SellAuto.ie

SellAuto.ie, buying cars in Ireland with an instant offer

SellAuto.ie is an Irish service dedicated to buying used vehicles that presents itself as the fastest way in the country to sell a car. Its proposition revolves around an instant valuation obtained through the website, with no obligation to sell, and a cash payment that the company states takes less than 60 minutes from acceptance of the offer, during working hours.

The company claims to buy any type of vehicle and in any condition, including cars that won't start or have damage. It handles the paperwork itself, so the seller only needs to provide their details and the team takes care of the rest.

Two ways to sell your car

The service is divided into two options with different approaches. Selling directly to SellAuto.ie is completed in under 30 minutes and paid in cash, although the company itself warns that the price obtained is lower. The alternative is a commission sale, aimed at those who are not in a hurry: here the car is typically sold within one to three weeks and the goal is to achieve the highest possible price.

In the commission option, SellAuto.ie collects the vehicle, prepares it, photographs it and advertises it both online and through its dealer network. The company handles enquiries and negotiation, while the owner approves the final price before any deal is closed. There are no upfront costs: a commission agreed between both parties is paid, and only once the car has been sold.

Vehicle preparation and buyer network

Preparation before sale includes cleaning and detailing, minor repairs at the customer's request and professional-quality photographs. The advert is published on online channels and shared with the associated dealer network. According to the company, buyers who come through this channel get a guarantee and financing options, which makes the vehicle more attractive than in a private sale and is reflected in the final price achieved.

Valuation and offer conditions

Valuations combine automated machine-learning models with continuous human checks, according to the company. The offer is completely non-binding: users can explore offers with no obligation to sell and, if they are not happy with the price, request a manual review via WhatsApp or email. For vehicles with faults or damage, the purchase is made as-is, based on the condition and details declared when requesting the valuation, with no subsequent renegotiation.

Collection and delivery

SellAuto.ie offers free vehicle collection nationwide or the option to deliver it to their premises. The company has a drop-off point in Naas, and notes that leaving it there saves on commission. Collection details are arranged by phone.

Customer reviews

The site shows an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 based on customer reviews, and states it has served more than 10,000 owners.