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How to sell a Rolls-Royce

The full playbook for selling a Rolls-Royce for top dollar without dealer trade-in haircuts, auction wait times, or transaction friction.

Why sellers come to us for Rolls-Royce

Phantom, Wraith, Ghost, Cullinan, Dawn, and bespoke commissions. We buy current and last-generation cars. 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 Rolls-Royce cars typically come in 8 to 18 percent below current retail, which is 15 to 30 percent above what Rolls-Royce franchise dealers offer on trade-in.

What we look for in a Rolls-Royce

Every Rolls-Royce 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 Rolls-Royce 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 Rolls-Royce dealership history strongly preferred. Independent specialist records also accepted.
  • Configuration documentation. Original window sticker, build sheet, factory configurator output. Bespoke commissions (Bespoke) add value when documented.
  • Mileage and condition. Documented mileage with service records. Condition photographs at the exterior, interior, engine, and undercarriage.

Current Rolls-Royce models we acquire

We are actively buying these Rolls-Royce models. Click any model to see specific market notes, current value bands, and a direct path to an offer.

The Rolls-Royce pricing approach

We price Rolls-Royce 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 Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce 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 Rolls-Royce from acquisition, but it does reduce the resale ceiling, which reduces the offer we can extend. Bring what you have.

Common questions Rolls-Royce owners ask

How does the title transfer work?

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.

How does your service compare to a Rolls-Royce dealer trade-in?

Dealers price Rolls-Royce trade-ins to leave wholesale and reconditioning margin for themselves. Our buyer network is mostly retail-bound: collectors buying for personal use and dealers buying for retail listing. The price the buyer pays you reflects retail context, not wholesale.

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.

How does the buyer pay for my Rolls-Royce?

Direct seller-to-buyer payment. Most Rolls-Royce transactions in our network close via domestic wire transfer from the buyer to the seller. Some buyers prefer third-party escrow (Escrow.com or similar) for buyer-confidence reasons. Cashier's checks are accepted on smaller transactions. The exact method is between you and the buyer.

Do buyers in your network buy cars with active liens?

Active liens are common in our matched transactions. Disclose the lien up front in your submission. We flag it to qualified buyers as part of your listing. Most buyers handle it routinely.

Is transport included in your service?

Transport is the buyer's responsibility. After we facilitate the match, the buyer arranges and pays for enclosed transport (or any other method they prefer) directly with their chosen carrier. Sellers do not pay transport. Fast Auto Exit does not coordinate or pay for transport because we are not a counterparty to the sale.

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Submit your Rolls-Royce and we will respond with a firm written offer within 24 hours.

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Two minutes to reach our buyer network

No public listing. We confirm fit within an hour, then start matching qualified buyers from our private network.

  1. Car
  2. Condition
  3. Location
  4. Contact
The 17-character VIN is required so buyers in our network can verify the car's specs, title history, and recall status before signaling interest. Without a valid VIN we cannot match you with qualified buyers. The VIN is printed on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield, on the door jamb sticker, and on your title and registration documents.