FAQ
General FAQ - Car Boot Questions
What is a car boot: A car boot sale is typically an outdoor event (though it can be held inside as well) where private individuals sell used and unwanted household and personal goods/second hand items directly from their car. You can read more about car boot history here
Where is a car boot normally held: Traditionally car boot events are held in fields and large outdoor spaces including school playgrounds (bringing additional income to local schools)
When is a car boot normally held: Car boot events normally take place at weekends, on Saturday or Sunday and start quite early, around 6-7am. Bootyfull Car Boot being an exception because it starts at 11:00am
How is a car boot set up: Sellers arrive either by vehicle or on foot, pay a fee (this varies from car boot to car boot) for the use of a pitch where they display their items using the vehicle or other sales material
What is sold at a car boot: Typically you will find used family items, jewellery, toys, games, much, home tech, clothes and even bric-a-brac. This may vary greatly depending on the car boot location
What is the value of items sold at a car boot: The individual item value can range for pennies to pounds with most items being very economically priced even before one negotiates. Examples of fabulous bargains; one buyer purchased a Dunhill lighter for £5.00 and resold it a week later for £450.00
How do I value what I buy at a car boot: To value the goods bought at a car boot sale, first thing is to use a magnifying glass to check for brands and Makers Marks. Next check the object on Google Lens making sure you match like for like. To get an estimated value you can visit sites like eBay and look for comparable items though it is best to filter results with "sold" and or "completed listings". If you think you have a thing of value you should assess its condition & rarity also ensuring it is complete and without marks or damage. If it is a collectable item you may wish to follow the R.A.D.A.R. (Rarity, Aesthetics, Desirability, Authenticity, and Really good condition) method
Where do I sell my car boot acquisitions: Well performing websites places like eBay if you have bought quality items. Digital products like games and videos sell well through CEX who offer both cash and vouchers. There are many sites to sell on. Always be sure to take several good images and ensure that you describe your item accurately, clearly and precisely. You can choose to have a pitch and sell at a car boot
Who visits car boot events: Today car boots are popular across the economic social strata. The reason is some people are buying for their needs, some for pleasure or trade and some as avid collectors - i.e. vinyl records
What is a car boot called in the UK: typically simply called a car boot where as in the US the nearest thing may be something like a garage sale
Is visiting a car boot safe: generally car boots are well managed in the UK though some of the larger events may struggle to control who enters and the validity of the products they sell
Do you have to pay to enter a car boot: normally there is a nominal fee to enter a car boot. this may be a pound or so, though this can increase especially near city centres. This fee helps to defray the cost of the land rental
Where is a car boot normally held: Traditionally car boot events are held in fields and large outdoor spaces including school playgrounds (bringing additional income to local schools)
When is a car boot normally held: Car boot events normally take place at weekends, on Saturday or Sunday and start quite early, around 6-7am. Bootyfull Car Boot being an exception because it starts at 11:00am
How is a car boot set up: Sellers arrive either by vehicle or on foot, pay a fee (this varies from car boot to car boot) for the use of a pitch where they display their items using the vehicle or other sales material
What is sold at a car boot: Typically you will find used family items, jewellery, toys, games, much, home tech, clothes and even bric-a-brac. This may vary greatly depending on the car boot location
What is the value of items sold at a car boot: The individual item value can range for pennies to pounds with most items being very economically priced even before one negotiates. Examples of fabulous bargains; one buyer purchased a Dunhill lighter for £5.00 and resold it a week later for £450.00
How do I value what I buy at a car boot: To value the goods bought at a car boot sale, first thing is to use a magnifying glass to check for brands and Makers Marks. Next check the object on Google Lens making sure you match like for like. To get an estimated value you can visit sites like eBay and look for comparable items though it is best to filter results with "sold" and or "completed listings". If you think you have a thing of value you should assess its condition & rarity also ensuring it is complete and without marks or damage. If it is a collectable item you may wish to follow the R.A.D.A.R. (Rarity, Aesthetics, Desirability, Authenticity, and Really good condition) method
Where do I sell my car boot acquisitions: Well performing websites places like eBay if you have bought quality items. Digital products like games and videos sell well through CEX who offer both cash and vouchers. There are many sites to sell on. Always be sure to take several good images and ensure that you describe your item accurately, clearly and precisely. You can choose to have a pitch and sell at a car boot
Who visits car boot events: Today car boots are popular across the economic social strata. The reason is some people are buying for their needs, some for pleasure or trade and some as avid collectors - i.e. vinyl records
What is a car boot called in the UK: typically simply called a car boot where as in the US the nearest thing may be something like a garage sale
Is visiting a car boot safe: generally car boots are well managed in the UK though some of the larger events may struggle to control who enters and the validity of the products they sell
Do you have to pay to enter a car boot: normally there is a nominal fee to enter a car boot. this may be a pound or so, though this can increase especially near city centres. This fee helps to defray the cost of the land rental
Bootyfull Car Boot Questions - Highgate FAQ
When is Bootyfull Car Boot held: Bootyfull Car Boot is held every Sunday from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Can anyone sell at Bootyfull Car Boot: Yes at Bootyfull Car Boot though we require they are over 18 years old
How much does it cost to sell at Bootyfull Car Boot: Walk-In fee is £9.00. See booking form for full details
What time do Sellers arrive: Vendors arrive typically between 09:30-10:15, ready for 11:00am
Can I trade with other sellers: Yes but not before 11:00am - strictly forbidden to ensure fairness to paying visitors
How much is entry for buyers: Adult entry fee is £1.00, under 16, free. See home page for more information
How do I pay for entry to Bootyfull Car Boot: The entry fee can be paid in cash, card or payment App
Do I need a vehicle to sell at Bootyfull Car Boot: No, we accept both walk-in and vehicle sellers
Is this a safe environment: Yes, Bootyfull Car Boot is operated inside a school which is completely secure
What can I do if I have no cash: We have an active ATM on site. You can withdraw funds from most payment cards and Apps. There is a small fee charged
What happens if it rains or snows: When there is inclement weather, we arrange to open the school interior
What kind of products can I sell: We recommend used/pre-owned goods, this is what buyers are looking for though we do allow certain sellers up to 25% new items but no cheap junk items at all
Where do I go if I have an accident: If you have a physical accident you should contact Sharon immediately and go directly to the café Bootyfull Car boot maintains a First Aid Kit
Is food available: There is a café which offers our famous toasted sourdough sandwich as well as a selection of hot & cold drinks and snacks
Can I bring my dog into the car boot: Regretfully not, the school allows no pets on site whatsoever
Can anyone sell at Bootyfull Car Boot: Yes at Bootyfull Car Boot though we require they are over 18 years old
How much does it cost to sell at Bootyfull Car Boot: Walk-In fee is £9.00. See booking form for full details
What time do Sellers arrive: Vendors arrive typically between 09:30-10:15, ready for 11:00am
Can I trade with other sellers: Yes but not before 11:00am - strictly forbidden to ensure fairness to paying visitors
How much is entry for buyers: Adult entry fee is £1.00, under 16, free. See home page for more information
How do I pay for entry to Bootyfull Car Boot: The entry fee can be paid in cash, card or payment App
Do I need a vehicle to sell at Bootyfull Car Boot: No, we accept both walk-in and vehicle sellers
Is this a safe environment: Yes, Bootyfull Car Boot is operated inside a school which is completely secure
What can I do if I have no cash: We have an active ATM on site. You can withdraw funds from most payment cards and Apps. There is a small fee charged
What happens if it rains or snows: When there is inclement weather, we arrange to open the school interior
What kind of products can I sell: We recommend used/pre-owned goods, this is what buyers are looking for though we do allow certain sellers up to 25% new items but no cheap junk items at all
Where do I go if I have an accident: If you have a physical accident you should contact Sharon immediately and go directly to the café Bootyfull Car boot maintains a First Aid Kit
Is food available: There is a café which offers our famous toasted sourdough sandwich as well as a selection of hot & cold drinks and snacks
Can I bring my dog into the car boot: Regretfully not, the school allows no pets on site whatsoever
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Sharon Steele T/A Bootyfull Car Boot