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

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.

  • TP stars
    Shaun Blow Good easy way to sell some stuff not in use. But would be nice to have a breakdown of item prices for future items.
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    Rita Patel Easy return with easy and fair trading
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    Deborah Crozier Easy to do, free postage, rapid response
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    jennifer OGDEN Wonderful easy experience I would highly recommend selling any old stuff that you have hanging around. I received much more money than I had expected it's a doddle.
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    Caroline Andrews Easy to use from start to finish
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    Sharon Goodchild Quick service. Very easy and helpful. All contact via WhatsApp and payment after accepting offer was very prompt.
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    Sue Langley The whole process was fast and efficient. I telephoned and spoke with a very knowledgeable lady who advised me on certain things. This is the second time I have used Cash cow and wouldn't hesitate to use them again or ...
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    MISS SHELLEY WHITEHEAD Very easy you get in touch they send an information pack with postage. Get a box and fill it with your unwanted treasures and post very easy , in a few days you get a text with the amount they will offer you can accept ...
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    Anna Excellent communication didn’t feel pushy though & never felt under any pressure.
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    Mrs Lorraine Lomax Great communication and felt well supported through process.
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    Susan & David Taylor I couldn't believe how fast the whole
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    pamela turner Very friendly and informative staff put you at ease through the whole process very secure I would highly recommend this service
  • TP stars
    Mrs Ann Cox It was so easy-getting items ready. Getting the label to send the parcel. Heard within a few days the offer made for the goods we sent. So quick Thank you Vintage Cash Cow Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New ...
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    Susie Keane Fabulous from start to finish. Easy to use and great communication and final price.
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    Meryl Pithers Good communication. Easy to send box. Money transferred quickly. Decluttering moving forward!
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    Karen Whitewood Thanks Cash Cow

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