Items we're unable to accept

While we buy thousands of valuables daily, we can't accept these modern, electrical, fragile or offensive items. 

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Items we don't buy

Our experts love all vintage items in any condition, however, there are a few things we cannot accept. Scroll to learn more; if you can't spy your item on our list, please get in touch.

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We destroy all contraband and offensive items unless we can pass them to museums or schools for educational purposes. This includes…
- Demeaning items
- Racist items
- Anti-Semitic items
- Homophobic items
- Confederate memorabilia
- Discriminatory items
- Any gollywog items
- Ivory and big cat skins (subject to exemptions)
- Tiger claws
- Uncertified firearms
- Reproduction Nazi memorabilia

Please note, as per our Terms & Conditions we cannot be held liable for any missing or damaged Item that falls under a Restricted Category (including easily breakable items such as crockery, glass, porcelain, ceramics and similar) or any missing or damaged Item which is sent to us in a Box which also contains any Item which falls under a Restricted Category. 

How it works

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Order your free postage pack
This includes your free postage labels and a handy guide to help you maximise your box value.
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Pack your items into a box
Pack a box with all your unwanted valuables, even broken and tangled items are accepted.
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Send your box for free!
Using your free postage labels, drop your box at the post office or book a home collection.
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Sit back and relax
Receive your offer within 7 working days. Either accept and get paid the same day or have your items returned for free.

Read our incredible reviews

We may be the experts, but please don't just take our word for it. Uncover our extraordinary reviews by amazing customers just like you.

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    CAROL 2nd time in using vcc. No problems very happy with their service.
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    Percy I was offered a very fair price for my items, and would def recommend Vintage Cash Cow. They keep you in the loop so you know someone is assessing items. Really pleased with offer.
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    Bernadette It was easy to do and quick to respond and send a code
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    brian penney Excellent service
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    marcelle wood Brilliant apart from the length of time it took , had to contact them to see if they had received my box which was about 5 weeks from posting, had to email them contents of box , and receipt of posting I thought they ...
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    G Lehmann Although there was a delay I was kept informed and when the offer came I was very pleased with it and then how quickly th money came through.
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    linda pate So easy to follow instructions Company always keep you updated Very quick and efficient
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    Karen Birch Simple to use.
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    Barry cook Good service and happy with valuation
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    Mary Hudson I have sent many boxes from.my chaotic home. I am slightly disappointed with the amount offered. But accepted it as I realise your dealers have to make a profit !
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    Karen It's so easy to do, payment after I accepted the offer was in my bank the next day.
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    Arkley Sue Straightforward to send items I spoke to an advisor once an offer had been made. I needed to determine which box it referred to. She was very friendly & helpful Payment came within 2 days I’m referring a friend now
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    Jean I have sent things to VCC 3 times now and always happy with service .. always keep you informed about things every few days …
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    Kerry Very easy to use. Clear instructions. Great communication. Very pleased with my evaluation. Would definitely recommend.
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    Sheila Dunn You kept me informed on a weekly basis as you were busy. That gave me confidence in the company. Once you had assessed the box everything was very swift. I will use again
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    Barbara Eyre Excellent communication new exactly where my box was at any given time, a great surprise at the offer of £720 would recommend to anyone who needs to 'de clutter, a trustworthy service indeed so much so I sent a second ...

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