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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    Margaret Hathway Good speedy experience, easy to do
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    Mr Samuel Mathieson Ease of use kept well informed.
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    customer Was a bit dubious about sending items but was pleasantly surprised. 1. About how they respond so quickly and 2 How efficiently they paid the money into my account.
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    Eileen Phipps My experience with Vintage Cash Cow couldn't have been easier, with customer support from start to finish. I was pleased with the amount I was offered and will definately be using VCC again!
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    Kay Great idea for earning a bit of cash for all those bits no longer needed. Communication excellent and prompt payment. Only negative is never knowing what individual items were worth as there's no breakdown. Overall ...
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    Robert Gray Paid value for items sent
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    Jane Doble Very efficient and ensured the vendor was informed at every stage. Would like to know which articles were the most valuable but guess this is too time consuming. Will be getting another box off soon.
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    Geministar Chris Quick and easy to do ,,quick response after getting my. Box,, ,pleased with my quote
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    MRS Rosemary Wadmore Already submitted my review
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    JennyMoorby Great way to declutter!
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    Suzanne Thomas-Duff Easy to send. Free postage. Quick reply.
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    Betty Waterman The whole experience was excellent with clear and helpful information. A very good information booklet and helpful staff. Collection of my box from home was important. Received my offer very quickly and on acceptance ...
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    Mrs Roberts Easy to use . Pick up as great by postman . Instructions were clear and offer came and money in my bank account within the two days promised
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    Jill I was pleasantly surprised at the value I got for my items. Definitely recommend.
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    Deborah Warner Updated regularly no fuss
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    Mrs scanes Very easy to follow instructions

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