Are these sites any good?

[darbo1103]

I have been on a website to get a valuation on my 2001 Y reg, 126k 2.0DTi Zaffy. THey have offered a price of �1470 and arranged an appointment for tomorrow at a used car dealership in Leeds. I take my car there, they look at it and then if they are happy, complete the transaction (and possibly offer more if they think it' s worth it). They have stated that I bring the V5, proofs of id and then sign the car over to them. They will give a receipt of sale and transfer the money into my account in 3 to 4 days.

Has anybody had dealings with this type of sale as it seems a little iffy to me that I give someone, who I don't know, my car with documentation and them only get paid a few days later. Any suggestions?

[tonyav]

darbo dont hand over your car and documents unless they are going to pay you for it in cash. there are to many scams going about so if i was you i wouldnt take any risks.

[darbo1103]

Tonyav, I'm of the same opinion, unless you pay, you don't get. I wonder if they would let me take one of their cars and pay them the money in a few days. I think not!! I thought it would be too good to be true. Thanks for that

[Zax47]

I guess this is webuyyourcar or similar, in which case their offer is usually derisory! Look at Autotrader or Parkers to get a more accurate value.

[Zax47]

Forgot to say, their offer WILL go DOWN when they see your car - not up!! Guaranteed. It is a con all round, don't waste your time.

[BlackThunder]

DONT DO IT !!!!!
your car for a bit of paper !?!?!
i tell you what ill do, ill give you a piece of paper with �2000 wrote on it. would you hand your car and documents to me PLEASE !

[darbo1103]

Ok, Ok, that's enough, I surrender!!!! I promise I won't go to this place and give my car to them. Thanks for all your replies, it's been a great help in me making my decision. Best regards to you all.

[darbo1103]

I've had an offer from a dealer nearto where I live and he's offered my �1400.