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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1. 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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2. 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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3. 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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4. 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

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    MARILYN A. Ist time using the service. The service from home pick up till the money offered , was very exceptional. I would use them again anytime.
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    Customer Easy to use with straightforward instructions.
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    Joanne Jones Good to deal with Professional
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    Jann Richards Such an easy process from start to finish. I did everything digitally on my phone, including accepting the offer,which suited me - but I'm sure talking to a real person is just as good . The offer made was more than I ...
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    Val Robinson I am really impressed with the service I received, the label came quickly, you let me know once my box had arrived which was good to know, within days I was asked to contact you for my offer, I couldn't get through on ...
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    MRSELAINEWARD I put together items that had been in drawers for years. The process was simple and quick. Plus the offer far surpassed anything I had thought. Have recommended to friends.
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    Joanne Stretton So easy have a clear out box it up. Arrange a pick up. Vintage cow does the rest so easy
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    Very satisfied customer. Very easy service to use.
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    Mrs Heather Paterson very prompt response and great result
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    Tracy Smith Very easy process. Helpful phone call prior to sending items to explain what is accepted. Very happy with offer received, and money in the bank within a week of sending. I'm sure I'll be using this service again. Highly ...
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    karren I am very happy with my experience, filled my box to the brim. Within less than a week my offer was given. Wow you didn't disappoint me, extremely happy. Money in the bank 2 days later. Thank you so much vintage cash ...
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    ALAN WATSON Very easy to use, quick service and pleased with what I received for my items.
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    sue pickford Prompt delivery to base, prompt offer and payment received in 3 hours of acceptance 👍👍👍
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    customer Good quick professional service

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