A failing clutch makes driving miserable. The slipping, the juddering, that burning smell – you know something’s wrong, and you know it’s going to be expensive to fix. If you’re facing clutch problems in Surrey, selling your car might be the smartest move you can make.
At Surrey Car Buyer, we regularly buy cars with clutch issues. Whether your clutch is slipping, burnt out, or completely failed, we’ll make you a fair offer.
Signs Your Clutch Is Failing
Clutch problems usually develop gradually, giving you warning signs before complete failure:
- Slipping – engine revs rise without corresponding acceleration
- Juddering – vibration when pulling away, especially on hills
- Burning smell – friction material overheating
- High biting point – pedal engages near the top of its travel
- Difficulty changing gears – grinding or resistance when shifting
- Spongy pedal – hydraulic problems or worn components
Clutch Repair Costs
Clutch replacement is one of those jobs where the labour costs often exceed the parts. The clutch itself needs to be accessed by removing the gearbox, which is time-consuming work. Typical costs include:
- Basic clutch kit: £150-£400 for parts
- Labour: £300-£600 depending on the car
- Flywheel: £200-£800 if dual-mass flywheel needs replacing too
Total bills of £600-£1,500 are common, and some vehicles with dual-mass flywheels can cost significantly more.
Sell Instead of Repair
For many vehicles, especially those with other wear items coming due, clutch replacement just isn’t worth it. Why spend £1,000 on a car that’s only worth £2,000 and might need other work soon?
We buy cars with clutch problems because we have the facilities to repair them economically, or we can sell them to buyers who can. Either way, you get cash without the hassle.
Related Gearbox Issues
Clutch problems sometimes indicate or cause gearbox issues. We buy cars with transmission problems of all kinds, so even if you’re unsure exactly what’s wrong, we can help.
How to Sell
Selling is straightforward:
- Request your free quote
- Tell us about your car and the clutch issues
- Accept our offer
- We collect free from anywhere in Surrey
We cover Guildford, Woking, Epsom, Farnham, and all of Surrey. Contact us today.