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Frequently Asked Questions – jamjar

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Selling your car with Jamjar is quick, fair, and 100% online. You can compare trusted buyers, get multiple offers, and secure the best deal for your vehicle. If you’d prefer to scrap your car or get your car valued first, we can help with that too. For peace of mind, see the official government guidance on selling a vehicle.

Why sell your car with Jamjar?

Selling your car should be simple and stress-free. With Jamjar, you can compare offers from trusted UK car buyers in seconds. Choose the best deal, enjoy free collection, and get fast payment — all online. Whether you’re upgrading, downsizing, or just need a quick sale, we’ll help you get the right price without the hassle.

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How does it work?

Enter your registration to get instant offers, compare trusted buyers, and choose your best deal. Once you accept, the buyer collects your car for free and pays you promptly. Fast, fair, and 100% online — that’s how selling your car should be.

How long does it take to receive offers for my vehicle?

Once you complete the online valuation, offers are typically received within seconds from our network of trusted car buyers. You can then compare and choose the most suitable offer in your own time.

You can get an instant online quote here using our free valuation tool, which compares offers in real time.

There is no cost at any stage. Getting an online valuation, comparing offers and speaking to buyers is completely free.

When you’re ready, begin by getting a no-obligation valuation and reviewing matched offers.

Offers can vary depending on vehicle condition, accuracy of the details provided, market demand, location, mileage, service history and the individual buying preferences of each company.

If you’d like structured support from our verified and constantly rated buying partners, start by reviewing our car valuation guidance hub for step-by-step criteria.

If you’d like structured support, start by reviewing our car selling guidance hub for step-by-step criteria.

When comparing offers, you’ll also see each buyer’s rating based on real customer experiences and service standards, helping you choose confidently — not just by price.

You will be put in direct contact with the chosen company to arrange inspection, payment and collection. They will talk you through the next steps and confirm any outstanding details related to the sale.

When you’re ready, begin by getting a no-obligation valuation and reviewing matched offers.

You’ll also be able to see each buyer’s performance rating, based on customer feedback and professional standards, to help you make a confident and informed choice.

Offer validity periods can differ between buyers. Each buyer will state how long their offer is valid, and you can proceed at any point within that timeframe if the terms still suit you.

If you’re ready, get a no-obligation valuation and review all your matched offers. You’ll also be able to see each buyer’s performance rating, based on customer feedback and professional standards, to help you make a confident and informed choice.

Your information is used only for generating accurate valuations and sharing your chosen details with selected car buyers when you decide to proceed. We comply with UK data protection law and do not sell your data to third-party advertisers.

Jamjar is paid by the car buying companies within our network for introducing potential sellers. This does not change your valuation or the offer you receive.

We take the quality of our buying network very seriously, you will also be able to see each buyer’s performance rating, based on customer feedback and professional standards, to help you make a confident and informed choice.

Each company may have different pricing structures depending on distance, collection requirements, payment method, inspection standards or terms of service. All costs are shown clearly by the individual buyer in your individual valuation results page.

Your postcode helps match you with relevant buyers, collection availability, local demand and logistics. This supports more accurate valuations and a smoother selling process.

We work only with established UK car buyers who meet our partnership requirements for service standards, transparency and professionalism. We regularly monitor performance, feedback and service quality.

Many buyers offer national coverage, while others focus on specific regions or vehicle types. Coverage may vary based on location, availability and collection requirements.