Buy & Sell Plates, Safely
Verified plates. Payments are held securely by a third party (Escrow.com) until the plate transfer is confirmed.
Buy & Sell Plates, Safely
Verified plates. Payments via Escrow.com.
Buy a Plate
Browse, make an offer, pay via escrow, receive transfer.
Sell a Plate
List, review offers, secure payment, confirm transfer.

Buyer: the 4‑step flow
A short, safe path from offer to ownership.
Verify
Quick checks keep everyone safe before money moves.
Make an offer
Ask questions, agree a price, and lock it in.
Transfer & release
Once paperwork clears, escrow releases funds to the seller.
Seller: the 4‑step flow
List confidently. Get paid when transfer is confirmed.
List your plate
Clear photos, honest details, verified category & state.
Review offers
Chat, negotiate, and accept the best offer.
Buyer pays to escrow
Money is held securely — not released to you yet.
Confirm transfer
Once transfer is complete, escrow releases your payout.

Payments & Safety
Your money never touches the other party until the plate is transferred.
Verified Plates
Real plates, real checks — matched to state records and plate category.
We validate existence against state records.
We confirm the correct type (e.g. personalised, heritage).
We check the plate can legally be transferred.

How It Works – FAQs
Quick answers. Jump to Payments or Verification.
What happens after I make an offer?
Why do I need to verify my identity?
How is my money protected?
What if the seller doesn’t transfer the plate?
Can I cancel a deal after it’s accepted?
How long does the transfer take?
Buy & Sell Plates, Safely
Verified plates. Payments are held securely by a third party (Escrow.com) until the plate transfer is confirmed.
Buy & Sell Plates, Safely
Verified plates. Payments via Escrow.com.
Buy A Plate
Browse, make an offer, pay via escrow, receive transfer.
Sell A Plate
List, review offers, secure payment, confirm transfer.

Buyer: The 4‑Step Flow
A short, safe path from offer to ownership.
Verify
Quick checks keep everyone safe before money moves.
Make An Offer
Ask questions, agree a price, and lock it in.
Transfer & Release
Once paperwork clears, escrow releases funds to the seller.
Seller: The 4‑Step Flow
List confidently. Get paid when transfer is confirmed.
List Your Plate
Clear photos, honest details, verified category & state.
Review Offers
Chat, negotiate, and accept the best offer.
Buyer Pays To Escrow
Money is held securely — not released to you yet.
Confirm Transfer
Once transfer is complete, escrow releases your payout.

Transparent Fees With Peace Of Mind Built In.
At MarketPlates our goal is to give you the confidence to buy or sell personalised plates without worry. To do that, we invest in layers of protection and service that benefit both parties. Rather than hiding costs or piling all fees on one side, we split a modest marketplace fee between buyer and seller. There are no listing or subscription fees — you only pay when a deal goes through.
Why Do We Charge A Marketplace Fee?
Your money never touches the other party until the plate is safely transferred. Escrow.com holds all funds, protecting buyers against non‑delivery and ensuring sellers get paid promptly.
We verify every buyer and seller and cross‑check plate ownership with state registries. This extra diligence helps prevent fraud and guarantees plates are eligible for transfer.
Should anything go wrong, our dedicated team is here to help. We guide both sides through the process, including paperwork and transfer timeframes.
Seller Fee
- Minimum Fee$50 (successful sales)
- Maximum FeeCapped At $7,500
- GSTIncluded
Buyer Fee
- Minimum Fee$50 (successful sales)
- Maximum FeeCapped At $7,500
- GSTIncluded
MarketPlates ✔ Balanced & Protected
- Split, modest fee across buyer & seller
- Funds held in Escrow.com until transfer
- ID & ownership verification on both sides
- Human support & dispute resolution
Others ✖ Hidden Or One‑Sided
- Seller‑only commissions or buyer‑only premiums
- Limited safeguards; payment risk remains
- Little to no verification of parties
- Minimal help once issues arise
Payments & Safety
Your money never touches the other party until the plate is transferred.
Verified Plates
Real plates, real checks — matched to state records and plate category.
We validate existence against state records.
We confirm the correct type (e.g. personalised, heritage).
We check the plate can legally be transferred.

How It Works – FAQs
Quick answers. Jump to Payments or Verification.
How Do I List A Plate?
Are There Any Fees Or Commissions When You List Or Buy A Plate?
How Do I Become A Verified Seller?
Tips For Creating A Great Listing
How Are Payments Protected?
How Do I Negotiate An Offer?
Do I Need To Remove My Plate From My Car Before Listing?
Fees
Transparent fees with peace of mind built in.
Our goal is a worry-free marketplace. We invest in protection and service that benefit both parties.
We don’t hide costs or pile fees on one side — we split a modest marketplace fee between buyer and seller. It’s a small price for peace of mind and a smoother transaction for everyone.
Fee example
Change the sale amount to see buyer/seller fees with minimums and caps applied.
Example: $2,000 → Buyer fee $80.00, Seller fee $80.00.
* Escrow.com supports bank transfers at no charge. PayPal and Credit card payments are subject to an additional Payment Processing Fee of 3.05% and approval (maximum amount of 5,000.00 USD/AUD/EUR/GBP). For international transfers an international wire transfer of $25 is payable by the buyer.
Buy & Sell Plates, Safely
Verified plates. Payments are held securely by a third party (Escrow.com) until the plate transfer is confirmed.
Buy & Sell Plates, Safely
Verified plates. Payments via Escrow.com.
Buy a Plate
Browse, make an offer, pay via escrow, receive transfer.
Sell a Plate
List, review offers, secure payment, confirm transfer.

Buyer: the 4‑step flow
A short, safe path from offer to ownership.
Verify
Quick checks keep everyone safe before money moves.
Make an offer
Ask questions, agree a price, and lock it in.
Transfer & release
Once paperwork clears, escrow releases funds to the seller.
Seller: the 4‑step flow
List confidently. Get paid when transfer is confirmed.
List your plate
Clear photos, honest details, verified category & state.
Review offers
Chat, negotiate, and accept the best offer.
Buyer pays to escrow
Money is held securely — not released to you yet.
Confirm transfer
Once transfer is complete, escrow releases your payout.

Payments & Safety
Your money never touches the other party until the plate is transferred.
Verified Plates
Real plates, real checks — matched to state records and plate category.
We validate existence against state records.
We confirm the correct type (e.g. personalised, heritage).
We check the plate can legally be transferred.

How It Works – FAQs
Quick answers. Jump to Payments or Verification.
How do I list a plate?
Are there any fees or commissions when you list or buy a plate?
How do I become a Verified Seller?
Tips for creating a great listing
How are payments protected?
How do I negotiate an offer?
Do I need to remove my plate from my car before listing?

How It Works

Secure Payments via Escrow.com
Your money is never at risk. It’s safely held by a trusted third party until both sides are happy.
We work with Escrow.com, the world’s most secure online escrow service. Payment is only released after the plate is transferred and confirmed. It’s the safest way to buy and sell plates—full stop.
Verified Plate Backgrounds
We don’t just list any plate. Every plate on Marketplates.com is verified for authenticity before it goes live, so you can buy with confidence.
We check that the plate exists, is correctly categorised, and matches state records.
