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Your damaged car is losing value. Every. Single. Day.
Got a car that's a skedonk after a little fender bender? Or it's a full-on write-off. We know the feeling. The first thought is often just to leave it parked in the driveway or garage, telling yourself you'll get around to fixing it one day.
But here’s the harsh truth: every single day that car sits there, its value is dropping like a rock to the bottom of the ocean.
The problem with procrastination
When you're uninsured and your car is damaged, it’s easy to feel stuck. You don’t have the cash to fix it, and you don’t know where to start with selling it. So you put it off. You figure a few weeks, a few months, maybe even a year won’t make a difference. Nee, man. That’s a massive mistake.
A damaged car loses value for several reasons, and the longer it sits, the worse it gets. Here’s how it becomes a bad situation:
- It's a "rebuilt" waiting to happen: This is a big one. Did you know that if you go and deregister a damaged car at the License Department, it automatically becomes a "Rebuilt" vehicle? This instantly drops its value even more. It’s better to keep your license up to date and let a professional buyer, like us, handle the code change after the purchase.
- Rust, water, and rot: A damaged car, especially if it’s sitting exposed to the elements, is at risk of further damage from water and rust. What might have been a fixable dent can turn into a rusty mess, and water can ruin the interior and electronics.
- The market moves on: Car models age and become less desirable every year. The longer you wait, the older your car gets, and the less money it's worth. Even if you sell it for parts, those parts become less valuable as newer models hit the market.
Sell your damaged car before it's too late
The smart move is to act quickly. Instead of letting your damaged car become a burden, you should sell your damaged car and get cash now. The value it has today is the most it will ever have.
Don't let your car sit there as a constant reminder of a bad day. You can easily turn that accident-damaged car into cash in your pocket. We buy any damaged car, in any condition. We'll handle all the faff and even take care of the towing for free.
By choosing to sell your damaged car today, you're not just getting rid of a problem; you're stopping the financial bleeding and putting money back in your pocket. It's a proper win-win.