What is Cazoo?: Dispelling the myths

We get it. Rumours spread fast, and when your hard-earned money is on the line, you deserve straight answers. So let's clear the air.

In this post, we'll walk you through the most common questions people ask about Cazoo today. No spin, no jargon – just honest explanations of who we are, who owns us, and what we actually do. By the end, you'll know exactly what to expect.

Is Cazoo still trading?

Yes, we absolutely are. Here's the honest version of the story.

Cazoo was purchased by Motors and now operates as a used-car marketplace brand. In June 2026, both brands merged into one, and we relaunched under new ownership.

The key thing to know? We're not the same business model as before. Same familiar name, fresh approach.

Has Cazoo gone bust?

This is the myth we hear most often, so let's tackle it head-on.

The original Cazoo business is no longer operating in its previous form; that part's true. But the brand didn't simply vanish. It was acquired by Motors and relaunched as a marketplace.

Think of it less as an ending and more as a new chapter. The name you know is still very much here, just doing things differently.

Does Cazoo deliver cars?

Here's where a lot of people are pleasantly surprised.

Cazoo doesn't deliver cars. In fact, we don't sell them either. What we do is connect car buyers like you with dealers and their stock of cars for sale.

That said, some dealers may offer delivery. If that's important to you, it's worth asking the dealer selling you the car directly, as any delivery is organised and arranged by them. A quick question upfront can save you a lot of guesswork later.

Is Cazoo trustworthy?

We'd love to just say "yes, of course" – but trust is earned, not claimed. So here's what backs us up.

Cazoo is now backed by Motors, a long-established automotive marketplace business with nearly 20 years' experience and strong relationships with dealers across the country.

That's decades of knowing this industry inside out. And we'd rather you didn't just take our word for it. Have a read of our Trustpilot reviews and take a look at our dedicated trust and safety page to see for yourself.

Who owns Cazoo?

Simple answer: Motors owns Cazoo.

Motors acquired the brand and relaunched it as part of its marketplace strategy. Then, in June 2026, the two names merged to become simply Cazoo.

So while the ownership has changed, the goal hasn't: helping you find the right car with confidence.

What happened to Cazoo?

Let's be transparent about the journey, because we think you deserve the full picture.

The original business grew quickly, but its old model didn't last. Rather than let the brand disappear, Motors stepped in, acquired it, and relaunched Cazoo as a marketplace.

The result brings together the Cazoo name you recognise with Motors' marketplace experience and trusted dealer network. In short, the best of both worlds.

Quick recap

Here's everything in a nutshell:

• Still trading? Yes – as a used-car marketplace brand.
• Gone bust? The old model is gone, but the brand was relaunched by Motors. Now motors is Cazoo.
• Deliver cars? No – we connect you with dealers, and some dealers may offer delivery.
• Trustworthy? Backed by Motors, with nearly 20 years' industry experience.
• Who owns us? Motors – the two brands merged in June 2026. Now, though, Motors is Cazoo.
• What happened? Old model didn't last; Motors relaunched Cazoo as a marketplace.

The bottom line

Change can raise a lot of questions, and we'd rather answer them openly than let the rumours do the talking. The Cazoo you know today is a used-car marketplace, backed by Motors and its decades of experience, built to connect you with trusted dealers.

So what's your next step? If you're ready to start browsing, take a look at the cars available through our dealer network. And if you're still weighing things up, pop over to our Trustpilot reviews and trust and safety page – because the best way to build trust is to let the facts speak for themselves.

We're glad you asked. Now let's help you find the right car.

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