What is my car worth?
The price a dealer offers, the price a private buyer pays and the price on a listing can all be different. Knowing a realistic range helps you avoid underselling or overpaying.
Add your car's details and photos and Estimo gives an indicative value range with the factors behind it, so you can negotiate with confidence.
What affects a car's value
Make, model and trim
Specification level, engine and optional extras all matter.
Age and mileage
Values generally fall with age and mileage, though some models hold value better than others.
Condition
Bodywork, interior wear, tyres and any warning lights affect what buyers will pay.
Service history and MOT
A full, documented history and a long MOT make a car easier to sell.
How you sell
Part-exchange, instant-buy services and private sale usually produce different prices.
Demand and season
Some body types and fuel types are in higher demand at different times of year.
Before you start
- Gather the V5C, service records and MOT history before you sell.
- Photograph the car in good light, including any damage.
- Decide whether speed or price matters more — it changes the best way to sell.
Common questions
- Is Estimo's valuation an offer to buy?
- No. It's an independent indicative range to help you decide, not an offer.
- Can I value a motorbike or van?
- Yes. Estimo can value motorbikes, vans and other vehicles as well as cars.
- Can I check a car I'm thinking of buying?
- Yes. Value it before you buy to see whether the asking price looks reasonable.
Get a personalised figure
Estimo shows an indicative range and the reasoning behind it. Ranges are a guide, not a quote.