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.

  • TP stars
    Yvonne Great service very quick only took a week from start to finish. Communication was great, kept me informed throughout the process
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    Sharon Burrows Brilliant service. Quick,efficient and simple way to get rid of unwanted items. Was kept informed of progress and payment was settled within 30 minutes of taking the offer. Would highly recommend
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    Debbie Mound Great service… phone call before sent items so knew ahead of time what I could add to parcel. Good communication throughout to say what stage of process I was in. Good offer for what I sent. Will use them again!
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    Jacky I've engaged with Vintage Cash Cow twice now and been very pleased on both occasions. Not only with the offer, but also the professional way that communication is maintained, keeping me informed of progress. I also ...
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    Coltman Overall it was a very good experience and a very good price. Will definitely recommend and use again
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    Lubbby lou They came back with a quote within 2days, the price I thought was really good. All the items I wouldn’t wear/ use now. Items that other people collect or even props have gone like they say to a new home.
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    Sharon Blackwell Easy to follow instructions Free no hassle posting Quick responses Quick payment Good communication
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    Pat Norris The whole experience dealing with Vintage Cash Cow was smooth, easy and professional. Communication was excellent. Would definitely recommend this company to others
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    Christine Foulkes Excellent communication throughout the process. Good price offered and accepted. Upbeat emails create a positive, lighthearted vibe. Reliable box collection.
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    Robert Lambert Extremely easy and reliable used numerous times. Anything unusual box and send. Kept informed of progress and if satisfied with offer paid quickly.
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    Paul Stickings Very simple process, fill your box collected very quickly then assessed phone call with a fair offer all done with very friendly and informative staff, what more can you ask for.
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    Alan Marola Everything went just how it was advertised. Very simple and easy.
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    Caryll Rowland Excellent speedy service, response generally within a week.
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    Tracey Rigby Good communication, quick turnaround
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    Linda So easy to use. They kept me informed all the time. The offer they made was very fair and the money was in my bank account the day after I accepted the offer. I will definitely send another box soon.
  • TP stars
    MJ Everything was done online which I prefer - it went very smoothly. Would recommend this service.

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