You walk outside, and your car is gone. Towed. Seized. Impounded. Panic sets in—and then the costs start to mount.

What most people don’t realise is that getting your car back isn’t as simple as paying a fine. You’ll need specific insurance that most UK drivers simply don’t have.

Why Cars Are Impounded

In the UK, the police and DVLA can seize your car for several reasons:

  • Driving without insurance
  • Expired tax or MOT
  • Unpaid fines or penalties
  • Suspicious or unsafe condition

As GOV.UK outlines, you’ll need to collect your car within a strict deadline, usually 7–14 days, or risk permanent loss.

The Hidden Costs of Getting It Back

Let’s do the maths:

  • Release fee: Up to £200
  • Storage: £20–£40/day
  • Taxi/travel costs to the impound
  • Lost workdays, inconvenience, legal stress

It adds up fast—and gets worse if you arrive at the pound with invalid insurance.

Why Standard Cover Won’t Work

Most regular car insurance policies are not accepted for releasing impounded vehicles. Even worse, many online insurers won’t provide cover once your vehicle has already been seized.

According to RAC legal advice, the authorities will only release your car if you can show proof of a valid, appropriate insurance policy. That means you need impound-specific car insurance.

The Right Insurance for Seized Cars

Impound insurance is a short-term policy created for this exact situation. It’s accepted by police and impound centres across the UK and can usually be arranged the same day through a broker.

At Alternative Insurance Brokers, we handle this process daily and know exactly what’s required.

Why Use a Specialist?

General insurers rarely deal with impound-specific policies. Our team:

  • Understands what paperwork police need
  • Issues cover quickly to avoid extra charges
  • Compares specialist UK insurers to get the best rate

Don’t Waste Time – Call Now

The clock is ticking. Every hour you delay could cost you more money—or your car entirely. Don’t make a bad situation worse.

Call us today on 0161 388 2520 and speak to an expert about the right impound car insurance UK for your situation.