Cash for Old Cars - Get a Fair AI-Powered Offer in 30 Minutes

Still on the fence? Here's a thought — every month you keep that old car, you're paying rego, insurance, and giving up a parking spot for something you've already mentally moved on from.
Auto-Sell.ai makes the decision an easy one. We pay real cash for old cars across Australia, and the process is nothing like what you'd expect. Our AI analyses your vehicle against live market data — what that make and model is actually selling for right now, what the parts are worth, what the going rate is in your area — and delivers a genuine offer in 30 minutes. Accept it and we collect the car for free, wherever it's sitting, and pay you via OSKO the same day. No tyre-kickers. No dealer trade-in theatre. No weeks of Marketplace listings and no-shows.
If you want to sell a car for cash in Australia without the drama, this is how it's done.

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How Much Cash Can You Get for an Old Car?

More than a dealer will offer you. That's not a marketing line — it's just how the maths works.

When you trade an old car in at a dealership, the sales manager prices it at wholesale. They need to inspect it, recondition it, sit on it for weeks while it ties up yard space, and sell it at retail — all while covering their overheads. That margin comes off your offer. It's not personal; it's their business model. Our AI has no reconditioning costs, no yard space, no retail markup to recover. It values your car against real data — recent private sales, live auction results, current parts demand for your specific make and model, and real-time market conditions. A 2008 Toyota Camry with 180,000 km might surprise you. A 2006 Holden Commodore with high km still has a strong parts market behind it because there are so many of them on Australian roads.

You get a fair number. No negotiation. No back-and-forth. OSKO payment same day.

What Affects the Value of Your Old Car?

Year and odometer reading

Age and km together tell a more accurate story than either alone. A 15-year-old car with 80,000 km is a different proposition to one with 300,000.

Make and model demand

Some older cars have thriving parts markets and active secondhand demand. Others are harder to move. The AI knows which is which for your specific vehicle, right now.

Overall condition

Running and driveable versus non-running, cosmetic wear, mechanical issues. All of these factor into the quote. None of them disqualify you.

Whether it's still registered

A registered car is easier to sell privately, so it often commands a slight premium. But unregistered old cars are bought without hesitation — we just need proof of ownership.

Will I Get More Selling Privately vs Through Auto-Sell.ai?

Honestly? Possibly, if the car is in great condition and you have time and patience. A well-presented, well-priced private listing can exceed what any cash buyer offers. That's the trade-off: maximum return for maximum effort and time.

For an older car — especially one with high km, cosmetic wear, or any mechanical issues — the private sale path gets harder fast. You'll deal with lowball offers, buyers who don't show up, people who want a pre-purchase inspection, and the legal paperwork that comes with private transfers in your state. Most people who go down that road end up taking less than they would have if they'd just got an AI quote on day one.

3 Ways to Sell Your Old Car — And Why One Wins Every Time

Option 1

Private Sale

The Upside

If everything goes right, you could get close to market value.

The Reality

You'll spend time writing a listing, answering calls and messages, dealing with buyers who don't show up, facilitating test drives with strangers, negotiating back down from your asking price, and handling the legal transfer paperwork yourself. For a newer car in great condition, this effort can pay off. For an older car with high km or any issues, you're competing with a lot of similar listings — and the offers will reflect that.

Best For

Newer cars in great condition, owners with plenty of time.

Option 2

Trade In at a Dealership

The Upside

Convenient. One trip, one transaction.

The Reality

Dealers price trade-ins at wholesale. They factor in the cost to recondition, transport, advertise, and sit on the car until it sells. That all comes off your offer. You'll typically walk away with significantly less than private sale or AI valuation — and there's no transparent breakdown of how they arrived at the number.

Best For

People who are already buying another car from the same dealer and want the simplicity of a single transaction.

Option 3

Sell to Auto-Sell.ai

The Upside

AI-generated fair market offer in 30 minutes. No negotiation. Free pickup. OSKO payment same day.

The Reality

Same as the upside. There's no catch. You're not going to love it if your car is in genuinely excellent condition and you have six weeks to spare — because you might eke out a bit more privately. But for most people selling an older car, this is the option that makes the most sense.

Best For

Anyone who wants a fair price without the drama, admin, or waiting.

How to Sell My Old Car for Cash 3 Steps, Done Today

Tell Us About Your Old Car (2 Minutes)

Fill out the online form — rego, make, model, kilometre reading, and a quick description of the condition. Photos are optional but welcome if you've got them. No phone call required. The AI takes your details and gets to work.

Your AI-Powered Offer Arrives in 30 Minutes

This isn't a "call us for a quote" situation. In 30 minutes, a real, data-driven offer lands — based on what your specific car is worth in the current market. You can take it or leave it. Zero pressure, zero obligation.

Free Pickup, Same-Day OSKO Payment

Accept the offer and we'll organise collection from wherever the car is — your driveway, your street, your workplace. If it's not driveable, we bring a tow truck at no charge. When the team arrives, your OSKO payment goes through. The car leaves. The money arrives. Done.

Get My Free Offer — Paid Today via OSKO

We Buy Old Cars of All Ages, Makes and Conditions

There is no age limit on the cars we buy. If you want to sell it, we'll give you a quote.

High-km vehicles

200,000 km, 300,000 km. Doesn't matter. High km factors into the quote, it doesn't cancel the offer.

Cars over ten years old

The sweet spot for most people selling old cars is the 10-20 year range. These vehicles still have active parts markets and real value.

Non-running old cars

Engine won't turn over, transmission is gone, battery's dead. We buy non-runners and tow them free.

Unregistered old cars

Rego lapsed years ago? Bring proof of ownership and you're sorted.

Cosmetically rough

A car that looks rough but runs fine is often worth more than people expect. The AI sees past the dents.

End-of-life vehicles

Cars that have genuinely reached the end of their usable life still have metal and parts value. Don't dump it — get paid for it.

All Makes and Models — Including Discontinued Brands

Toyota, Mazda, Hyundai, Nissan, Ford, Kia, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Honda, Volkswagen — if it was sold here, we buy it.

And Holden deserves a special mention. Holden is gone as a brand, but there are still hundreds of thousands of Commodores, Captivas, Cruzes, Colorados, and Astra hatchbacks on Australian roads. The parts market for Holden vehicles remains strong because owners of running Holdens still need parts. If you've got an old Holden sitting there and assumed it was worth nothing because the brand is dead — think again. Get a quote.

Sedans, utes, wagons, SUVs, hatchbacks, vans, 4WDs — all vehicle types welcome.

Why Auto-Sell.ai

The Smarter Way to Sell an Old Car

AI Valuation — Fair Market Price, Not a Dealer's Margin

Every other buyer in this space has a margin they're protecting. A dealer needs room to recondition and resell. A wrecker buys at the lowest price the market will accept. Our AI isn't buying to resell — it's calculating what the market actually says your car is worth and offering you that number. No margin skimming. No starting low and hoping you bite.

Same-Day OSKO — Your Money Before We Drive Away

OSKO is instant. Not "processed today, available in 2–3 business days." Not a cheque you need to bank and wait on. Instant transfer, your bank account, while our team is still standing in your driveway. The car goes and the money arrives at the same time.

Free Pickup Australia-Wide — We Come to You

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra — every metro area is covered. So is every regional city, country town, and rural property in between. There is no collection fee, no transport surcharge, and no last-minute deductions from the quoted amount on the day of pickup.

No Repairs, No Cleaning, No Staging

People selling old cars privately often spend money getting the car ready — a service, a detail, maybe a small repair — to justify their asking price. With Auto-Sell.ai, none of that is necessary. Sell it exactly as it sits. The AI accounts for condition. You don't need to invest in a car you're trying to get rid of.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Selling Your Old Car for Cash

How old does a car have to be for you to buy it?

There's no minimum or maximum age. Whether it's ten years old or twenty-five, if you've got an old car you want to sell, submit the details and our AI will give you a quote.

Do you buy old cars that still run?

Yes — and a running car typically fetches a better price than a non-runner because it has more options: parts, resale, export. The AI accounts for this. A driveable old car is a good thing.

Can I sell my old car if it's unregistered?

Yes. You don't need current registration. You'll need proof of identity and proof that the car is yours — expired rego papers, a title document, or similar. If you're unsure what you have, contact us and we'll work through it.

How is the AI quote different from what a dealer would offer?

A dealer's trade-in offer is calculated to leave them room to recondition, advertise, and resell the car at a profit. That buffer typically amounts to thousands of dollars — which come directly off what you receive. Our AI has no reconditioning budget, no sales margin, no retail price to build toward. It quotes what the market says the car is worth. Full stop.

What if my old car has some damage or mechanical issues?

It still qualifies. Cosmetic damage, minor mechanical issues, and high km all factor into the AI's calculation — they don't disqualify the car. Be upfront about the condition when you submit so the quote is accurate.

Do you operate near me?

Australia-wide. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart — and all regional and rural areas. Free towing reaches everywhere we operate.

Ready to Sell Your Old Car?
Get Your Free Quote Now.

Your old car is worth more than you think. The AI will tell you exactly how much — in the next 30 minutes, based on live market data, not a number someone pulled out of thin air.
Fair offer. Free pickup. Same-day OSKO payment. No repairs, no roadworthy, no tyre-kickers.
The car isn't gaining value sitting there. Find out what it's worth today.

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Prefer to talk to someone first? Call 0492 858 699 — our team is available Australia-wide.

CASH FOR OLD CARS

CASH FOR OLD CARS

Cash for Old Cars - Get a Fair AI-Powered Offer in 30 Minutes

How Much Cash Can You Get for an Old Car?

What Affects the Value of Your Old Car?

Will I Get More Selling Privately vs Through Auto-Sell.ai?

3 Ways to Sell Your Old Car — And Why One Wins Every Time

How to Sell My Old Car for Cash 3 Steps, Done Today

We Buy Old Cars of All Ages, Makes and Conditions

The Smarter Way to Sell an Old Car

Frequently Asked Questions — Selling Your Old Car for Cash

Ready to Sell Your Old Car?
Get Your Free Quote Now.

Ready to Get Started?

CASH FOR OLD CARS

CASH FOR OLD CARS

CASH FOR OLD CARS

Cash for Old Cars - Get a Fair AI-Powered Offer in 30 Minutes

How Much Cash Can You Get for an Old Car?

What Affects the Value of Your Old Car?

Will I Get More Selling Privately vs Through Auto-Sell.ai?

3 Ways to Sell Your Old Car — And Why One Wins Every Time

How to Sell My Old Car for Cash 3 Steps, Done Today

We Buy Old Cars of All Ages, Makes and Conditions

The Smarter Way to Sell an Old Car

Frequently Asked Questions — Selling Your Old Car for Cash

Ready to Sell Your Old Car?Get Your Free Quote Now.

Ready to Get Started?

CASH FOR OLD CARS

Ready to Sell Your Old Car?
Get Your Free Quote Now.