Value My Car

Car valuations you can trust

Quick & Easy

Plug in a couple of easy details, and within 2 clicks you’re done.

Accurate

Our unique tech matches your car against live market data, providing unprecedented accuracy.

Trusted for 32 years

You can rely on SA’s leading motoring marketplace to give you a valuation you can depend on.

How it works

1 Enter vehicle details

2 Select Vehicle Spec

3 Get Your Valuation

Enter vehicle details

Simply enter your vehicle’s make and model and enter some basic details.

Select Vehicle Spec

Confirm we have correctly identified your exact car.

Get Your Valuation

Blink and you’ll miss the magic - it’s that quick!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a car valuation?

Whether you're buying or selling a car, a trusted valuation will help you know if you're buying or selling your car at the right price. Only AutoTrader uses live market data, giving you an accurate valuation based on millions of cars.

How can a car valuation help me?

An accurately priced car in line with live market data will attract potential buyers and result in a much faster sale. When buying a car, knowing what it’s really worth will help you negotiate a fair price.

Why should I Value My Car with AutoTrader?

Our car valuation tool is based on millions of live market data points, providing you with an accurate car valuation that you can trust.

What factors will decrease the value of my car?

There are a number of factors that can negatively affect the value of your car, some of which include:

Multiple previous owners
Major wear and tear
Non-functioning features
Gaps in the service history
Missing spare keys
Worn tyres
A police record on your car

What factors will increase the value of my car?

There are certain factors that are likely to increase the value of your car, some of which include:

Limited previous owners
Lower mileage than the market average
Popular factory-fitted features and vehicle trim
Full service history
Certain colours are more popular than others
Excellent condition with no major damage or broken parts

How can I increase the value of my car?

There are a few things you can do to increase your car’s asking price, some of which include:

Professionally clean your car inside and out
Check that all parts, fixtures and features are in working order
Professionally repair minor damage where possible
Ensure your service history is fully up to date
Ensure that all your paperwork is in order

What information do I need to Value My Car?

Getting a car valuation is easy. Simply fill in some of your vehicle’s details, such as the VIN number, year and mileage. Alternatively, enter details such as make, model, variant, fuel type, transmission, body shape etc. – and our smart car valuation tool will do the rest.

Can I Value My Car for free?

Absolutely. Our Car Valuation tool is 100% free.

What happens if I can't find my car or if no valuation result is presented?

Don't worry, we are here to help. We can arrange for a trusted buying partner to perform a quick check on your car at a location and time convenient to you. After that, we will be able to give you a firm obligation-free offer your car. Start the process here.

How can I sell my car once I have a valuation?

MOST CASH
Selling your car privately takes a bit longer and requires a bit more effort, but helps you yield the maximum price for your car. Assuming your car is in excellent condition, this approach may enable you to get more cash for your car compared to its trade value.
FAST
There are many companies that will make it quick and easy for you to sell your car, but what you gain in speed and convenience, you lose in price. Car buying services have effectively become a middleman between dealers and the public. Only AutoTrader connects you directly with its trusted buying partner network, giving you both speed and value.
CONVENIENT
What could be easier than driving to the dealer who currently stocks your desired car, buying it and then getting paid to leave your old car at the same venue? Not much really, but you're only getting that particular dealer’s TRADE PRICE valuation of your car. You could be getting 'short-changed'.
We recommend utilising our free selling guide before committing to a single dealership. That way you ensure you are getting the best offer.