Testimonials

Thank you, for your support and continued sound advice on any car related matter. Your passion for cars is true and your expert knowledge of them has been invaluable.

What continues to set you apart from others is your outright dedication to all your clients and your amazing connections. You’re a true professional when conducting business, which meant we were able to complete the sale of the Allard J2X – a car that required a great depth of patience and understanding of the global car market place. This was a very unique sale and was made to feel very natural and effortless with O’Kane Lavers. We had owned the car for over 50 years, deciding to let go was of course no easy choice. Our friendship with James meant it felt right that we would partner with him. What he has been able to do for us, as with all clients who engage with him is outstanding.

Your commitment to keep driving your business forward is commendable. We look forward to many, many more years of working together.

James at O'Kane Lavers did a wonderful job helping me to find a new owner for my historic Porsche 356. James is a real car enthusiast, and very knowledgeable. The approach taken by O'Kane Lavers is that of a full partnership. They really worked hard and achieved a great outcome for the buyer and for me as the seller. I was most impressed by the geographic reach that they have, bringing potential buyers from Australia, Germany, U.K. and the US. I would certainly work with them again and I whole-heartedly recommend them"

What I liked about James was his true enthusiasm. A young man with a real hunger to provide a first class service to his client base. We first connected over social media and he patiently kept in touch with me to discuss the car I was potentially looking to sell. James was never pushy and came across more as a petrolhead with a genuine passion for cars first and foremost. There was no pressure to use him but I decided to give him an opportunity. Trusting your car with an independent dealer on consignment is fraught with risks, so when James suggested I keep the car where it currently was in storage I was delighted with this arrangement, he then arranged a professional photo shoot and then listed the car on his website. Sooner than I expected 2 prospective buyers came to view the car at my convenience and in my comfort zone. He patiently intermediated between buyer and seller to ensure both parties felt happy.

He has also been assisting me with a potential future purchase and remains in touch regularly. I would be more than happy to use James again for future transactions and would be happy to recommend him to like minded enthusiasts looking to sell or buy."

O'Kane Lavers is a young company with a refreshing approach. They are true car enthusiasts, and the sale of my car was approached not just as a 'transaction' but as a partnership, characterised by strong engagement and clear communication. The result of their bespoke and customer-focused approach was an outcome that suited all parties. I would work with them again and recommend them without reservation."

James is a lovely man who I met over a year ago when selling my Ferrari Dino, which he sold for me in the space of 2 days. Since that time he has been involved in the sale and acquisition of several cars for me, including my prized Ferrari 275 GTB/4 and has recently sold my Ferrari Pista Spider and Porsche 993 RS. James is a very hard working young man, he will travel across the country just to shake hands with somebody who has enquired about a car, he will be a big player in the classic car market in the years to come and I'll enjoy watching him become that. When selling a car there are horror stories about consignment deals gone wrong, companies going bust and keeping the cars etc so the way James works is much more suitable to my needs and risks I am prepared to take, the car stays with you and he travels to conduct any viewings on the cars at any time. I couldn't recommend O'Kane Lavers enough, they get the job done and do not mess the buyer or the seller around, thats very important in this market."

James contacted me proactively but not aggressively about assisting me in selling my classic Aston Martin. He was professional, respectful and clearly very knowledgeable about the specific Aston market and provided good guidance on marketing and pricing. Throughout the sales process he kept me very well informed and we had several good and respectful conversations. James has a rare balance of being proactive but not pushy. The process ended with a smooth sale at full asking price. Very well done to James - I will use him again and recommend him warmly."

I had owned my Ferrari 365BB for nearly 25 years and decided it was eventually time to sell it. I wanted a professional approach to selling the car but didn't really want to have to deal with the sale myself. After researching the various options provided by the main brokers in the classic car marketplace I met with James O'Kane of O'Kane Lavers. James visited me and inspected the Ferrari and we discussed the car's history and provenance. I was impressed by James's attitude and knowledge of the market place and car values. We agreed a price that O'Kane Lavers would market the car at and also a very agreeable sales commission structure. O'Kane Lavers arranged for their photo shoot and a great number of photos were taken of the car at a suitable location. These photos showed the overall condition and quality of the car, as well as focusing on the car's details.

The deal was confirmed, invoices issued, payment received direct from the buyer to my account, shipping to the USA was arranged by O'Kane Lavers, and the car was collected for delivery to it's new owner. When I received the commission invoice from James I was more than happy to pay it.

A smooth deal that was professionally handled throughout. O'Kane Lavers were a pleasure to do business with and I would highly recommend them."

I found the O'Kane Lavers website whilst doing my usual trawling of classic cars, and the quality of selection, presentation and international feel drew my attention very quickly.

I had a Porsche 356 that I was thinking about selling at some point over the next 12 months, and after making contact and having an initial chat I felt James was the man for the job. James came to see the car some 8 months later when I was ready to sell to ensure it met the standard required, and the car was quickly photographed and put up for sale at the right price. After only a few weeks offers started to land and James was excellent at keeping in quick contact. After 10 weeks of the car being advertised, James put forward a great offer from a car collector in Japan subject to a viewing by their UK representative. The viewing went well and I was paid in full 5 days after the viewing, and the car set sail to Japan only a few days after that. All in all, a very efficient and high quality service that ensured my beloved 356 went to a safe and caring home."

When I considered parting with almost my entire collection of mostly bespoke coach built cars, I met James O'Kane. An amazing young entrepreneur, whose passion, knowledge, finesse, global network, business acumen and dedication immediately made it clear to me that he and his young business were going to be my best bet in what was a very half and heavy hearted journey.

James has managed to sell very unique cars with only a very small niche appeal to very discerning buyers and his flexibility and understanding of my unique needs as well as his tireless efforts have brought the results I knew he would deliver from the first time I met him.

If you have a car to sell, O'Kane Lavers is fast becoming the partner of choice. For any car and any location. Thank you James for working with me during this process."

James put me in a position to close a deal on the Lamborghini he was advertising by making sure I was able to get out of my existing car during a tricky time in the market. His extensive network of collector and dealer contacts in the industry ensured the deal happened smoothly and to the satisfaction of all 3 clients involved. His knowledge and passion for the motor industry was clear from the first meeting and he was keen to help me through every step of the process to make sure the car was ready for delivery and prepped to my satisfaction. He also kept in regular contact post closing and available to help on any question. I would gladly recommended James and O'Kane Lavers to anyone looking at buying/selling the most prestigious vehicles in the market at realistic prices and in the most straightforward way."

It was a really tough decision for us to sell both a beloved 3.2 Carrera 911 and Audi RS6. Both amazing cars and very reluctant sales. I was introduced to James who made the whole process seamless and found perfect new custodians for both cars. I wanted to sell these cars to enthusiasts who truly understood how well kept, unusual and awesome these cars are. We had plenty of interest from both domestic and overseas buyers and James was really good at sharing market insight, drawing on his experience over the last few years and was fair, honest and gave both sides comfort. James is young, passionate about cars and patient. Would highly recommend him to anyone with a special car, looking for the right buyer! Now I just need to recover from the fact I have to drive a vanilla car..thanks James, great job!"

James gave me his business card, and his professionalism left a strong impression—he came across as someone trustworthy and dedicated to building long-term customer relationships. I followed up with him two weeks later, letting him know that I was still interested in a 993 Carrera S if he came across one. About a week after that, James presented me with two options. I arranged to view one of the cars, and James walked me through every detail, carefully noting any minor imperfections that needed attention. I was thoroughly impressed with the car and the process, and I decided to purchase it. If you are looking for a specific car to a high standard then I highly recommend you get in touch with James.