quote doesn't commit you to selling. You decide whether the offer suits you.
What if I don't know what's wrong with it?
That's fine. Describe what you've noticed, such as noises, warning lights or how it behaves, and add photos if you can. We'll work with what you know.
Does it matter if the car still runs?
It can affect the quote, so tell us whether it starts, whether it drives, and how well. Cars that don't run at all are welcome too.
Find out what your car may be worth.
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