It has proven impossible to source the replacement part needed to repair my lovely C8, so it seems that I have nowhere to turn but to arrange for it to be scrapped.
Not having done anything like this before, I am following the guidance on the DVLA website and have so far accomplished the following
- transferred my car insurance policy to the new car (Citroen C1)
- registered my C8 as off the road (SORN) and it is now sitting in the driveway
- taken the private registration number off and transferred it to the V778 retention document
- received the new log book V5C which shows the replacement registration number LL53***
I understand that I can now arrange for the car to be taken to an authorised treatment facility (ATF). As the C8 is off the road, I shall need to have it collected.
My questions are
- do I need to have new numberplates LL53*** made up and installed before it is taken to the ATF?
- I have read that I should expect to be paid by the ATF for the car. How much is this likely to be? £50, more or less?
- Are there any alternative strategies that I should consider?
I saw last night on webuyanycar that the estimated value ranges from £250 to £700 depending on whether the car is running.
It certainly starts up and can run - it's just that the engine coolant leaks out from the split / ruptured pipe
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Wishing each and all a pleasant Bank Holiday Monday.
