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Sell Your Classic

We understand that selling a car can often feel like a daunting, time-consuming, and sometimes unpleasant process. That’s why we’re here to change that. With our expertise and personalized service, we are here to make selling your classic car a smooth and hassle-free experience from start to finish. Don’t just take our word for it—head over to our Testimonial section below to see how easy and stress-free the process can really be.

We believe in offering the best prices for the right cars in the UK. We’re specifically looking for fully restored, restored, or exceptional original examples. If you’re looking to sell your Classic Mustang, Shelby, Chevrolet, Corvette, Pontiac, Dodge or any other remarkable classic from the 1950s, 1960s, or 1970s, please get in touch with Adrian and Sam.

If you have something extraordinary, we would also love to hear from you.

We understand that every seller has unique needs, which is why we offer several flexible options for selling your car:

Direct Purchase – This is our preferred method. At Retro Classic Car, we like to own the cars we sell, ensuring we have control over their presentation and care. If you have a car that’s fully restored, in amazing original condition, or a restomod that meets our high standards, please get in touch. We strive to provide the best prices for the right cars, ensuring a fair and transparent transaction every time.

Consignment Sales – For our existing customers, we offer a tailored consignment agreement. Our consignment service ensures that your car gets the exposure it deserves while giving you a clear path to the best possible price. We treat consignment cars with the same dedication and care as those we personally own, ensuring they are marketed and sold to the right buyer.

Part Exchange – We’re always open to part exchange. If you’re looking to upgrade or simply want to exchange your existing vehicle for something else from our stock, we’re happy to discuss the value of your car and work out a trade-in deal that works for you.

Storage 

We also offer long-term secure indoor storage for your vehicle, get in touch with us for more details.

We pride ourselves on being the UK’s leading and highest-rated American classic and muscle car dealership. Whether you are selling your car outright or exploring part-exchange or consignment options, we try our best to make the process easy, transparent, and stress-free.

Please get in touch with Adrian or Sam to discuss further.

Telephone

Call Adrian07939 511 180

Call Sam07930 007 151

Email

Adrianinfo@retroclassiccar.com

Samsam@retroclassiccar.com

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    Testimonials

    “I would just like to say what a superb service Retro Classic Car provided from their first enquiry into buying my beautiful classic Mustang, right up until the moment they inspected and collected it. They paid an excellent, no quibble price and paid instantly as promised. I couldn’t recommend them more highly in terms of courtesy and professionalism.”

    John Headley

    “From the moment I first spoke to Adrian, to discuss selling my late father’s Mustang, he was a pleasure to deal with. It’s never an easy thing to sell a car that’s over 45 years old and entirely unique, and I had some bad experiences with people trying to take advantage of my situation, but Adrian was completely supportive, guided me through the options and stuck to every promise. He helped arrange transportation of the car, we came to a good deal that worked for both parties and payment was immediate. Very trustworthy, great to deal with and highly recommend these guys.”

    Simon Spaull

    “My experience through the whole process of selling and acquiring a vehicle through Retro Classic Car has been faultless. Adrian and Sam have some of the most beautiful cars on the market, and are consummate gentlemen. They treated me with integrity and patience throughout the process and cushioned the blow of losing the Cobra by providing a fantastic Mustang in part-exchange. All I can say to Anyone looking to source a classic car of any kind is deal with these guys. They are brilliant. Even if you live 300 miles away, it is worth it! I will definitely go back for my next American Classic- I cannot recommend them highly enough!”

    Paul Knight

    “I recently sold my much loved Corvette to Sam & Adrian at Retro. What can I say, this company was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Refreshing to find a business who act with such honesty, professionalism, and so polite and attentive. It was an extremely easy process from start to finish with such clear correspondence, prompt payment and good intent. I would, without any hesitation, recommend Retro Classic Car to anyone looking to sell or hopefully buy a genuine high quality American muscle car or any car for that matter. I am confident when I am back in the market, they will be my first port of call!”

    Martin Crayden

    “Retro Classic Car purchased my 1955 Ford Thunderbird out of my private collection. We discussed the car over the phone and email and I provided many detailed photographs, so that they could see exactly what it was before they travelled 200 miles south to view the car. We agreed a price. The guys came when they said they would, approved the car, paid the agreed price and I was paid the same day. Absolutely no messing – I could not have asked for more. It was a pleasure doing business with them and I am sure that we will do more deals in the future. Retro Classic Car are friendly, professional and genuine. They are also true enthusiasts of classic Detroit Iron!”

    Danny Mills

    “From start to finish it has been a pleasure dealing with Sam in selling him my classic mustang. Both parties were pleased with the price offered and it’s been a prompt and hassle free transaction. Also reassuring to know what was once a family pride and joy has gone to a business that is passionate about American classics and will undoubtedly find it a new owner that will love and cherish it as much as we have.”

    James Murray

    “Just sold my 1960 Corvette C1 to Sam & Adrian at Retro Classic Car and must say they were a delight to deal with. They gave me what I considered to be a fair price and made the whole process easy and enjoyable. If ever I was to buy another classic these are the guys I would turn to – Fantastic”

    David Eddleston

    “What a pleasure it was to sell our cherished classic to Sam and the team. Their passion and enthusiasm for classic vehicles was clear from the start of the process. Communication was clear and effective throughout and we had some great banter along the way. I would highly trust and recommend Retro classic to anyone with a love of high quality vintage and classic vehicles.”

    Richard Walker

    “We recently sold our classic Mustang to Retro Classic Car. They made the whole process so easy and hassle free from the first contact to collection. They are professional, knowledgeable and always helpful. They offer a fantastic service for either buying or selling your classic car and we would not hesitate to deal with them again in the future. Thanks so much to Adrian and Sam and also to Brian who collected our car, genuinely lovely people.”

    David Cutts

    “Always brilliant service from Adrian and Sam at Retro Classic Car, its always a pleasure to do business with them, I have sold two cars with them and they are professional from start to finish, I couldn’t recommend this company enough, have a look round their showroom its fantastic, full of interesting vehicles and lots to talk about, everybody is made to feel very welcome and their knowledge and interest in cars is superb.”

    Dave & Jayne Watson

    “I have now sold two cars to Retro Classic Car and can testify that they were a pleasure to deal with and took all of the potential stress out of the selling process. It’s the first time that I have sold any classic cars in this way, but I can definitely recommend them based on my own experience and I feel that I received a very fair price for both cars.
    If you have a classic of the type they sell and it’s in exceptional condition, I would definitely give them a try.”

    Richard R

    “Adrian and Sam were a pleasure to deal with when we sold our classic Mustang to them. Very open and friendly and with huge knowledge of the classic market and overall ownership experience. They’ve got a great showroom in a beautiful village and I’d highly recommend visiting them whether buying a classic or selling your pride and joy. Thanks again”

    Lee & Elizabeth Crosby

    “Smooth, friendly and professional approach to selling your vehicle. Customer service and marketing including fastidious vehicle preparation, excellent photos and a quality sales video is the best I’ve ever come across! Sold the car quickly and with instant payment, post sale 5 * service, highly recommended!

    Mark Brown

    “Great guys to deal with, great communication and understanding. Selling my car was no problem, collected and payed for as promised. Wouldn’t hesitate to do business again”

    Ian Bruce

    “It was a pleasure to deal with Sam and his father Adrian and put together a deal on a late model Mustang , clearly gents from the outset and would have no hesitation in dealing or recommending them in the future. A great father and son team with a passion for the business they clearly love. All the best guys”

    Mike Neal

    “Sold my Roush Mustang to Retro Classic Car, would highly recommend them, both fair and honest and made selling my car very easy thanks guys”

    Christopher Spencer 

    “I would highly recommend Retro Classic Car, Adrian and Sam are great to deal with. I have bought and sold cars through Adrian and have been very happy with both processes. I look forward to buying my next classic car in the future from them!”

    Ben Young

    “Retro Classic Car were a joy to deal with. Selling a car can be a nightmare, but they made the sale process very easy. I would highly recommend them.”

    James Potter

    “Just waved my 1965 Mustang good bye on a low loader after twelve years of ownership. The sale to Retro Classic car went very smoothly, mostly because of my interaction with Adrian and Sam, especially when they visited to view the car. From my first phone call I was impressed by the friendliness and professional approach they showed during the whole process of the sale. I have no hesitation in recommending the company and judging by the other reviews I am not the only one.
    Hope to pop in one day for a cup of tea. Regards another Adrian.”

    Adrian Read

    “Great to deal with, good honest guys. Hope to do more business in the future.”

    Chad Donnor

    “Adrian and Sam are very friendly and easy to deal with, they do what they say and made buying my car very easy and smooth, thanks so much.”

    Mike Smith

    “An absolute pleasure to deal with Retro Classics, Adrian and Sam are knowledgeable, professional and above all extremely personable and helpful. They kept me informed at all times in regard to the car and the quality of photos , video and advertising must be second to none. I can’t recommend these guys and this company to highly, many thanks.”

    Ian Gibson