Thank you to SMR Direct for the professional and seamless handling of buying me fathers car. Their offer was better than what was offered from our local car dealers. Both Sean and Justin were very co... See more
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I sold my late father’s 2 week old car to SMR, I found them to be a Very good company to deal with, a very professional service and actually paid a bit more than the main dealer offered me! I would d... See more
Our experience with SMR Direct, and with Justin was flawless. He offered a very reasonable price for our car. We were selling our car for the first time, but Justin was always patient with our corresp... See more
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My experience with selling my car with SMR Direct through Justin was brilliant even with some hiccups that was outwith their control. They offered a very reasonable price and from their correspondence... See more
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SMR DIRECT have over 25 years experience in the motor trade. We have worked in in both new & used car and light commercial vehicle sales. We specialise in the buying and supplying of high quality vehicles nationwide.
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CT2 0ER, Canterbury, United Kingdom
- +44 1227 840464
- contact@smrdirect.co.uk
- www.smrdirect.co.uk
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Really easy process
Really easy process. Great communication throughout for a quick and easy transaction.
Smooth car sale
From the initial phone call to the collection of the car, I realised that SMR Direct were professionals in their field.
Great communication, very friendly and prompt payment.
A pleasure to do business with!
Seamless process - very high quality of service
We recently sold our 2 year old vehicle to SMR Direct. The initial phone call was made on a Thursday and within a week the transaction was completed. Not having sold a vehicle online before, we were a little nervous and concerned about potential scammers, however this company is one that you can trust and were thoroughly helpful at every stage of the process. Andy and Chris were trustworthy and helpful and we received a fair price for our vehicle. We will certainly recommend them to our friends should they be looking to sell a vehicle.
Great deal for my car
Professional, quick service, very trustworthy. Great deal for car
It was great working with Andy to sell…
It was great working with Andy to sell my car. It was an incredibly smooth process ! ZERO HASSLE ! Highly recommend !
Thank you Andy for a professional yet…
Thank you Andy for a professional yet friendly service. We would certainly be happy to recommend you to our friends. We look forward to dealing with you again.
Janice and Paul
Thank you to Andy for a very smooth and…
Thank you to Andy for a very smooth and pleasant transaction. We had a great experience and everything was handled professionally and not at any time did we feel pressured or anxious. From initial offer to collection and transfer of funds took 24 hours. Communication was great and Andy kept us informed every step of the way - even when we had a slight delay at the end. We will recommend you to everyone we know, and anyone reading this who may have the usual fears around selling your car to a dealer - you are in very safe and trustworthy hands.
Reasonable offer they stuck to
Very pleasant on the phone. Gave a reasonable offer and stuck to their offer on the day the car was inspected and taken away. Transfer of funds was imediate.

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Concerned about the dealer-----Don't be with SMR !
I think we are all a little concerned when contacted by car dealers when selling a car. Will they act professionally, will they beat you down on price, will they try to find minute issues with your car when they come to collect that will alter their offer?
SMR were superb. They contacted me within a few minutes of my advert going live. We discussed my car in detail and a price was agreed. I was open and frank with them about my vehicle and its condition.
They collected 48 hours later, checked it out and agreed all details. There were no issues and the process to transfer funds was simple and verifiable prior to their departure.
Good communications and their paperwork exemplary. Copy of the finance settlement provided and clearance from HP house.
These are the guys that are setting a new standard that others need to follow!

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Professional service from start to finish
A very professional service from the first call and emails from Andy and then from meeting Sean in person who inspected my VW Golf R line, once vehicle was Checked, quoted amount was put into my account, paper work signed and car was loaded onto the trailer. I would recommend this company to anyone looking to easily sell there car hassle free! Simon

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From start to finish this company was…
From start to finish this company was professional and stress free. Andy was very efficient during the sale process and helpful, when I met Sean on the day of the sale he was very efficient and a pleasure to deal with and the sale was effortless, I would definitely recommend this company & look forward to dealing with them again in the future. Brian Y
Very easy and simple process selling my…
Very easy and simple process selling my BMW. From the first conversations with Andy to the friendly and efficient pick up from my house by Chris. I had never sold a car in this way before and had always part exchanged, but I had no need to worry. All Very smooth and very efficient payment. With good level of ‘paperwork’ along the way right until finance settlement confirmation documents shared by Andy. Thanks and would highly recommend.
excellent company to deal with
excellent company to deal with, first class. very promet on collection and payment.
Definitely recommend
First time I sold my car privately-normally part exchange with dealer. Andy was brilliant, explained the process and picked up the car as stated. Will definitely recommend 👌.
Great communications
Great communications, polite and curtious, easy process. Will recommend to anyone selling their car..thank you. Max
Absolutely brilliant experience
Absolutely brilliant experience. Would recommend to anyone.
Thank you !

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Great Experience
Never had an easier experience selling a car, seamless from start to finish. Great communication, honest guys and would highly recommend to anyone else.

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Selling my old car was so quick and simple
Having bought a brand new car, I needed to sell my almost 3 year old Hyundai Ioniq. SMR Direct contacted me 2 weeks into my 3 weeks of advertising on Auto Trader. SMR asked for my best price, which they accepted. The car was collected only 4 days later. I felt I had given a very honest assessment of my car, so following a close inspection, there was no haggling. The paperwork and payment was quickly completed. I very pleased with the speed of the selling process and the team at SMR were very professional and polite.

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Exceptional service!
Exceptional service
I cannot fault Andy or SMR Direct for dealing with the purchase of my vehicle. It was an absolute seamless process and cannot praise highly enough for making the transaction go smoothly. Very honourable and genuine company.

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First class selling experience.
I advertised my car for sale and was initially sceptical when SMR Direct were first to contact me (along with two other main dealers). Their price they offered was excellent and after checking out their feedback I decided to give them a try. I needn't have worried, Andy was true to his word with the offer and excellent with his communications. This must be the most hassle free way to sell a car! Forget the usual mainstream 'we buy blah, blah.com', these guys will not mess you about. SMR Direct have now given us the buying power to shop around for our next car.

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