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

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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    Simon Rothwell A great service which was easy to use and hassle free with a fair price paid!
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    Mandy Grant Great service, although a little slow on making offer. Collection from home made things so easy and offer was fair. Will definitely use again and recommend to others.
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    Karuna Very efficient and easy to do excellent customer service. This is my second time using and will use again.
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    Julian From the moment I recieved my welcome pack to the moment I accept my offer the whole process was easy and anybody could do it, I recommend giving it ago as you can make some extra money from unwanted items gathering ...
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    Vanessa Baxter Great communication and assistance
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    darren mcguire Very pleased with price offered, better than just throwing the items away
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    Audra Humphrey Excellent communications, quick service and a very realistic offer for my items. Money was in my bank same day, I was very impressed with the process from start to finish and have had a good clear out too!
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    Carol Young Was just so easy to do, would recommend Vintage cash cow to anyone, they are in regular contact,advising you and keeping you up to date with what’s happening with your box.👍
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    Helen I received a prompt email stating that my box had been received but I had to chase for the actual offer. I was, however, very pleased with the offer and the money has been paid quickly into my bank account.
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    Hylary Kingham My miscellaneous junk raised an extremely large sum of money, thank you. Frustratingly, I don’t know how it was broken down, but I understand why that is, but I am very curious…
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    Graham Brodie Very easy to use and a fair price offered.
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    margaret allen No hassle at all everything was made really easy just put it in a box and post it off.I was also very impressed with my offer Thankyou.
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    Susan Hardy Lovely experience dealing with Vintage Cash Cow, more than happy with what I was offered, it helped pay a couple of bills and a treat. Thankyou
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    Melanie Excellent response time and generous offers. Second time I’ve used them and very happy both times
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    Christine Macey Very easy to use and a I got a good price for my unwanted items.
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    Tina Worley Good swift service. Only thing is they price per box so not per item which is a bit frustrating so would say send smaller boxes and split your items to get an individual valuation of your items

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