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Does "We Buy Any Car" purchase cars with faulty engine?
I no longer need my old Volvo diesel estate and intended to sell it. Unfortunately about 2 weeks after passing its MOT the engine management light appeared and the problem is DPF related. I'm no longer willing to throw good money after bad. The WBAC site has information about cars with damage (bodywork) but it's not clear to me if this also applies to engine problems.
I'm hoping someone here will know. Thanks.
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If you declare everything you know, they should still offer you a price
their website says they will buy any car in any condition and if it needs repairs
Have you asked for a quote declaring the issues1 -
If they do accept it, they’ll most likely knock down the on-line price to cover the potential costs of its repair. My brother took his white van along, having been given an on-line price and they walked around it with a fine-tooth comb, marking it down for every scratch . . . . he pointed out it had been his everyday work van, would did they expect, showroom condition. He drove off.
If you’re affected by ULEZ expansion, given any thought to taking advantage of the scrappage scheme?1 -
The answer to your question is - Would You?
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Grey_Critic said:The answer to your question is - Would You?
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They'll certainly knock off a lot more than it'll cost to fix, and then probably punt it into an auction without declaring it.
I'd get a quote from a local garage or DPF specialist as to how much it'll cost to fix and decide what to do then. You'll certainly get more money for it quicker if it's fully running.
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Thanks. The DPF can be cleaned but there's also another related issue. I've reached the stage when I just want to get rid of the car as I've had enough worry with it.
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Contessa said:Thanks. The DPF can be cleaned but there's also another related issue. I've reached the stage when I just want to get rid of the car as I've had enough worry with it.
I tried WBAC and they offered me £50!! I know it was old but that was an insult. I got £500 with my part exchange. After a bit of haggling, which I enjoyed!Please note - taken from the Forum Rules and amended for my own personal use (with thanks) : It is up to you to investigate, check, double-check and check yet again before you make any decisions or take any action based on any information you glean from any of my posts. Although I do carry out careful research before posting and never intend to mislead or supply out-of-date or incorrect information, please do not rely 100% on what you are reading. Verify everything in order to protect yourself as you are responsible for any action you consequently take.1 -
Have you tried Motorway?They offered me a better price than WBAC.Things that are differerent: draw & drawer, brought & bought, loose & lose, dose & does, payed & paid1
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Consider eBay. I’ve just sold a 13 year old Octavia. With air bag and brake warning lights on, and some dents. PX offed was £300 (there was no leverage I was buying the new car, ordered 10 months before). WBAC was £550 after listing faults (£1500 before) eBay auction got me past £1800.1
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Thanks for all your replies and suggestions. I hope to update some time.
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