Selling a car over 150,000 km? It's harder — but not impossible. Here's what to expect, who will buy it, and how to get the best outcome.
In the Australian used car market, vehicles are generally considered 'high km' once they exceed 150,000 km. Above 180,000 km, the pool of private buyers narrows sharply — and finance companies often won't fund these vehicles.
Despite this, high-km vehicles can still sell at reasonable prices if:
For comparison: a 180,000 km Toyota Camry with full service history will sell more easily and for more money than a 140,000 km vehicle with no service records.
Sold Fast currently buys vehicles up to 180,000 km. Vehicles over this threshold fall outside our standard buying criteria. If your car is between 150,000 and 180,000 km, be upfront in the form and we'll assess based on the specific make, model, and condition.
For vehicles over 180,000 km, your best options are:
Significantly yes. A full service history tells buyers that maintenance wasn't neglected — the primary concern with high-km cars. Vehicles without service records are much harder to sell and fetch lower prices.
Our standard maximum is 180,000 km. Between 150,000–180,000 km, we'll consider the vehicle based on make, model, condition, and service history. Call us on 1300 370 380 to discuss your specific car.
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