Free inspection · On site in as little as 2 hours

We buy your car at a price you will like

Free doorstep inspection and nationwide bidding usually beat the offer you get from a local dealer. No fees, no obligation, and you get paid before handing over the keys.

  • 200+ standardised checks with a full digital report
  • Paid before handover — 70% released before pickup
Over 3 million vehicles inspected · Nationwide coverage
WHY TOMATO AUTO

Why owners hand us the keys

Every step from inspection to transfer is written down, with a firm commitment behind it — so selling your car becomes predictable.

HOW IT WORKS

Four steps, often paid the same day

Once booked, everything else is on us. You only confirm the price and your bank details.

WHAT WE BUY

Cars we buy

Petrol, hybrid or electric, private or company-owned — we inspect them all at your door.

200+ POINT INSPECTION

200+ standardised checks you can actually read

Our checklist follows the national used-car appraisal standard and is cross-checked against insurance and service records, filtering out clocked cars and major accident repairs.

Accident / flood / fire checks Engine and gearbox condition Chassis and suspension Mileage and service history Paint depth and body repairs
CONDITION GRADING

How exterior condition is graded

Just describe it honestly. The final grade is set by the inspector on site — you are never penalised for being accurate.

PRICE FACTORS

Six things decide your price

Understand the logic and you will know roughly what your car is worth.

The money lands before the keys leave

We pay first, you hand over second: 70% of the agreed price is released before pickup, the balance within 72 hours of handover.

SOLD CARS

Recently sold

Sample transactions shown for demonstration. Real prices vary with condition, region and market.

Signed on the spot, price confirmed on the spot The inspector issues the report and quote on site. Once you agree, the contract is signed — there is no last-minute renegotiation.
REVIEWS

What owners say

Feedback from sellers in different countries and with very different cars.

SERVICE NETWORK

Free doorstep service, nationwide

Thousands of certified inspectors — on site in as little as 2 hours and finished within the hour.

FAQ

Common questions

Still unsure? Our advisors are happy to help.

What is your car worth? Find out now

Fill in your details and get a reference price in 30 seconds. Nothing is charged until you accept an offer.

Free valuation