Consignment.
Sell your motorcycle or car on consignment
We sell your vehicle for you, while you stay the owner until the sale completes. Dropping it off once is enough: detailing, photography, listings, test drives and the RDW transfer are all handled by us.
Steps.
Consignment or a direct sale
If consignment, after deducting all costs, would net you little more than our purchase offer, selling directly may be the better deal. We calculate both options for you at the intake.
Costs.
| Part of the sale price | Commission | |
|---|---|---|
| First €10,000 | 10% | €1,000 |
| €10,000 – €25,000 | 9% | €450 |
| €25,000 – €50,000 | 8% | |
| €50,000 – €100,000 | 7.5% | |
| Above €100,000 | 5% | |
| Advertising costs | €60 per month | |
Commission at sale
€1,450
incl. VAT €1,755
Effective 9.7% of the sale price
+ €60 advertising costs per month while your vehicle is listed
- No setup or photography fees
- Commission only due upon sale
- Cleaning and photography included
The commission and advertising costs are excluding VAT. The amounts including VAT are shown alongside.
Consignment form.
Why consignment at Motodam
Tiered commission, no setup or photography fees
Everything handled, from intake to RDW transfer
Listed on motodam.nl, Marktplaats, AutoScout24 and Motoroccasion
We do not sell below your minimum price without your approval.
Platforms.
Questions.
What is consignment?
Consignment means we sell your vehicle on your behalf, from listing and showing to negotiating and the RDW transfer. You remain the legal owner until the sale is completed; only then does ownership pass to the buyer.
How long does a consignment sale take on average?
We aim to sell your vehicle within three months. That is not a guarantee: it depends on the season, how popular your specific vehicle is, its condition and the asking price we agree on together. We keep you informed along the way.
Who sets the asking price and the minimum price?
We agree them together. We advise an asking price based on what comparable vehicles fetch in the Netherlands; you decide. We also record a minimum price. We do not sell below your minimum price without your approval.
What costs are involved?
We take vehicles on consignment from an expected sale price of €5,000. You pay commission per bracket of the sale price: 10% on the first €10,000, 9% from €10,000 to €25,000, 8% from €25,000 to €50,000, 7.5% from €50,000 to €100,000, 5% above that. In addition, a monthly advertising contribution of €60 for cars and €35 for motorcycles applies. All prices excl. VAT, no setup, photography or hidden costs.
What happens if my vehicle does not sell?
Then we discuss a price adjustment, or you pick up your vehicle free of charge. You only pay the advertising costs for the months elapsed.
Can I take my vehicle back before it sells?
Yes. You stay the owner, so you can collect your vehicle before it is sold. A notice period of 14 days applies; you only pay the advertising costs for the months it was listed.
When do I get my money and the vrijwaringsbewijs?
The vehicle only leaves once the buyer has paid in full. On sale, we arrange the re-registration with the RDW straight away and you receive proof that the vehicle is no longer registered in your name (vrijwaringsbewijs). The RDW passes the change on to the tax authority. You need to cancel or adjust your insurance yourself. Within 14 days of delivery you receive a written settlement and the balance in your account: the sale price minus the commission including VAT and the agreed costs.
What should I bring to the intake?
The registration certificate, all keys, the maintenance history and the accessories that belong with the vehicle, such as a second key, panniers or an extra set of tyres. The more complete the package, the easier it sells.
Which platforms will my vehicle appear on?
On motodam.nl and on the major Dutch sales platforms, including Marktplaats, AutoScout24, Gaspedaal, AutoTrack and Motoroccasion, plus social media. You pay one fixed amount per month, no matter how many channels it runs on.
How do viewings and test drives work?
At our showroom and always by appointment, so you never have strangers at your door. For a test drive we check the driving licence and the buyer signs a test-drive form.
Do I keep paying insurance and road tax during the consignment?
Yes. The registration stays in your name until the sale is complete, so road tax keeps running and you keep the vehicle insured, third party as a minimum. Tell your insurer in writing that it is with a dealer for sale. The vehicle is kept in the locked showroom and the keys are locked away.