Sell your van, tipper or Luton: list it free
Short answer
To sell a van privately, list it with the mileage, payload, body type and service history where van buyers look. GetBrent lists private vans free for 60 days with no selling fee, and a Boost costs 2.99 pounds. Auto Trader charges private van sellers 9.95 to 56.95 pounds per advert and eBay Motors 14.99 to 19.99 pounds, as of September 2026.
People come to GetBrent to hire and buy vans, tippers and specialist vehicles, so a private van listed here reaches buyers already in the market.
List it freeWhere to sell it: costs compared
| Where | What it costs a private seller | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GetBrent | Free for 5 items; Boost 2.99 pounds | Van buyers already searching; no selling fee |
| Auto Trader | 9.95 to 56.95 pounds per van advert (private, Sept 2026) | Priced by value band and package |
| eBay Motors | 14.99 to 19.99 pounds per listing (Sept 2026) | Plus 1% final value fee on auctions |
| Gumtree | Free to list; paid promotions reported at about 3.99 to 17.99 pounds | General classifieds |
| Facebook Marketplace | Free for local sales | General classifieds |
Other platforms' prices as published or reported in September 2026. Check each site for current fees.
What buyers look for
- Make, model, year and mileage
- Body: panel van, tipper, dropside, Luton, crew cab
- Payload and gross vehicle weight
- MOT expiry and service history
- Ply lining, racking, tow bar or tail lift
Tips for a listing that sells
- Put the length and roof height in the title (for example L2H2).
- State the gross vehicle weight - over 3,500kg needs a C1 licence.
- Photograph the load area empty.
- Include the MOT expiry date.
Free to list. 2.99 pounds to Boost. 4.99 pounds a month for up to 20.
Start sellingQuestions
How much does it cost to sell on GetBrent?
Nothing for your first 5 items. Each listing runs 60 days and renews free. A Boost puts one item at the top of its category for 30 days for 2.99 pounds, and Private Plus lets you list up to 20 items for 4.99 pounds a month. There is no fee when it sells.
Is my email or phone number shown?
No. Buyers message you through GetBrent and you reply from your own email when you choose to. Only your postcode area is shown on the listing.
Do I need a business to sell?
No. Private listings are for individuals selling their own kit, and each one carries a Private seller badge so buyers know who they are dealing with.
Also selling: trailer, plant machinery, tools.