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Skip the Dealer makes it easy to sell your novated lease car. We buy directly, settle your finance, and pay you fast – all without the stress.
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Why Choose Skip the Dealer for Selling Your Novated Lease Car
Selling a novated lease car can feel complicated – especially when there’s a contract and finance payout involved. Skip the Dealer makes it simple by buying directly from you, paying out your lease, and getting money into your account fast.
We Buy Directly
You sell straight to us, avoiding the stress of finding a buyer or negotiating with strangers.
Contract Settlement Included
We handle the entire payout process with your finance provider so you don’t have to.
Nationwide Service
No matter where you are in Australia, we can buy your novated lease car with free inspection & pick up
Fast Payment
Payment lands in your bank account within 24 hours of handover.
No Hidden Fees
The offer we make is the amount you’ll get. No last-minute deductions or surprise charges.
Simple – Sell Your Novated Lease Car in 3 Steps
Selling your novated lease car with Skip the Dealer is straightforward and stress-free. We take care of the hard parts so you can focus on getting paid.
Send Your Car & Lease Info
Share your car details plus your lease agreement info so we can request the exact payout figure from your finance provider (including residual value and any early termination fees).
Get an All-Inclusive Offer
We give you a competitive cash offer that already factors in paying out your lease – no guesswork, no “extra” steps.
Settle & Get Paid
We pay your finance provider directly to close the contract, then transfer any remaining balance to your bank account – usually within 24 hours of handover.
What Our Sellers Say
"Thought selling my novated lease car would be a nightmare. Skip the Dealer sorted the contract with my finance company and paid me the same day. Too easy 🙌"
Mark H., Sydney
"Dealer offer was lowball. These guys gave me $1.8k more and handled all the paperwork. 10/10 experience."
Rachel T., Melbourne
"Didn’t even have to call my lease company – Skip the Dealer did everything. Cash in my account next day 💸"
Tom P., Brisbane
Frequently Asked Questions
What Our Sellers SayCan I sell my novated lease car before the contract ends?
Yes – Skip the Dealer can buy your novated lease car before the contract ends and handle the entire payout process for you.
Selling a novated lease car early usually means contacting your employer, your finance provider, and finding a buyer yourself. With Skip the Dealer, you can avoid all that:
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We contact your finance provider to request your exact payout figure, including residual value and early termination fees.
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We make an all-inclusive offer that already factors in the contract settlement.
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We pay your finance provider directly to close the lease and send any remaining balance to you.
Benefits of selling early with Skip the Dealer:
| Without Us | With Skip the Dealer |
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| Multiple phone calls & paperwork | We handle all communication |
| Wait weeks for contract closure | Settlement within 24 hours |
| Must find your own buyer | We buy directly from you |
Start by getting a free car valuation or learn more from Moneysmart.gov.au.
How fast can I get paid when selling a novated lease car?
With Skip the Dealer, payment is processed within 24 hours of handover.
Our process is designed for speed:
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Step 1: Submit your car and lease details via our sell my car form.
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Step 2: We make you an offer within hours, not days.
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Step 3: Once you accept, we pay your finance provider and transfer the balance to you within 24 hours.
Typical Timeline:
| Action | Timeframe |
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| Offer issued | 2–6 hours |
| Lease settlement | Same day |
| Payment to you | Within 24 hours |
By comparison, traditional sales or dealership trade-ins can take 1–3 weeks to process, especially with novated lease paperwork delays. More on this process can be found via ASIC Moneysmart.
What documents do I need to sell a novated lease car?
You need your lease agreement details, registration papers, ID, and any service records.
When selling a novated lease car, having the right paperwork ready speeds up the process:
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Lease Agreement – contains your contract number, residual value, and lender details.
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Registration Papers – proof of current registration and ownership.
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Photo ID – driver’s licence or passport to verify your identity.
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Service History – adds buyer confidence and helps maintain valuation.
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Spare Keys & Accessories – can slightly improve the offer price.
We’ll tell you exactly what’s required for your specific lease provider.
Will I save money selling to Skip the Dealer vs ending my lease first?
Yes – because we combine the lease payout and sale into one step, saving time and extra fees.
Here’s the difference:
| Selling Alone | Selling to Skip the Dealer |
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| Pay lease first, then find a buyer | We buy & settle lease at once |
| Two transactions | One transaction |
| Risk of paying extra fees | All fees included in offer |
Selling through us means:
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No risk of the car depreciating while you wait for a buyer.
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No double handling of payments.
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One streamlined process with fast settlement.
The ATO.gov.au has guidance on novated lease payouts and tax considerations if you end a lease early.
What types of novated lease cars do you buy?
We buy all makes, models, and types of novated lease cars.
We purchase:
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Sedans, SUVs, 4WDs
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Luxury and performance cars
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Fleet and company vehicles under novated leases
What happens to my novated lease contract after I sell?
We pay out your finance provider, close your lease, and transfer any remaining balance to you.
Here’s the process after you sell to us:
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Step 1: We request the payout figure from your finance provider.
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Step 2: We transfer the exact amount to them to finalise the lease.
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Step 3: They confirm the contract is closed.
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Step 4: Any surplus from our purchase price is paid to you.
