Sell Your Damaged Car for Cash

A damaged car can still have value, and Quick Cash Cars makes selling it straightforward. It does not always need to go straight to scrap. If your car has been in an accident, failed its MOT, stopped running, or been declared a write-off by your insurer, there's a good chance it still has real cash value. We buy damaged cars of all conditions across Kent, and we pay on the day we collect.

Call 01795 250 065 for a free valuation. There are no admin fees and collection is free.

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What Your Damaged Car Could Be Worth

Damage doesn't zero out a car's value. The value depends on the car, its condition, and the market at the time. A car that a bodyshop won't touch is often still worth something to a buyer who specialises in damaged, non-running, and end-of-life vehicles. Selling to the right buyer helps keep the process simple and realistic.

We buy damaged cars, non-runners, MOT failures, end-of-life vehicles, and cars written off by insurers. We also buy non-runners and MOT failures. The valuation takes less than two minutes, and we give you a free quote. No admin fees are deducted at the point of collection.

How Do You Know What Your Write-Off Category Means For Selling?

If your insurer has written the car off, they'll have assigned it a category. The category determines what can be done with the vehicle and, in turn, what it's worth to a buyer.

  1. Category A: the car must be scrapped in full. No parts can be sold on, and no road use is possible. Contact us to confirm whether we can collect a Cat A vehicle and arrange disposal through the correct authorised route.
  2. Category B: the bodyshell must be destroyed, but mechanical parts and components can be salvaged. Contact us to check whether we can buy a Cat B car.
  3. Category S: repairable structural damage. A Cat S car can go back on the road after it has been repaired to a roadworthy condition, but its write-off history follows it. We buy Cat S vehicles and provide a valuation based on the vehicle and its condition.
  4. Category N: non-structural damage, such as electrical faults or cosmetic issues. Cat N cars can often be valued once the damage and condition are clear.

If you're not sure of your car's category, or if it hasn't been assessed by an insurer, ring us with the registration plate. We can usually give you an indication on the call.

What Quick Cash Cars Does Once You Call

The process is the same regardless of the vehicle's condition or category. We've been buying end-of-life, damaged, and non-running vehicles for more than 30 years, so the logistics of collecting a car that can't move under its own power aren't new to us.

  • Call us or fill in the online form with your registration and a brief description of the damage. We'll give you a valuation in under two minutes.
  • Accept the offer and book a collection slot. We can collect within 12 hours across our service area. If the car is a non-runner or in a location where a standard trailer won't work, we use our 24-hour recovery truck.
  • We handle all the paperwork on the day, including the DVLA transfer documentation. You receive payment the same day the vehicle is collected.

You don't need to arrange transport, find a buyer willing to view a damaged car, or negotiate across listing platforms. The collection comes to you.

What You'll Pay Us To Collect Your Car

Nothing. Collection is free across Kent. There are no admin fees or hidden charges. The figure we give you on the phone or the form is paid on the collection day once everything is checked and agreed.

We quote each car individually based on its registration, condition, and current market data. We don't publish a blanket rate because damaged car values depend too much on the specific vehicle and damage type to be meaningful in a table.

What Quick Cash Cars Won't Do With Your Car Or Quote

We provide a straightforward quote, payment, and collection service with no hidden charges. We aim to keep the process clear before collection, so you know what to expect. We focus on clear communication and a straightforward collection service. If something material about the car's condition turns out to differ from what you described, we'll talk through the difference with you, but this policy should be confirmed before publishing.

We also won't take on a collection if the vehicle is in a condition we can't handle safely. If there's any concern about the recovery, we’ll ask you to confirm the access details before the slot is booked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell a car that isn't mine?

No. The V5C logbook must be in your name, or you must be the registered keeper with evidence of authority to sell. We'll need to see the V5C on collection day, along with photo ID and proof of address.

Do I need to disclose the damage before you collect?

Yes, and being accurate upfront protects you and means the quote we give holds. Describe the damage as clearly as you can when you call or fill in the form. Category markers from your insurer are useful but not always required.

What if the car were in a flood rather than an accident?

Flood-damaged cars fall into the same category as any other write-off. The extent of the electrical and mechanical damage determines the value. Call us with the registration and a description, and we'll give you a realistic figure.

How soon can you collect in Kent?

We collect within 12 hours across Kent from our base in Sittingbourne. For recovery truck jobs, timing depends on the truck schedule, but we aim to keep the wait short. Call 01795 250 065 to check current availability.

Do you collect non-runners from driveways or private land?

Yes. Most of the non-runners we collect are on driveways, in garages, or on private land. The 24-hour recovery truck handles situations a standard trailer can't reach. Let us know the access situation when you book.

What if the car has no MOT or road tax?

Not a problem. Most of the damaged cars we buy have expired MOTs. The car doesn't need to be road legal for us to collect it. We handle transport using our own recovery vehicles.

Three Ways To Get A Valuation Today

  • Phone: 01795 250 065. Call with your registration plate and a description of the damage. Valuation takes under two minutes.
  • Online form: fill in your vehicle details and contact information on the Quick Cash Cars website, and we'll call you back at a time that suits.
  • WhatsApp: message us via WhatsApp with your reg and damage description if a call isn't convenient.

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Get your free valuation today

Call 01795 250 065 or message 07432 134772 on WhatsApp. If you'd rather type, fill in our online valuation form with the registration, mileage and condition and we'll call you back.

Quick Cash Cars is a trading name of RML Kent Ltd, Bayford Court, Crown Quay Lane, Sittingbourne ME10 3JQ. Phone 01795 250 065.

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