Selling Damaged Cars Blog

11 April 2024

3 Options for selling smashed cars

What options are out there when it comes to selling your smashed car? We outline the pros and cons of 3 legitimate sales solutions.

3 April 2024

Get paid today: Selling your non-running car for cash made simple

Do you need to sell your non-running car for cash? SYDC offers a simple, quick, and pain-free process for selling your damaged car.

18 March 2024

Getting rid of your damaged car? Top three reasons why people do it

We explore why many South Africans like yourself consider selling their damaged cars, and how Sell Your Damaged Car offers a solution.

4 March 2024

What to know when selling a car with mechanical problems

Need to sell your car with mechanical problems? Find a safe, convenient & trustworthy place to sell your damaged car quickly for the best price.

12 February 2024

How can I avoid being scammed when I sell my damaged car online?

Need to sell your damaged car online but concerned about scammers? Follow our guide for a safe, quick & easy online sale.

19 January 2024

From Totaled to Toasted: Why Rebuilding Doesn't Always Save You Money

Before committing to a costly, time-consuming car rebuild, sell your accident-damaged car to SYDC.

12 January 2024

Insurance and Salvage Cars: How Does it Work and Should I Sell My Salvage Car?

Sell Your Damaged Car provides insights on insurance intricacies, financial considerations, and a simplified solution for selling a salvage car.

22 December 2023

The Pitfalls of Selling A Damaged Car Privately

Wondering about the ins and outs of selling a damaged car privately? Here’s why you should think twice.

14 December 2023

The Stats on Uninsured and Written-Off Cars in South Africa

Uninsured, written-off cars raise concerns about financial responsibility and safety, particularly in the unfortunate event of accidents.

15 November 2023

Best Options To Sell an Accident Damaged Car

Wondering what to do with your accident-damaged car? Here are 4 ways to sell a damaged vehicle.

10 November 2023

Five Tips for Safe Summer Driving

Prioritise safety on the road this summer by following the necessary safety tips and in the unfortunate event of an accident without insurance, knowing that you can sell your car to SYDC with ease adds a layer of financial security, making your summer travels worry-free.

13 October 2023

Can You Sell Your Damaged Car Online?

Stuck with a non-running car? Discover the convenience of selling your damaged car online.

4 October 2023

Repair Or Sell Your Damaged Car?

Repair or sell your damaged car? The idea of restoring your damaged car might be tempting, there are compelling reasons why selling your damaged car is the smarter choice.

26 September 2023

Dealing With The Aftermath Of A Smashed Car

From prioritising your safety to deciding whether to repair or sell your smashed car, there are crucial steps to take when dealing with the aftermath of a car accident.

12 September 2023

5 Reasons To Choose SYDC

Why you should consider selling your non-running car to Sell Your Damaged Car. Here are 5 reasons why we’re the best in the business.

22 August 2023

Understand Your Options: Should You Sell Or Repair Your Financed Accident-Damaged Car?

Should you repair or sell a financed, accident-damaged car? We unpack the pros and cons of each option.

9 August 2023

All You Need To Know About Selling A Luxury Damaged Car

From assessing the damage, to the legal considerations: discover all you need to know about selling a luxury, non-running or accident-damaged car.

17 July 2023

Check Out Our Customer Reviews And Sell Your Damaged Car With Us

When it comes to trusting a service provider when you need to sell your damaged car, there’s nothing more influential than customer feedback & reviews.

4 July 2023

Dispelling The Myths Around Selling Accident-Damaged Cars

Want to sell your accident-damaged car but worried about the type of damage or time it will take to sell? Let’s dispel the myths around wrecked vehicles.

19 June 2023

Top 4 Reasons To Sell Your Uninsured Accident Damaged Car

Wondering whether you should sell your uninsured accident-damaged car? Here are 4 reasons why selling your car to sellmydamagedcar makes financial sense.

7 June 2023

Don't Play With Fire: Know The Top 5 Causes Of Fire-Damaged Cars

The top 5 causes of fire-damaged cars: Mitigating risk, taking preventative measures, and avoiding the possibly devastating consequences of a damaged car.

22 May 2023

Where And How Can I Sell A Non-Running Car?

Where can I sell a non-running car? And how do I go about the process? Let SYDC shed light on these burning questions.

10 May 2023

Help! My Car Is Flood-Damaged

If uninsured, your flood-damaged car may need to be sold. At sellyourdamagedcar, we’ll give you a competitive cash offer no matter the extent of the damage.

25 April 2023

What Is A Salvage Car And How Can I Sell Mine?

If your wrecked or non-running vehicle is issued with a salvage car title, Sell Your Damaged Car will offer you a really competitive price.

18 April 2023

How Can I Get Cash For My Non-Running Car?

Need to get instant cash for your non-running car? Contact Sell Your Damaged Car today for an obligation-free quote.

23 March 2023

Sell Your Wrecked Car With Us And We'll Sort Out The Towing

Tow-truck drivers have a notorious reputation in SA, making it hard to know who to trust with your damaged car. Let SYDC handle the towing for free.

15 March 2023

How To Understand Your Car's Warning Lights

Emergency lights on your dashboard can be hard to decipher. We decode the symbols so you can know what to do with your non-running car.

22 February 2023

Can I Sell My Accident Damaged Car That Is Financed?

How do I deal with an accident-damaged car that is financed? Whether you’re in arrears or under debt review, SYDC can help.

6 February 2023

What Are My Options When Dealing With A Hail-Damaged Car?

Being caught in a hail storm can wreak havoc with your car making selling your hail-damaged car the only viable option. We can help you get the best deal.

16 January 2023

9 Car Noises You Should NEVER Ignore

Don’t want to sit with a non-running car? Pay immediate attention to the following strange noises that may be coming from your vehicle.

5 January 2023

What To Do With A Water Damaged Car

Heavy rain & flash floods can cause serious problems for your vehicle. Should you sell or repair your water-damaged car?

13 December 2022

10 Steps To Take When Your Car Has Broken Down

Has your car broken down? Follow these 10 steps to ensure your safety and sell your non-running car for a competitive price today.

5 December 2022

5 Defensive Driving Tips From Sell Your Damaged Car

It’s family road trip time! Defensive driving is the best practice to avoid being in a serious car crash & having to sell your accident-dmaged car.

28 November 2022

10 Helpful Tips For Driving In The Rain

Did you crash your car in the rain? SYDC offers helpful wet weather driving tips and an excellent place to sell your damaged car.

6 November 2022

Sell Your Damaged Car Shines The Light On Driving At Night

A road trip at night is fraught with unique challenges. At ‘Sell your damaged car,’ we've highlighted our top 5 tips for staying safe when driving after dark.

28 October 2022

5 Tips To Mitigate Being Faced With A Non-Running Car

There’s no guarantee that the day won’t come when you need to sell a non-running car, but there are smart steps to put in place to ensure your car lasts longer.

6 October 2022

Avoid Private Car Sales And Sell Your Damaged Car With Us

Private car sales can be risky, unsafe & onerous. Sell Your Damaged Car will give you a safe, hassle-free experience with a good price.

28 September 2022

Sell Your Non Running Car: Mechanical Failure Alerts

Mechanical failure alerts on your vehicle, if not heeded, are likely to result in a serious car accident and you having to sell your damaged or non-running car.

8 September 2022

3 Types Of Accident Damaged Cars You Can Sell

Whether your accident-damaged car was wrecked beyond recognition or incurred a minor dent, we will buy it for the best cash price.

29 August 2022

Vehicle Safety Features That May Save Your Life In An Accident

Car safety features may not prevent you from having to sell your accident-damaged car, but they will potentially save your life.

17 August 2022

How We Determine The Value Of Your Accident-Damaged Car

Get a more realistic idea of what your accident-damaged car will sell for. Sell Your Damaged Car shares some worthwhile industry insights.

25 July 2022

Need to sell your wrecked car? Here's some South African positivity

Need to sell your wrecked car? Instead of your accident-damaged car being a liability, our customers share their experiences & offer some SA positivity.

1 July 2022

3 Questions To Ask When Selling Your Damaged Car

Recovering from a car crash can induce a lot of stress. At Sell Your Damaged Car, we answer your tough questions and make the process easy.

14 June 2022

Need To Sell Your Accident-Damaged Car? Here's How It Works

Just seen the exorbitant quote to repair your crashed vehicle? The decision to sell your accident-damaged car may well be your best financial solution.

1 June 2022

Damaged Car Alert: Top 4 Reasons For Car Accidents In SA

While there are a myriad of reasons for car accidents in SA, we will help you get the best cash price for your damaged or non-running car.

30 May 2022

Sell Your Damaged Car, SA - 3 Reasons we get the thumbs up

We realise that there is not much reason to smile if you are sitting with a wrecked, smashed, damaged or non-running car. And if your vehicle has been written off, you are faced with a few logistical hurdles to overcome.

12 May 2022

Should I Sell My Damaged Car Or Repair It?

Your car is badly damaged and you are contemplating whether to repair it or cut your losses and sell. There are many questions to weigh up: Will the repair costs add up to more than I can potentially sell my damaged car for?

21 April 2022

Sell Your Damaged Car For The Best Cash Price In SA

Are you debating whether to sell your damaged car or rather fix it? Perhaps you have even tried selling your vehicle privately but the ordeal was so daunting and the result was disappointingly lowball offers.

12 April 2022

5 Reasons you may need to sell your damaged car

In the name of auto entertainment, Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond – Top Gear’s notorious trio – may get away with setting cars on fire, crashing them into walls or pushing them off bridges.

24 February 2022

What Cars Do The Worst Drivers In South Africa Drive?

The list is finally here! There is a very common trend with Toyota having 6 representatives on this list. The biggest shock is that Volkswagen Polo drivers have been established as the worst drivers with 2668 fatal crashes.

12 November 2021

Why Your Car Dropping In Value Does Not Make Your Insurance Cheaper

The costs associated with repairing a vehicle have a much larger effect on your monthly vehicle insurance premiums than depreciation, according to Budget Insurance.

12 November 2021

12 Crucial Driving Tips That Could Combat The Ever Increasing Fuel Prices In SA

South Africans have been hit with another price hike on fuel prices. Diesel and petrol increased by R1.48 and R1.21 per litre, respectively, bringing the cost per litre to under R20 – and over R20 per litre in central parts of the country.

17 March 2021

How To Sell Your Damaged Car

Are you ready to sell your damaged car? Sell to us because we’ll handle all the paperwork for you with no stress and no fuss! We take the hassle out of selling your damaged car. Our dedication to full transparency is our way of providing you with complete peace of mind. Here’s a detailed breakdown of our process.

17 March 2021

How Auctions Work

It’s becoming clear that more and more people are becoming interested in buying or selling their vehicles through an auction. So, what exactly is a car auction? Car auctions that deal specifically with vehicles of all shapes and sizes work in a very similar way to an auction for any other product for sale.