High-value vehicles and private transactions

Private vehicle transactions tend to appear where value, rarity, or buyer expectations make open listings less effective. This is common with specialist performance cars, well-kept classics, and vehicles treated as longer-term assets rather than impulse purchases.

In these situations, buyers often rely on established brokers and existing relationships instead of responding to public advertisements. The emphasis is usually on fit and intent, not visibility.

When private routes are typically used

While every transaction is different, private routes are more often considered in situations such as:

• Vehicles with limited, controlled, or sensitive availability
• Repeat transactions involving known buyers or collectors
• Purchases where discretion or timing plays a role
• Specialist or niche categories with a small buyer pool

Not every high-value purchase needs to follow this route. If you are unsure whether it applies to your situation, the private introductions page explains how enquiries are assessed and where the boundaries sit.