Sell your car in Durham
Get an instant valuation and sell your car at Carsa Durham — no obligation, no fees, paid the same day.
How it works
Part exchange your car
Sell your car
Sell your car at Carsa Durham, near the A1(M). Free instant valuations, same-day payment, and we handle all the paperwork for you.
Phone
0344 649 8790Opening times
Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 19:00
Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
Sun: 10:00 - 17:00
Bank Holidays: 10:00 - 18:00
Visit us
Carsa - Durham
West Aukland Road
Tindale Crescent
Durham
DL14 9TW
Sell your car in Durham — fair prices, no hassle
Looking to sell your car in County Durham? Carsa Durham is conveniently located near the A1(M) and a short drive from Durham city centre, making us easy to reach from Chester-le-Street, Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland, and Darlington. We accept all makes and models — no matter the age, mileage, or condition. Start with a free 30-second online valuation, then visit our store at a time that suits you. Our handover specialists will give your car a quick once-over, confirm your price, and arrange same-day payment. If you're part exchanging, we can settle outstanding finance with your lender as part of the deal. The whole process is designed to be quick, transparent, and completely pressure-free.
How it works
Enter your car registration
Enter your car's number plate so we can identify your car and begin your valuation.
Confirm the details of your car
Answer a few quick questions about its mileage, condition and service history. If you have any outstanding finance you can also let us know.
Get an instant valuation
Once you've completed the details, we’ll give you a part exchange valuation straight away.
What do you need to sell your car?
• A valid photo driving licence
• A valid V5C that matches your name, address and the number plates
• Evidence of your car's service history
• Handbook
• Any accessories that came with the car, such as locking wheel nuts, radio and key codes
• Sat nav discs
• MOT (if applicable)
• Spare keys
If you have outstanding finance, you can only Part Exchange, rather than sell your car directly to Carsa. If you are part exchanging you will need a letter from the finance company confirming their settlement figure.
Got finance left to pay?
No problem, many of our customers do. If your car’s still on PCP or HP finance, we’ll help you work out what’s left to pay and how part exchange fits in.
Please note: we can only accept vehicles with outstanding finance as part of a part-exchange when you are also buying a car from us.
Get a settlement figure
Contact your lender to find out the exact amount needed to clear your finance.
Value vs settlement
If your car’s worth more than what you owe, the difference can go towards your next car.
If it’s worth less, you can pay the shortfall or add it to your new finance deal, your call.
We handle the admin
We’ll settle the outstanding finance for you directly and make sure the handover is smooth and simple.
What happens in store?
Visit one of our nationwide stores and we’ll keep things quick, easy, and stress-free, just the way it should be. Here’s what to expect when you part exchange with Carsa:
Inspect your car
Our handover specialist will give your car a quick once-over to make sure it’s roadworthy and matches the info you gave us, no surprises, no stress.
Collect your paperwork
Have your V5 logbook, any spare keys, and service history ready. We’ll take care of the admin so you don’t have to.
Goodbye old car
Whether you’re collecting your next car or it’s being delivered, we’ll take your old one off your hands, smooth and simple.
FAQs
Yes. Once the sale is complete contact your insurance company to cancel your policy. The DVLA will automatically cancel your road tax and refund any full months remaining. Cancel any direct debits to avoid being charged again though you should wait until you have received your tax refund first.
Once you accept our guaranteed valuation you will be able to select your preferred handover appointment time. You will receive a confirmation email with details of what to bring and what to expect on the day.
The process typically takes 30-45 minutes. We will inspect your vehicle verify your ID via YOTI then complete the paperwork and payment if you are happy to proceed.
Yes you will receive an email receipt once the sale is complete including details of the transaction and payment as well as our Terms and Conditions.
Please bring your vehicle, your photo card driving licence and your V5C logbook. Please bring all service records you have for your vehicle. We would also recommend giving your car a clean beforehand as it helps us assess the condition more accurately.
You should maintain insurance on your vehicle until the sale is complete. After your handover appointment contact your insurance company to cancel your policy. You may be entitled to a refund for any remaining months of coverage.
Yes please call us as soon as possible and we will find you a new slot.
If your car has outstanding finance, you can only sell your car to Carsa if you are part exchanging. This means you must also buy a car from Carsa.
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