You’ve been in a serious car accident and your trusty wheels are no longer road-worthy or reliable. Your car has been written off by insurers (if you’re fortunate enough to have them) and now the stress is accumulating in your neck as you think of the daunting task of selling your non-running or accident-damaged car. How will you sort out all the paperwork and get quick cash to replace your wheels?
Whatever the state of your car, there are buyers who will find value in what is no longer so valuable to you. Whether it be a reputable auto-salvage dealer or a scrap yard, there are options out there. But how will you handle the paperwork?
Here are all the documents you need to sell your damaged car:
#1 Identification
As with all sales and basically anything in life, you need to have a certified copy of your valid ID and/or driver’s license to hand over to the purchaser of your car.
#2 Vehicle registration certificate
You should have been given a copy of the car’s registration certificate when you bought the car. This is also necessary for the deregistration of your car. It is always wise to also keep a copy of the original registration certificate for safekeeping.
#3 A settlement letter
If you owe money to the bank for your car, you need a letter from the bank stating the exact amount which is still outstanding so that the purchaser is aware of this. It is not necessary if the car is paid off or was bought for cash.
#4 Deregister your vehicle
Whether your vehicle has been declared unfit to be on a public road, has been stolen, has been permanently demolished or becomes exempt from registration, it is necessary, by South African law, to deregister your vehicle.
Pay a visit to your nearest Department of Transport and submit a certified copy of your ID, a certified copy of proof of ownership of the car and the vehicle’s registration certificate.
Then complete the ADV form and the application should be processed on the same day. The service is free but penalties and arrears may be charged if the application is late.
There is an easier way…
Filling out paperwork to deregister your non-running car can be very stressful (especially if you are already trying to get around without transport and find a car replacement).
That’s why finding a reputable auto-salvage dealer is the best way to sell your damaged or non-running car. They will handle all the paperwork, provide free towing and ensure that you get the best offers for your accident-damaged car without short-changing you. And the cash is in your bank account instantly! This will help you get back on the road without too many trips to the physio.
Forget the hassle of paperwork and sell your non-running car with ease.
