Question 1

Is the car valuation free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It costs nothing to request a valuation and there is no obligation to accept our offer.

Question 2

What cars do you normally buy?

Accepted Answer

We mainly buy cars and commercial vehicles registered from 2013 onwards with less than 160,000 km. Older, unusual, classic or high-value vehicles can still be considered individually.

Question 3

Do you really buy any car?

Accepted Answer

No buyer is right for literally every car. We do not buy insurance write-offs, scrap or end-of-life cars, unregistered UK or Northern Irish cars, taxis, driving-school cars or substantially modified vehicles. If your car falls outside our usual year or mileage range, Eoghan can still consider it case by case.

Question 4

Are there particular engines you do not buy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We do not buy Mazda 2.2 diesels; Jaguar or Land Rover vehicles with the 2.0 Ingenium engine; Nissan 1.2 petrols; Peugeot or Citroën 1.0 and 1.2 petrols; or Ford 1.0 and 1.5 EcoBoost petrols.

Question 5

Do you buy cars without an NCT?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A current NCT is not required. Cars that have failed the NCT are considered case by case, so tell us about any faults or warning lights.

Question 6

Do you buy cars with outstanding finance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once a purchase is agreed, we confirm the settlement and pay the finance provider directly, then transfer any remaining balance to you.

Question 7

Do you buy imported cars?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we buy UK and Japanese imports that are already registered in Ireland. We do not buy UK or Northern Irish vehicles that have not been registered in Ireland.

Question 8

Do you buy damaged or non-running cars?

Accepted Answer

Mechanical faults, accident damage and non-running vehicles are considered case by case. We do not buy insurance write-offs, including repaired UK Category N or Category S vehicles.

Question 9

Do you buy vans, pickups and motorhomes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We buy suitable commercial vans, pickups, motorhomes and campervans. The usual 2013 and 160,000 km guidance applies to vans. We do not buy caravans or motorcycles.

Question 10

Can you drop me to the airport or train station after I sell?

Accepted Answer

If you come to us and we purchase your car, we can drop you to the airport or train station afterwards. Please arrange this with us in advance.

Question 11

Where do you inspect and collect cars?

Accepted Answer

We can view your car at your home, workplace or another convenient location anywhere in Dublin, by appointment. Viewings outside Dublin may be possible by agreement. You can also come to us in Skerries or Rathfarnham by appointment. Collection is free throughout Leinster after the purchase is agreed.

Question 12

How quickly will I hear back?

Accepted Answer

We aim to respond within one business day, Monday to Saturday. If you have not seen our reply, please check your spam or junk folder.

Question 13

How long is an offer valid?

Accepted Answer

Our offers normally remain valid for three days, provided the vehicle, history and documents match the information supplied.

Question 14

How will I be paid?

Accepted Answer

Payment is made by AIB bank transfer only. The funds are confirmed before you hand over the car, keys or documents.

Question 15

What happens to the ownership?

Accepted Answer

We complete the dealer ownership transfer immediately through Motortrans and email you a receipt and transfer confirmation.

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