Sell Your Written-Off Car
Some written-off vehicles can be purchased, subject to Queensland requirements. Tell us the details and we'll let you know.
- Insurer has written the car off
- Repairable or statutory write-off status
- Not sure what your options are
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)
When an insurer decides a car isn't worth repairing, it's classed as a write-off. What you can do with the car afterwards depends on how it was classified, which is why the first thing we'll ask is the write-off type.
Below is a plain-English summary of how Queensland classifies write-offs, taken from the Queensland Government's own pages.
Sound familiar?
The insurer paid out and you kept the car
Some owners keep a written-off car after settlement. Tell us the classification and what's damaged.
You've been told it's a write-off but not what type
Ask your insurer whether it is a statutory or repairable write-off. It changes what can be done with the car.
The car is beyond repair
A vehicle with damage too severe to repair may be suitable only for parts or scrap.
You want it gone
Whatever the classification, you can send the details and find out whether we can help.
What to tell us about a written-off car
- Whether it's a statutory or repairable write-off, if you know
- Which insurer assessed it and roughly when
- What caused the write-off: collision, flood, fire or something else
- How badly damaged it is, with photos
- Whether it can be driven or needs to be towed
You don't need every detail. Tell us what you know.
Written-off vehicles in Queensland: what the government says
- There are two classifications of written-off vehicle: statutory and repairable.
- A statutory write-off has been assessed as a total loss with damage too severe to be repaired and returned to the road. It can't be re-registered in Queensland or any other Australian jurisdiction, even if it is repaired, and some of its parts can't be used to repair or rebuild another vehicle.
- A repairable write-off is a total loss that doesn't meet the criteria for a statutory write-off. It may be re-registered after it passes a safety certificate inspection and a Written-off Vehicle Inspection.
- Australian states and territories share a written-off vehicle register, which can be searched through the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR).
- Owners and operators of notifiable vehicles must also notify the department if their vehicle is a total economic loss and no one else has already done so.
Sources
- About written-off vehicles (Queensland Government)
- How the Written-off Vehicle Scheme works (Queensland Government)
General information taken from the Queensland Government pages above on 22 September 2026. It is not legal advice, and requirements can change. Check the linked pages or contact the Queensland Government about your situation.
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.
Can you buy a written-off vehicle?
It depends on the write-off classification and Queensland requirements. Give us the details and we'll confirm whether we can purchase it.
What's the difference between statutory and repairable?
A statutory write-off can never be re-registered in Australia. A repairable write-off may be re-registered after a safety certificate inspection and a Written-off Vehicle Inspection. See the Queensland Government summary above.
How do I find out the classification?
Your insurer should be able to tell you. The classification is also recorded on the national written-off vehicle register, which can be checked through the PPSR.
Find out what your car may be worth.
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