Frequently Asked Questions – Selling Plant Machinery

Find answers to the most common questions about selling your plant machinery to Plant Machinery Trading.

How quickly can I get a valuation?

We provide free valuations within 24 hours. Simply fill out our online form with details about your machinery, and our expert team will assess your equipment and get back to you with a competitive quote.

What types of plant machinery do you buy?

We buy all types of plant machinery including excavators, dumpers, telehandlers, forklifts, rollers, dozers, backhoe loaders, skid steers, and more. Whether it's tracked or wheeled, running or non-running, we're interested. We purchase equipment from all major manufacturers including JCB, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, and many others.

Do you buy non-running or damaged machinery?

Yes. We buy machinery in all conditions. Whether your equipment is fully operational, needs repairs, or is completely non-running, we'll make you a fair offer. Our team has the expertise to assess and value machinery in any condition.

How does payment work?

Once we agree on a valuation and our collection team inspects the machinery, we release funds at the agreed price and transfer them to your account immediately — before the vehicle leaves. You'll have your money the same day we collect.

Do you offer UK-wide collection?

Yes, we provide free UK-wide collection. Our experienced logistics team will arrange a convenient time to collect your machinery from anywhere in the United Kingdom. All transportation costs are covered by us.

Can I sell machinery that's on finance?

We are happy to provide a quote on machinery that is on finance, but all finance must be cleared before we purchase. We are happy to assist in the clearing of finance agreements.

How do fleet liquidations work?

Fleet liquidations are completely hassle-free. When you submit a fleet liquidation request, we'll send one of our expert evaluators directly to your location to inspect and photograph each machine and provide a comprehensive quote for the entire fleet.

What documents do I need?

You'll typically need proof of ownership (V5C or original purchase invoice), any outstanding finance settlement letters if applicable, and service records if available. Private sellers require an address; commercial sellers require a valid VAT registration, business address, and business registration number.

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