Browse Cars vs We Buy Any Car: private sale vs instant offer
Updated 25 October 2026
We Buy Any Car is the UK's biggest car-buying service — you get a quote online, drive to an appointment, and leave with a price. It's the fastest way to sell, but a very different experience from selling privately.
Feature-by-feature
Details about We Buy Any Car are correct as far as we know as of 25 October 2026. Their prices, fees and process may change, so check their site for the latest.
When selling privately is worth it
The gap between what We Buy Any Car offers and what a private buyer will pay can be hundreds or thousands of pounds.
Browse Cars is free to list. We Buy Any Car deducts a fee (currently around £50) from the price they pay you.
We Buy Any Car's online quote is indicative — the final offer after inspection can be lower. On Browse Cars, you and the buyer agree a price face to face.
No pressure to accept a lowball inspection offer. List it for free and wait for the right buyer.
List the car for free on Browse Cars while you decide. If it doesn't sell, or you change your mind, services like We Buy Any Car will still be there. Check their quote to set a floor price.
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