Can I Sell My Car Without Registration?

You can sell an unregistered car in Canberra. While unregistered vehicles cannot be legally driven on public roads without an Unregistered Vehicle Permit (UVP), selling your unregistered car for cash or salvage is simple when transported via flatbed tow truck.

Proof of Ownership Is Essential

While registration is not required to sell, Canberra Car Buyer requires proof that you legally own the vehicle for business verification. Acceptable proof includes:

• A current or expired registration certificate in your name
• An original purchase receipt or transfer of ownership document
• Photo ID matching the ownership document

Without proof of ownership, reputable buyers will decline the sale to prevent purchasing stolen vehicles.

Handling Number Plates for Unregistered Vehicles

For unregistered vehicles or when cancelling registration, remove the licence plates and return them to Access Canberra. This formally cancels the registration record with the government and allows you to request any applicable registration refund.

Complete the Notice of Disposal

In the ACT, vehicle sellers lodge a Notice of Disposal (NOD) with Access Canberra after disposing of a vehicle. This can be done online or at an Access Canberra service centre. The seller submits the NOD to notify the government of the sale — we provide our buyer details to help you complete this step easily.

What Happens on Pickup Day

When Canberra Car Buyer arrives at your address, our driver will:

1. Verify your ID and ownership documentation
2. Conduct a quick physical inspection of the vehicle
3. Help you verify the seller paperwork and provide our buyer details on the spot
4. Transfer your agreed payment via bank transfer or cash
5. Load the vehicle onto our flatbed and tow it away

The entire process usually takes under 30 minutes.