Value Your Van

Whether you are thinking about buying a van and want to know if it is a fair price, looking for a valuation for insurance purposes or wanting to sell your used van for as much as possible, here at sellthevan.co.uk we can provide a valuation based on today’s used van market. Our valuation is based on how much we would pay for your van based on its mechanical and cosmetic condition.

Key Factors in Van Valuation:

Mechanical Condition

A van’s valuation depends on many factors. Firstly, the most important part of the valuation is its mechanical condition. If the van is running perfectly, it will be worth more than if it has warning lights on the dashboard, and worth less still if it is completely broken. For instance, a Mercedes Sprinter panel van showing an engine warning light will be worth less than a perfectly running used van because the dealer buying the van will have to spend money on fixing the mechanical problem.

Cosmetic Condition

A van’s value also depends on the cosmetic condition. If the van is covered in dents and scratches, the van will be worth a lot less than a van in perfect condition. This is because the dealer will have to prepare the vehicle for sale to its next owner by repairing the damage and this will cost them more money than if the commercial vehicle was in perfect condition. At sellthevan.co.uk we recommend to send us some photos of any damage alongside letting us know if the van has any mechanical faults or warning lights illuminated on the dashboard.

Additional Factors Affecting Value:

Ownership and Service History

At sellthevan.co.uk, we will take into account the cosmetic and mechanical condition when valuing your vehicle. By sending us photos by WhatsApp and a quick overview of any mechanical issues, we will be able to offer a same day quote and free UK collection.

Other factors also affect the value of a van. One owner vehicles are generally sought after more than a van with 4 owners because 1 owner vehicles give the impression of a reliable van that someone hasn’t had mechanical issues with. Also, vehicles with full documented service history will have a higher value than vans with no paperwork at all. If the V5 logbook has been lost, this can also significantly affect the value of a used van. It also more desirable if the vehicle has more than one key.

Vehicle History Check

Before purchasing your car, one of the first things a dealer will do is HPI the vehicle, searching on a database to check the history of the vehicle. If any insurance damage reports, mileage discrepancies or other markers are recorded against the vehicle, this could depreciate the value of the van.

Get Your Van Valued Today

Here at sellthevan.co.uk, we take all these factors into account when giving a fair valuation for your van. By typing your registration into our website, we will give you a same day valuation and offer free UK collection of your unwanted commercial vehicle.