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We pick up your van from anywhere in the UK—at no cost to you.
We pay you in cash or direct bank transfer when we collect.
This guide explains eligible vehicle types, the DVLA paperwork you’ll need, how free collection works, why Cash Your Vans is a strong choice, tips to maximise your offer, and eco-friendly recycling options.
What’s covered below:
Selling your van fast starts with an instant valuation tool that checks year, mileage, and condition to generate a competitive cash offer, often within seconds. Skip time-consuming viewings or auctions. This simple process delivers clarity and speed as you get ready to hand over the keys.
Follow these three steps to turn your van into cash:
These three stages help you avoid haggling and get funds fast, making for a smooth sale in Rochester.
Instant online valuations compare your van’s age, engine size, service history, and condition with live market data for similar models in Rochester. Our system adjusts for demand and recent sale prices to generate a fair cash offer in about a minute, helping you plan with confidence.
This valuation method simplifies decision-making and leads straight to arranging free collection, so you avoid delays and get a transparent offer.
Payment is made on collection by instant bank transfer (confirmed before the vehicle leaves) or, where applicable, cash, wrapping up the sale efficiently.
This prompt payment system removes delays and finalises the deal the day your van is collected.
You can sell almost any van, truck, or lorry in Rochester, from modern panel vans to heavy-duty tippers and salvage vehicles. Our specialists assess each vehicle to ensure you get a fair price.
The table below outlines key van categories, the conditions we accept, and common examples:
Vehicle Category | Accepted Condition | Common Examples |
|---|---|---|
Light Commercial Vans | Running, serviced, MOT valid | Ford Transit, Vauxhall Vivaro |
Heavy Trucks & Lorries | Operational, damaged, non-runner | Mercedes Actros, Isuzu F-Series |
Damaged or Non-Running | Mechanical failure, accident | Non-starting panel vans |
End-of-Life & Scrap | Salvage, suitable for scrap | Rusted chassis, write-off vans |
Used or Older Models | High mileage, older than 10 years | Volkswagen Transporter T4 |
Each category is valued against current market trends to ensure competitive pricing, paving the way for the required paperwork next.
We buy all commercial vehicles, from small panel vans and refrigerated units to curtain-siders and tippers. We value each against similar sales in Rochester. This wide scope helps trades and businesses turn assets into quick cash.
Our broad vehicle portfolio lets us provide tailored quotes that reflect demand in Rochester and the surrounding areas.
Yes. Vans with mechanical issues, accident damage, or no MOT are still eligible. By factoring in repair costs and salvage value, our valuation tool provides a realistic offer. Our collection team can remove non-starters, saving you towing costs.
Accepting vans in any condition broadens your options and speeds up the disposal of non-operational assets.
Yes. Scrap and end-of-life vehicles are dismantled at authorised treatment facilities under environmental regulations. We offer competitive scrap values based on current metal prices and recycling demand, ensuring responsible disposal and a strong return for usable parts and materials.
This specialised service meets environmental standards and provides cash for vehicles beyond economic repair.
Older, high-mileage models still hold value. By comparing them to similar vans over 10 years old, we ensure a fair price, even with cosmetic wear or minor service issues. Ongoing demand for affordable commercial transport underpins our used-van valuations.
Selling a van in the UK requires following DVLA and environmental rules, including transferring ownership and certifying any end-of-life status. The right paperwork confirms compliance and speeds up payment. Here’s a quick rundown of the essential documents and how our specialists can help with each:
Submitting these documents ensures a quick DVLA transfer and a smooth settlement.
You’ll need to provide the original V5C logbook, completed and signed in the correct sections. If available, include MOT and service history records. This evidence secures a legal transfer and validates the vehicle’s condition for us and regulators. Providing clear documentation reinforces the legitimacy of your sale and speeds up finalisation.
Notify DVLA as soon as you sell (online service hours apply). For scrap or end-of-life vehicles, obtain a Certificate of Destruction from an authorised treatment facility to ensure compliance.
Cash Your Vans makes paperwork easy. We’ll check your V5C, guide you through the seller and buyer sections, and submit DVLA notifications for you. This support helps prevent mistakes that could delay payment or collection. Having our team handle the documentation removes admin stress and lets you focus on receiving funds.
Free collection means no towing fees, no slot charges, and full removal support, whether your van runs or not. This convenient service removes logistical worries and fits smoothly into the sales process.
Our free collection covers Rochester and the wider Medway towns, including Strood, Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham, and Sittingbourne. We operate across key industrial and residential areas, ensuring prompt pick-up near you. This extensive service area means local sellers can avoid unnecessary travel or transport costs.
After you accept our quote, our coordinator arranges a specialist tow truck or flatbed team, equipped to handle non-running or severely damaged vans. They manage winching, secure loading, and safe transport to an authorised treatment facility if needed.
This specialised logistics approach ensures unroadworthy vans are collected safely and efficiently.
We’ll arrange a convenient collection time and complete payment on pick-up. Our driver checks the vehicle against the initial valuation and processes your bank payment immediately.
Hand over the keys and paperwork, then receive proof of collection and payment confirmation. This straightforward process finalises the transaction and gets you ready for your next vehicle.
Choosing Cash Your Vans means partnering with a specialist buyer focused on fairness, speed, and local knowledge, delivering a smooth experience from valuation to payment. Trust and transparency guide every step, giving you confidence in your sale.
Unlike traditional dealers, Cash Your Vans uses real-time market data for precise valuations, accepts any make or condition, and handles DVLA notifications for you.
This comprehensive approach goes beyond basic offers and reduces admin work for sellers. Combining advanced processes ensures your sale is competitive and stress-free.
Our quotes reflect market demand, regional sales data, and condition-based adjustments, which can outperform standard trade-in or auction valuations. We share transparent pricing criteria upfront so you see how each factor influences your final cash offer.
Clarity and competitiveness give you confidence that you’re getting a strong price.
The best price comes from accurate details, understanding market trends, and weighing a direct sale against part exchange. Optimising these factors can raise your cash offer.
By confirming these details upfront, you position your van for the strongest cash return.
Part exchange can make buying a new vehicle easier, but it might limit your negotiating power and the net cash you receive. A direct sale to a specialist buyer can secure a higher cash sum and greater transparency, especially for unique or fleet vehicles where no immediate replacement is needed.
Evaluating both options helps you choose the path that best suits your financial goals.
Rochester’s busy construction and logistics sectors create consistent demand for light commercial vans, particularly during spring and summer, often driving up offers.
Conversely, off-peak periods might see slightly lower valuations, so timing your sale can help maximise the cash you receive. Understanding local demand patterns empowers you to schedule your sale for peak pricing.
Responsible disposal and recycling of end-of-life vans protect the environment and comply with UK regulations, while recovering materials like steel, aluminium, and plastics for reuse. Authorised treatment facilities follow strict processes for safe dismantling and component recovery.
Once collected, scrap vans are taken to licensed facilities where fluids are drained, hazardous materials removed, and components sorted for recycling or refurbishment. Metal shells are then shredded and melted down to create new steel products, minimising landfill waste and reducing the need for raw material extraction.
While national scrappage grants have evolved, occasional regional schemes in Kent may offer incentives to replace older commercial vehicles with low-emission models.
Checking local council websites or industry bodies can reveal current offers that complement the cash you receive from selling your van. Investigating available schemes can boost your overall return and encourage greener transport choices.
End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) regulations require authorised treatment for vehicles no longer safe to drive. After documentation, dismantlers recover usable parts and recycle remaining materials, issuing a Certificate of Destruction to confirm legal disposal and complete deregistration.
Following ELV procedures ensures compliant and environmentally responsible disposal. Turning your van into cash in Rochester is simple and transparent.
Use this guide to navigate valuation, paperwork, and collection with confidence, secure a competitive offer, and support responsible recycling. Choose a specialist buyer with local expertise, streamlined logistics, and fast bank payments to finalise your sale. Start your valuation today for a hassle-free result.
Skip the hassle of online listings, time-wasters, and negotiations. Cash Your Vans offers a simple, guaranteed sale with no stress.
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