Brand Guide
How to sell a Land Rover
The full playbook for selling a Land Rover for top dollar without dealer trade-in haircuts, auction wait times, or transaction friction.
Why sellers come to us for Land Rover
Range Rover SV Autobiography, Range Rover Sport SVR, Defender V8 and 90 SVX. Owners come to us when they want certainty and speed without giving up the meaningful price spread that dealer trade-ins demand. Our offers on Land Rover cars typically come in 8 to 18 percent below current retail, which is 15 to 30 percent above what Land Rover franchise dealers offer on trade-in.
What we look for in a Land Rover
Every Land Rover we underwrite goes through the same checks:
- VIN verification. The 17-character VIN is required at submission. We check NHTSA records, title history through NMVTIS, accident and damage history, and manufacturer service records where Land Rover provides VIN-tied data (Ferrari Classiche, Porsche Heritage, Mercedes-Benz Classic Center, Aston Martin Heritage, etc.).
- Title status. Clean title in the seller's name (or seller listed as a registered owner). Active liens are fine and handled at closing.
- Service records. Complete Land Rover dealership history strongly preferred. Independent specialist records also accepted.
- Configuration documentation. Original window sticker, build sheet, factory configurator output. Bespoke commissions (factory-specified options) add value when documented.
- Mileage and condition. Documented mileage with service records. Condition photographs at the exterior, interior, engine, and undercarriage.
Current Land Rover models we acquire
We are actively buying these Land Rover models. Click any model to see specific market notes, current value bands, and a direct path to an offer.
- Range Rover SV / SV Autobiography 2022-present · ~$268K average
- Range Rover Sport SV / SVR 2015-present · ~$125K average
- Defender 90 V8 2021-present · ~$135K average
The Land Rover pricing approach
We price Land Rover cars against three reference points: the current Hagerty Price Guide value for your year and condition tier, recent comparable sales from Bring a Trailer and the major auction houses (RM Sotheby's, Gooding Christie's, Mecum), and our own wholesale and retail channel observations.
From the reconciled retail number, we adjust for mileage band, condition rating, modifications, accident history, color and option desirability, and provenance. The result is a firm dollar amount with documented basis. We will share the comparables we used if you want to see them.
Title and documentation specific to Land Rover
Land Rover cars are titled the same as any other vehicle from a DMV perspective, but the secondary market expects specific documentation:
- Original sales invoice or Monroney window sticker (modern cars)
- Complete dealership service history (essential for warranty and resale)
- Any manufacturer authenticity or heritage program certification
- Original keys (typically two), key fobs, and tool kits
- Owner's manual, navigation cards, and any factory leather portfolio
Missing documentation does not disqualify a Land Rover from acquisition, but it does reduce the resale ceiling, which reduces the offer we can extend. Bring what you have.
Common questions Land Rover owners ask
Why use you instead of trading my Land Rover at a Land Rover dealer?
Dealer trade-ins on Land Rover cars routinely come in 30 to 45 percent below retail. Our matched-buyer transactions land closer to retail (typically 5 to 12 percent below) because the buyer is buying for themselves or for retail listing, not for a wholesale auction. On a six-figure car the difference can be $30,000 to $60,000.
Who handles the title transfer in your state?
The seller and the buyer handle title transfer directly with each other per the seller's state DMV rules. We do not provide title services. If either party wants to outsource, we can recommend independent title-services partners.
Are you the buyer or are you matching me with one?
We do not buy cars. Fast Auto Exit is a marketing lead and match-making service. We connect you with qualified buyers from our private network. You and the buyer transact directly. We charge a commission from each side at closing, separately invoiced.
What is the commission for matching my Land Rover Land Rover?
Commission is invoiced separately to seller and buyer at closing. We document everything in writing before any introduction: the amount, who pays what portion, and the time window the commission applies. There are no hidden fees, listing charges, or contingencies beyond what the signed disclosure documents.
How is the price set for my Land Rover?
We are paid the same commission regardless of price, so we are not a price advocate for either side. We share the data we have and let you and the buyer work out the number directly.
Do buyers in your network buy cars with active liens?
We can flag your lien situation to buyers up front. Buyers in our network who routinely handle financed cars will see the disclosure. The lien payoff and balance wire are handled by the buyer directly, the same way a private party transaction would handle them.
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Submit your Land Rover and we will respond with a firm written offer within 24 hours.