Sale or Return

Let us sell your car for you

Take away the hassle of trying to sell your car and leave it to theprofessionals, where we will do the hard work for you. Whether you are looking to sell a Sports, Performance, 4X4 or a classic, we can take care of this with our sale or return service.

What does Sale or return mean? 'Sale or Return' (SoR) is an agreement between you (the client) and us (the seller), in which you commission Beck Evans to sell your vehicle on your behalf. We refer to this service as S.O.R.S. (short for 'Sale or Return Scheme').

The benefits

Maximum car exposure, we receive over 20,000 monthly website visits; we'll advertise your car on leading advertising platforms including our social media channels (50k + followers on Facebook); you will also get access to our worldwide client database – so we may already have the perfect buyer for your car

Access to our facilities, including cosmetic repairs, paintwork, wheel refurbishment and detailing – we will get your car looking great again ready to go on sale

We will handle all paperwork, finance settlement and plate transfers. You're in experienced hands and we will handle all aspects of the sale from start to finish

Professional photos and videos to make sure we capture the beauty and detail of your car - we are more than happy to come to you to do this if needed

We can offer prospective buyers a tailored finance package. We have a large panel of lenders with some of the best offers in the marketplace. Around 70% of car buyers want to finance their car purchase

We can offer prospective buyers peace of mind with our protection package, including a warranty with nationwide coverage and GAP insurance

We can offer part-exchange to the prospective buyer

Our transparent approach means no hidden fees, you will know exactly what you are going to get back and we will keep you informed of any offers. The ultimate decision to sell is always yours. A commission-based sale could work for you, or perhaps you'd like us to purchase your car directly, this is something we can offer too

Cars we are interested in must be less than 5 years old and have less than 60,000 miles on the clock. However, classic and older models will be considered

Interested? Drop us a message and member of the sales team will get in touch to discuss next steps Need more convincing? see our FAQs below

How much does this service cost?

Nothing! We don't charge you for the services listed above, you only pay a commission fee which will be agreed when we enter into the deal. What's more, you don't need to pay for insurance when we take over the temporary ownership of your car, which is a saving in itself. Ultimately, you decide to sell and you save money on advertising, not to mention the time and hassle of selling a car yourself. You will receive the full amount of the vehicle as detailed in the contract and we will, of course, keep you informed of any offers. The only fee you may incur is should we have to collect your vehicle from you.

Do I leave my vehicle with you?

Yes! Leave your vehicle with us and we will prepare it to showroom standards. Your car will sit amongst our stock as if it were one of our own. It is a secure facility and you don’t need to worry about insurance, as we take on the cost of that too as soon as the vehicle is in our care. We will agree on a cost for preparation services and we can deduct it from the final sale total. In the event of your car not being sold, we will not charge you for the preparation services.

Is my vehicle protected?

Absolutely We have insurance for each car up to £1 Million. So you can be safe in the knowledge that your car is in safe hands. A signed agreement is legally binding so you can be sure that we are operating with total transparency. Our facility is alarmed with constant CCTV monitoring. We won’t let a potential buyer test drive your vehicle either, without your explicit permission first.

What happens if I have outstanding finance on my vehicle?

Not to worry We will need a settlement letter from you and if you give us the authority, we can liaise with your finance provider on your behalf, leaving you hassle-free. You will need to settle negative equity on the vehicle before the sale and we would advise you get in touch with us to speak about this in more detail.

How does it work?

Easy.. We share our knowledge of the market with you to see what your vehicle is competing against. With this insight, we can then agree on a fair price for your vehicle, once this is done we will draw up the agreement.
Once signed, we set the wheels in motion. We will receive your vehicle and start the inspection process, before moving on to the valeting and marketing. Your vehicle will be listed on AutoTrader, Piston Heads, our website and social media, as well as other platforms to maximise the exposure. We also have a database of clients and contacts, so we can utilise these to try and match your car with a buyer.
With finance, part exchange and extended warranties, this makes for a more attractive package, than if you were to sell privately without any of these features.
As soon as an offer is made, you will be notified and then the decision is in your hands with zero pressure from us. If you agree to sell, speedy payment will be made to you and we remain responsible for the aftersales and support. It really is that simple.

Why consider sale or return?

Consider the alternatives.. Finding a cash buyer who doesn’t need finance and is prepared to buy with no warranty is extremely rare. The market is small and competitive and buying a high-value vehicle with little to no protection is a risky move. By choosing to sell through us, you get all the benefits of buying a car from a dealership, with peace of mind and extras to add on, should the worst happen.
There is also the risk of strangers visiting you at your home address and the worry of cheques bouncing or cash being counterfeit.

Why Beck Evans?

We are passionate, committed and successful We are here to help and to take the hassle away from you. Our speciality is luxury and high-performance vehicles and we have years of industry experience. With registered customers throughout the country and a showroom close to London, we are best placed to find a suitable buyer for your vehicle.
Open seven days a week and with finance offers, warranties and part-exchange services, this makes for a more attractive package when potential buyers are looking. We would encourage you to read our reviews online of customers past and present which are a testament to our global exporting as well as our level of customer care.

What happens if my vehicle doesn't sell?

Nothing This is a very rare instance and we would take the time to discuss the details with you, should this happen. However, you would not be responsible for any transportation, insurance or advertising costs. We are a team of passionate individuals who will do everything we can to sell your vehicle but should it not sell, you can rest assured that you will not owe us anything.