Selling a Car Registered in Another State While in Victoria

Yes, you can sell a car with New South Wales, Queensland or any other interstate registration while you are in Victoria. Interstate plates are not a problem for us.

Pawning vs Selling Your Car: What’s the Best Choice for Cash?

When faced with financial difficulties or the need for quick cash, many car owners consider two main options: pawning or selling their vehicle.

What Should I Expect During the Car Inspection Process?

Our inspection is short and there are no surprises in it. We already gave you a price from your photos, so the inspection is simply us checking that the car matches what you told us.

Junk vs Salvage Cars: Key Differences and How to Get the Best Cash for Them

People use “junk car” and “salvage car” as if they mean the same thing. They do not, and the difference changes what the car is worth and who will buy it. Here is how we tell them apart when we price a car.

What is a VIN and Should You Disclose It When Selling a Car?

A VIN, or Vehicle Identification Number, is a 17 character code that identifies one specific vehicle. Buyers use it to check a car’s history before they hand over money.

Who Pays the Transfer Fee When Selling a Car in Victoria?

In a private sale in Victoria, the buyer normally pays the transfer fee. The seller can agree to cover it, but nothing requires them to.

Is There Tax to Pay When You Sell a Car in Melbourne?

For most people in Melbourne, selling your own car does not create any tax to pay. Private cars are exempt from capital gains tax, and private sellers do not charge GST.

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Car in Melbourne?

It depends almost entirely on how you sell. A private sale in Melbourne often takes two to six weeks and sometimes longer. A dealer trade in happens on the day you buy your next car.

Do You Need a Roadworthy to Sell a Car in Melbourne?

The short answer: if you sell a registered car privately in Victoria, the buyer needs a roadworthy certificate to transfer the registration, so in practice you have to get one.

How to Negotiate the Best Price When Selling Your Car in Victoria

Most people lose money on a car sale in the first five minutes of the conversation, not at the end. They name a number too early, they apologise for the car, or they accept the first figure because they want it over.