Looking to sell?
Use Berrybrook Steam & Classics to help you sell your vehicle
With nearly two decades of experience in the advertising and sale of traction engines and historic vehicles here at Berrybrook Steam & Classics, we are well equipped to advertise and sell your steam or classic vehicle, whatever it may be.
We are a family-owned business in its fourth generation of ownership and with the family origins in the sale of motorcycles stretching back to 1953. As a company, we continue to grow and are pleased to be taking on a growing portfolio of sales vehicles. This page will highlight exactly what we trade in and the ways we can help you sell.
Our areas of expertise include:
- Miniature Steam Traction Engines of all sizes
- Full-Size Traction Engines plus related steam engines
- Historic Vehicles including cars, motorcycles and others*
- Steam Cars and Boats
- Traction Waggons, Living Vans, Threshing Drums and related equipment
We are set up to be flexible in our advertising. Outside of our areas of specialism, we frequently make use of our advertising to sell some more unusual items and vehicles for clients. If you have a rare or difficult to categorise vehicle you think we may be able to help with, do give us a call today on 01392 833301.
Not sure what it is? Send us some photos to [email protected] (or WhatsApp 01392 833301) and we would be happy to help!
What are your options with selling your vehicle using Berrybrook Steam & Classics?
We typically offer three options for the sale of your steam or classic vehicle. Which option we go with depends on your preference and the particulars of the vehicle in question. We will always give an honest opinion about which option we feel will suit your needs and not all options will always be applicable – we always recommend giving us a call first, on 01392 833301, to discuss how we can help!
Option 1: We can cash buy your vehicle at a competitive trade price for resale.
This often yields the lowest amount to you as a seller; however, it is a quick and easy sale with no hassle and cashes in the vehicle for a fair price without any further involvement from you. This option is available only at our discretion and may not be available on every vehicle offered to us – it is typically reserved for miniature traction engines however we often hold a stock of classic vehicles too. If it is not an option, we will be able to discuss with you which of the other two options would be most suitable.
If you are thinking of staying in the hobby – have you thought about offering your current vehicle in a part-exchange to help fund your next purchase? A variation of the cash buy option which uses your existing vehicle to help fund the next one! Check out our current stock for sale and speak to us if you would like to find out more…
Option 2: Our off-site commission sale option.
We can advertise through our multi-platform channels and deal with enquiries on your behalf, but with the vehicle remaining at your premises. This means you will handle viewings passed onto you following our vetting process which is our attempt to ensure all parties visiting the vehicle have a genuine interest in purchasing. We will handle negotiations on your behalf and can be available for the viewing if you feel more comfortable with this – this process can also be conducted remotely meaning no distance is too far.
All commission fees are only paid at point of sale and are usually prearranged before advertising commences with documentation in place prior to advert launch. The full commission fee typically operates on a no sale, no fee basis**. This option is usually best suited to some of the larger vehicles we advertise, including locomotives and traction engines. It is not offered for cars, motorcycles or miniature steam engines as we will always want to check them over in our workshop prior to handover to the final buyer.
Option 3: Our on-site commission sale option. The most popular choice!
Our second commission sale option is to base the vehicle at our premises for us to deal with the sale in its entirety. We will advertise through multiple channels as well as handling enquiries and viewings at our premises near Exeter. The fees and processes are explained prior to consignment and always outlined in documentation to protect the seller. Every vehicle we sell is different – this means every sale is different and commission arrangements tend to be bespoke to suit your needs and vehicle type.
Sellers usually find this final option is the most effective way of selling with us and is often the one which yields the greatest amount for the seller whilst allowing for negotiation to ensure the buyer pays a fair price too. The commission is only paid at point of sale and usually comes from the proceeds of the sale. For specific details in your case, call us today on 01392 833301. The commission fee itself typically operates on a no sale, no fee basis**. Collection/delivery is usually negotiated to suit all parties although is often included or heavily subsidised.
Why choose Berrybrook Steam & Classics?
We pride ourselves on our professionalism, and our discreetness where appropriate, when working on our clients’ behalf to sell a vehicle. We are also proud of our hassle-free attitude to cash buying vehicles.
Upon entry onto our books, we make sure you are happy with every step of the process. If the vehicle is on-site, it is stored securely, and we will carry out the photography and produce a written piece for the advertising. If you decide to keep it at your premises, we will advertise to our large audience using similar materials.
Our advertising reach is multi-platform and makes use of our own, well-followed website, email subscribers, social media, presence at shows and magazine advertising.
We have links all over the world and are experts arranging delivery of vehicles internationally – no distance is too large. We operate a low-loader for transport of heavier machines and a fleet of vans with trailers for smaller vehicles; all of which regularly deliver all over the UK and beyond.
We are a well-known and respected name in the steam traction engine community and a growing name in broader, historic vehicle circles.
How do I go forward?
The best way to decide what will work for you is to give us a call today on 01392 833301 for a confidential, no obligation chat about your vehicle.
We respect that, as every vehicle we deal with is unique, most require a bespoke service to advertise to the right places and get the sale you would like.
To talk to us about selling your steam or classic vehicle today, give us a call on +44(0)1392 833301 or email [email protected].
*our specialism is in vehicles classed under the historic tax band, so older than 40 years since year of registration. For any newer vehicles you feel may fit our portfolio, or enquiries regarding newer Morgan options, do still give us a call on the same phone number, +44 (0) 1392 833301.
** Terms and conditions apply. All details regarding payment and termination of any agreements are explained in writing prior to any advertising commencing, including fees payable should a sale need to be cancelled. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have at any point during the process.
