Car Transport After Purchase
Bought a car and need it collected? 247 Road Assistance provides vehicle collection and transport for private buyers who need a newly purchased car moved from the seller to their home or another agreed destination.
Whether you have purchased from a dealer, private seller, online marketplace or vehicle auction, send us the collection and delivery details for a personalised transport quote.
Need It Collected & Delivered?
Send us the vehicle make and model, collection postcode, delivery postcode and information about the vehicle's current condition.
Please tell us whether the vehicle starts, drives, rolls and steers and whether working keys are available.
0330 043 7086Bought a Car but Cannot Collect It Yourself?
Finding the right car does not always mean finding one close to home. You may discover the vehicle you want at a dealership, through a private seller or at an auction located many miles away.
Travelling to collect the vehicle yourself can mean arranging transport to the seller, finding a second driver or making a long journey in a vehicle you have only recently purchased.
247 Road Assistance can assess collection and transport requests for newly purchased vehicles and deliver them to an agreed destination.
For broader transport requirements, see our car towing and vehicle transport service.
We Can Assess Collections From
- Car dealerships
- Independent motor traders
- Private sellers
- Online vehicle purchases
- Vehicle auctions
- Other agreed collection locations
Why Arrange Transport After Buying a Car?
There are many reasons why having a newly purchased vehicle professionally transported may be more practical than collecting and driving it yourself.
The Vehicle Is Far Away
The right vehicle may be located a considerable distance from your home. Professional transport can avoid a lengthy collection journey.
You Cannot Collect It
Work, family commitments or travel arrangements may make it difficult to collect the vehicle personally.
You Need Home Delivery
A purchased vehicle can potentially be collected from the seller and transported directly to your home or another agreed destination.
The Condition Is Uncertain
You may prefer not to make a long first journey in a recently purchased used vehicle whose mechanical condition is not fully known to you.
The Vehicle Does Not Run
A project car, repair vehicle or mechanically faulty purchase may need professional recovery rather than being driven.
You Bought at Auction
Vehicles purchased through auctions may need collecting within the provider's current collection arrangements and transported to your chosen destination.
Already Bought the Vehicle?
Send us the collection postcode, delivery postcode, vehicle details and condition for a personalised transport quote.
Car Collection from a Dealership
You may find the car you want at a dealership located far from home, making personal collection inconvenient.
Subject to the individual transport requirements, a purchased vehicle can be collected from an agreed dealership location and transported to your home or another suitable destination.
Before arranging collection, make sure the purchase is complete and the dealership has confirmed that the vehicle is ready to be released for collection.
Before Dealer Collection
- Complete the vehicle purchase
- Confirm the vehicle is ready
- Confirm collection arrangements
- Provide dealer contact details
- Provide the collection postcode
- Provide the delivery postcode
- Tell us the vehicle make and model
Transporting a Car Bought from a Private Seller
Private vehicle purchases can involve travelling considerable distances to collect the car from the seller.
If you have completed the purchase and need the vehicle transported, we can assess collection from the seller's location and delivery to your agreed destination.
You should arrange the sale directly with the seller and make sure they know that a vehicle transporter will be collecting the car.
Useful Collection Information
- Seller's collection address
- Seller's contact details
- Agreed collection arrangements
- Vehicle make and model
- Vehicle condition
- Key availability
- Access for vehicle collection
Bought a Car Online and Need It Collected?
Online listings make it possible to find vehicles throughout the UK, but buying further from home can create a practical problem when it comes to collection.
Once you have completed your own purchase arrangements with the seller, professional vehicle transport can provide a practical way to move the car to your chosen destination.
247 Road Assistance provides the collection and transport service. We do not inspect the vehicle on your behalf, verify its condition or handle the purchase transaction between you and the seller.
Before Buying Online
- Carry out your own vehicle checks
- Confirm the seller's identity
- Confirm the vehicle details
- Complete your purchase arrangements
- Agree collection with the seller
- Tell us about known vehicle faults
Transporting a Vehicle Bought at Auction
If you have purchased a vehicle through an auction, professional transport can help move it from the collection site to your home, garage or another agreed destination.
Auction providers have their own current payment, release and collection procedures. You should confirm that the vehicle has been properly released and is ready for third-party collection before arranging transport.
For more information, visit our dedicated auction vehicle collection page.
Before Auction Collection
- Complete payment requirements
- Confirm the vehicle is released
- Check current collection procedures
- Confirm third-party collection requirements
- Provide accurate vehicle details
- Provide collection information
Different Types of Newly Purchased Vehicle Collection
The exact transport requirements depend on where you bought the vehicle, its current condition and where you need it delivered.
Dealer to Home
Collect a purchased vehicle from an agreed dealership location and transport it to your home or another suitable destination.
Private Seller to Home
Arrange collection after completing a vehicle purchase directly with a private seller.
Auction to Home
Transport an auction purchase once the vehicle is released and ready for collection.
Seller to Garage
A newly purchased vehicle requiring inspection or repair can potentially be transported directly to an agreed garage or workshop.
Long-Distance Collection
Arrange transport when the vehicle you have purchased is located a significant distance from home.
Non-Running Purchases
Vehicles purchased as projects or with mechanical faults may require recovery rather than conventional collection and driving.
Bought a Car Hundreds of Miles Away?
Shopping across a wider area can give you access to more vehicles, but it can also leave you with a long journey to collect your purchase.
Professional vehicle transport can remove the need to travel to the seller and then drive the newly purchased vehicle all the way home.
Longer journeys are assessed individually according to the collection and delivery locations, vehicle type and vehicle condition.
For further information, see our long-distance vehicle transport service.
For a Long-Distance Quote
- Collection postcode
- Delivery postcode
- Vehicle make and model
- Vehicle condition
- Running or non-running
- Key availability
- Known loading issues
Bought a Car That Does Not Run?
Some buyers intentionally purchase non-running vehicles as projects, for restoration or because they plan to carry out repairs.
A vehicle that does not start may still roll and steer normally, but others can have seized brakes, locked wheels or other faults that affect loading.
Tell us the vehicle's condition when requesting your quote so the recovery requirements can be assessed.
Visit our non-runner vehicle recovery page for more information.
For Non-Running Purchases
- Does the vehicle start?
- Does it roll freely?
- Does it steer normally?
- Are any wheels locked?
- Are the brakes seized?
- Are tyres inflated?
- Are working keys available?
Bought a Vehicle with No Working Key?
A vehicle purchased without working keys can require additional recovery planning.
Depending on the vehicle, the steering may remain locked, the transmission may be in Park or an electronic parking brake may be engaged.
Always tell us before collection if working keys are unavailable. See our no-key vehicle recovery page for further information.
No-Key Considerations
- Vehicle access
- Steering lock
- Transmission position
- Electronic parking brake
- Wheel movement
- Loading requirements
Tell Us Exactly What Vehicle You Have Purchased
Vehicle size, weight, drivetrain and condition can all affect transport requirements. Provide the exact make and model when requesting a quote.
Cars
Transport requirements can be assessed for suitable passenger cars purchased from dealers, private sellers, auctions and other agreed sources.
Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles can have specific recovery and transport considerations. See our electric vehicle and EV recovery page.
4x4s & SUVs
Larger vehicles may have additional size, weight and drivetrain considerations. Visit our 4x4 and SUV recovery page.
Vehicle Transport Is Not a Pre-Purchase Inspection
247 Road Assistance provides vehicle collection and transport. We do not automatically inspect or verify the mechanical condition, history, identity, ownership or description of a vehicle on behalf of the buyer as part of the transport service.
You should carry out your own appropriate checks and satisfy yourself with the vehicle and seller before completing a purchase.
Where possible, provide accurate information about any known faults, damage or mobility problems before collection, as these can affect the recovery and loading requirements.
How to Arrange Collection of Your New Vehicle
Complete Your Purchase
Make your own purchase arrangements with the dealer, seller or auction provider and confirm the vehicle can be released.
Send Vehicle Details
Provide the make and model along with accurate information about the vehicle's condition.
Provide Both Postcodes
Send the collection postcode and delivery postcode so the transport journey can be assessed.
Arrange Collection
Subject to the transport requirements and availability, collection and delivery arrangements can then be confirmed.
Request a Personalised Vehicle Transport Quote
There is no single fixed price for transporting every newly purchased vehicle.
The cost can depend on the collection location, delivery destination, journey distance, vehicle type, size, weight and condition, along with any additional loading requirements.
Send us the details of your newly purchased vehicle and the journey for a personalised transport quote.
Quote Factors May Include
- Collection postcode
- Delivery postcode
- Journey distance
- Vehicle make and model
- Vehicle size and weight
- Vehicle condition
- Whether the vehicle starts
- Whether the vehicle rolls
- Whether it steers normally
- Key availability
- Loading requirements
- Collection access
- Delivery access
Car Transport After Purchase FAQs
Can you collect a car I have just bought?
We can assess vehicle collection and transport requests after you have purchased a car. Provide the collection location, delivery destination, vehicle details and information about its condition when requesting a quote.
Can you collect a car from a dealership?
A purchased vehicle can potentially be collected from an agreed dealership location once the purchase is complete and the dealer has confirmed that the vehicle is ready for collection.
Can you collect a car from a private seller?
Private seller collections can be assessed once you have completed your purchase arrangements and agreed the collection details with the seller.
Can you collect a car I bought online?
If you have completed the purchase directly with the seller, we can assess transport from the agreed collection location to your chosen destination. The transport service does not include inspecting or verifying the vehicle before purchase.
Can you collect a vehicle I bought at auction?
Auction vehicle collection can be assessed once the vehicle has been properly released and is available for collection. You should check the auction provider's current payment, release and third-party collection procedures.
Can you transport the car directly to my home?
Depending on access and the individual transport requirements, a purchased vehicle can potentially be delivered to your home or another suitable agreed destination.
Can you transport a newly purchased car over a long distance?
Long-distance purchased vehicle transport can be assessed based on the collection postcode, delivery postcode, vehicle type and vehicle condition.
Can you collect a non-running car I have bought?
Non-running vehicle purchases can potentially be recovered. Tell us whether the vehicle rolls and steers and about any seized brakes, locked wheels or other loading issues.
Can you collect a purchased vehicle without working keys?
No-key vehicles may require additional recovery assessment because locked steering, transmission systems or electronic parking brakes can affect loading. Tell us before collection if working keys are not available.
Do you inspect the vehicle before I buy it?
The vehicle transport service does not automatically include a pre-purchase inspection or verification of the vehicle's condition. You should carry out your own appropriate checks before completing the purchase.
How much does car transport after purchase cost?
Pricing depends on the individual transport job. Factors can include collection and delivery locations, journey distance, vehicle type, size, weight, condition and any additional loading requirements. Contact us for a personalised quote.
What information do you need for a quote?
Provide the vehicle make and model, collection postcode, delivery postcode and accurate information about whether the vehicle starts, drives, rolls and steers. Tell us whether working keys are available and about any known faults that could affect loading.
Bought a Car and Need It Collected?
Send us the vehicle details, collection postcode, delivery postcode and current condition. Contact 247 Road Assistance for a personalised car transport after purchase quote.