This is a question we get asked a lot. DesperateSeller.co.uk is not a website that advertises cars from people who are "desperate" to sell their car. However, the origins of the website does adhere to this notion. DesperateSeller.co.uk was formed back in 2001 and was primarily aimed at people who had had little luck in selling their car.

These were people that were literally "desperate" to sell their car, hence the name "desperateseller". Times have changed since then and we've now become a favourite destination for people looking for used cars. What makes us different to other car classifieds websites is that we make it easier for our users to get value for their money in the form of a bargain. It's vitally important that our users can view, enquire and purchase the right car in a safe and secure environment. Therefore we provide guides with useful tips and advice on the different aspects of the car buying and selling process.

It's vitally important to us that our users have complete confidence and peace of mind when searching for cars on the DesperateSeller.co.uk website. This is why 9 out of 10 of the cars we advertise have passed a basic history check. More about history checks Not only do we want our users to have complete confidence in the cars on our website but we want them to have the best experience possible when dealing with the sellers of these cars. This is why we display a TrustPilot logo for any dealers that have a TrustPilot rating. Helping people to sell their car privately is also a big part of what we do. As we have a huge buying audience it gives private car sellers a quick and easy way of selling their car.

With a selection of over approximately 307,000 used cars to choose from, DesperateSeller.co.uk is one of the UK's leading independently run online car classifieds websites. We connect car buyers with thousands of car dealers across the entire UK. We're not just about giving users a wide selection of used cars but also about helping them find the right car for their needs while fitting neatly within their budget.

Since 2001 DesperateSeller has featured in highly respected automotive publications such as AutoExpress and CarDealerMagazine. We've also been highly recommended for an Innovation award at the MotorTrader Industry Awards. Due to our credible online history, we've become one the most respected independently run automotive websites.