Vehicle and parts salespersons and advisers Salary
Median salary £31,750 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £32,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For vehicle and parts salespersons and advisers, £31,851 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -18% versus the national average. Experienced vehicle and parts salespersons and advisers (top 25%) earn over £35,951.
About this role
Vehicle and parts salespersons sell new and used vehicles, parts and accessories in dealerships and motor trade businesses. They advise customers, arrange test drives, negotiate deals, process finance applications and manage the sales process.
Key responsibilities
- Advising customers on vehicle selection and options
- Arranging test drives and vehicle demonstrations
- Negotiating prices and trade-in values
- Processing finance and insurance applications
- Managing leads and maintaining customer relationships
Qualifications and entry routes
No specific qualifications required. IMI qualifications in vehicle sales are available. FCA authorisation training required for finance product sales. Manufacturer-specific sales training is provided by dealers.
Career outlook
Online vehicle sales are reshaping the industry but dealership sales roles remain. Electric vehicle knowledge and digital customer engagement skills are increasingly important.
Key skills
Common industries
- Franchised car dealers
- Used car dealers
- Commercial vehicle sales
- Motor parts retailers
- Online vehicle sales
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£23,078
0-2 years
Mid Level
£28,363
3-7 years
Senior
£35,951
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +56% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: -4.6%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£101
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).