Frequently Asked Questions
How much is my scrap car worth?
At scrapmycaruk.com we constantly get asked the question ? How can i get the best price and the highest price when im scrapping my car We have put together some answers to the most frequently asked questions.
How can i get the best price for my scrap car?
At scrapmycaruk.com we constantly get asked the question ? How can i get the best price and the highest price when im scrapping my car We have put together some answers to the most freWhen scrapping your car one of the best ways to get the most amount of money is leave the car in its original condition. genuine Alloy wheels and all parts must be left on this includes all the body panels Catalytic converter & the battery all these items will get you the most money as car scrap yards and metal merchants will value the car for more.
At scrapmycaruk.com we work with registered end of life vehicle centres and car Breakers when you scrap your car with a ATF they will recycle all the valuable parts from your car so you will receive the best amount of money.
When you dispose of your scrap car with a metal merchant you will only be paid based on the weight of your vehicle so this might not be the very best way We pay on average anywhere from £150 - £5000 for scrap cars based on age mileage and condition but we take a number of factors in to consideration we also work with Exporters that will dismantle your car engine and car parts for overseas customers.
If your car is generally in good condition its better if you can sell your car on to someone who is looking for a new vehicle. However if your car is beyond economical repair or failed its mot then its easier just scrapping it.
The best way to receive the maximum amount and the best price for your scrap car is visit our website scrapmycaruk.com And enter your registration number for a quick instant online quote we will save you the time trying to look around online and contacting all the local car scrap yards in the area. You will receive the highest prices all throughout the uk from partner's frequently asked questions.
Do I Need Proof to scrap my car?
If you are looking at scrapping your car and ever wondered what proof you need then you have definitely arrived at the correct place at scrapmycaruk.com we can answer the most common answers to your questions.
If your car has come to its end of life or failed a mot or you just looking to scrap it then you will need to provide some proof that you are the rightful owner. We have listed below some of the Identification we accept and require
- copy of your driving licence
- Utility bill
- Passport
We accept all utility bills or a council tax letter all within the last 3 months if you dont have a up to date utility bill then A bank statement within the last 3 months should be fine. You will also need to provide a picture identification with your address a driving licence is usually fine.
You can still scrap your car even if you don't have the V5C document all you will need is a driving licence and Your bank statement. We only can pay via bank transfer in to your bank account. We will need a sort code and account number. We have registered scrap car buyers on our network if you are a trade customer or have a garage or a used car dealership you can register with our ATF centres once registered we will not require any proof after that in the future if you scrap any more cars.
Our end of life centre's and scrap car collection agents offer a national UK coverage and all are vetted with the dvla and environment Agency and local council So if you looking at scrapping your car in the future visit our website scrapmycaruk.com And enter your car registration number and you can choose the best quote.
What is a End of Life Car - Vehicle?
Scrapmycaruk.com is a end of life vehicle centre. We have a network of scrap car buyers and collectors registered on our network. If you continue reading we will explain in detail what an ELV site is - a end of life vehicle centre what it actually is.
Basically a end of life VEHICLE centre is a registered site which is licensed and regulated by the environment Agency and local council when a car reaches its end of life and is no.longer road worthy then it is scrapped and processed at a end of life centre. Every year there are over 1 million cars in the uk that are scrapped.
What Cars are processed at a end of Life Vehicle Centre?
our scrap car partners collect all makes and models each year some of these cars are either to old or beyond economical repair some are high milage and some vehicles are involved in a accident. our scrap car collectors are all registered end of life car status and have a up to date site permit
What Happens at a end of Life Vehicle Centre?
Once your scrap car is booked in and collected by our elv centre the car is basically depplouted of all waste oils the petrol and diesel is removed and stored safely in storage tankers all car parts are sold off to customers online tyres are removed and sent off for recycling batteries are removed and sold on.
All our elv sites collect all cars including scrap cars, vans 4x4 and all other vehicles. If you are looking at scrapping your car to government standards visit our website enter your registration numbers and within seconds you will start to receive instant online quotes.
Scrap My Car Manchester Free Online Price
Scrapmycaruk.com is an online car comparison website we cover all throughout the uk and the whole of manchester. Our scrap car agents have worked in the manchester area for almost 30 years we cover the city centre and beyond all areas of manchester are covered within minutes.
We pay any where from £500 - £5000 Our partners offer a free collection service and a instant cash and bank transfer we are connected with some of the largest car recycling centres and end of life vehicle centres across manchester scrap my car manchester has been established for almost a decade gone are the days where you would ring around all day your local scrap yards trying to get the very best scrap car price we have made life so much easy and simple when scrapping your car in manchester and all surrounding boroughs.
What Cars do we collect in Manchester?
Ever wondered what cars we collect well basically 99% of the cars we collect are Anything from cars vans 4x4 vehicles Accident damaged engine failures and loads more
Our Scrap my car near me service
We now offer a scrap my car near me manchester service this basically takes away all the stress from our customers. When you use our scrap my car near me service via our website. Visit Scrapmycaruk.com and type your registration number you will receive our no obligation quote once you are satisfied your car will be collected from our scrap car partners in manchester this will be a ELV site in your postcode area so you will not need to travel far we offer a same day collection service any where in manchester with free collection and competitive prices If your car is fitted with Alloy wheels and genuine catalytic converter we can pay up to £1000 more for your car depending on the make model and year. So if you looking at scrapping your car in manchester visit our website today for a free online quote and we will connect you with local scrap car collection businesses in manchester.
Can I get paid cash when I scrap my car?
On a regular basis we get asked by our customers, when visiting our website Scrapmycaruk.com can i get paid in Cash for my scrap car the answer is no This is illegal with the change in law in 2013
Scrap Metal Dealers ACT 2012
In 2013 the law changed no scrap metal dealers or merchants scrap yards or any business trading in metal can not pay in cash - all payments must be done via cheque or electronic bank transfer. Any scrap metal dealer that pays cash risks paying up to a £5000 fine this law is introduced to stamp out metal theft.
Registered scrap metal dealers
When scrapping your car or using a metal dealer its always best to use a licensed business who is registered with the local Authority And holds a scrap metal dealers licence, this is to insure you are scrapping your car with a reputable dealer at scrapmycaruk.com all our partners are registered with environment Agency and the local council as a registered end of life vehicle centre all scrap car dealers are vetted and hold the correct licences and insurance policy to operate a scrap yard and car recycling facility
Scrap My Car Burnley – Get An Instant Online Valuation
Thanks to us, the car scrapping in Burnley just became a lot easier. Scrap my car Burnley has been brought to your doorstep as we cover the whole area of Burnley. We are scrap car collectors and recyclers with a locally based scrap yard, we also offer our service via our network of scrap collectors throughout the UK.
We are the 1st choice when it comes to getting rid of your unwanted scrap car, we offer:
- Free collection
- Immediate bank transfer and instant cash.
The local areas we cover in Burnley include Brierfield, Worsthorne, Accrington, Hampton, Mereclough, Higham, Turf Moor and Clow Bridge. No matter where you are via our website you can receive an instant valuation for your vehicle.
We buy all types of cars and vans throughout Burnley at a competitive price, no matter what the make and model, condition, mileage, running or not we are more than happy to purchase. After buying your car they are transported back to our local car scrap recycling centre to be fully depolluted of all harmful contaminants.
Why Should You Choose To scrap Your Car With Us In Burnley?
We have made scrap my car Burnley less of a hassle as we have simplified the process via our website.
All you need do is to enter your car registration and get an instant scrap quote, if you decide to proceed you can confirm your car collection online and a booking reference is generated, the final step in the process is down to our scrap car team to contact you and arrange the collection of your scrap car in Burnley.
Our car recovery specialists will arrange delivery at a time that best suits you. We cover Burnley and all surrounding areas beyond Lancashire.
We also take care of the legal paperwork when you sell your car with Scrap My car UK, this is an important part when you are selling your vehicle as it notifies DVLA of change of ownership and removes liability, and lets DVLA know that your vehicle has gone to an ATF authorised treatment facility for scrap cars.
We are a fully licensed scrap car recycling and collection company, we also have a correct environmental license, waste carrier, site license and the correct road risk insurance in place to move scrap cars.
We have full DVLA ATF status as the Gov.UK has stated that scrap cars must only be passed to an ATF facility to be recycled correctly.
Our ATF status has given us permission to issue a certificate of destruction on all scrap cars after they are processed. Our services and relationship with our customers have made us a recognised scrap car buyer locally and nationally.
Scrap Car Prices In Burnley
Our website requires just your car registration and postcode to instantly give you a correct scrap car value, our system correctly calculates a price based on weight and other factors such as year, make, and model. We use leading vehicle data providers to give us full vehicle details and weight in order to give you the highest possible price for your car, all quoted prices are valid for 30 days.
A local rate telephone number is also provided should you want to have a chat with us regarding the quote you have received.
If you decide to scrap your car we use you can quickly book in online, we fix a convenient time for you as we place our customers first by allowing you to choose a time that suits you. We also collect from your place of work or garage and you can also visit our scrap yard centre.
On the day of collection, one of our car transporters will arrive at the vehicle location, at the time of collection we will process your payment instantly via bank transfer. The only thing the driver will need to take is a copy of your ID such as a driving license or a passport. If a passport is used to verify identity then it must be accompanied by a utility bill in your name dated within the past 3 months. These requirements are a legal requirement as per the Scrap Metal Dealers Act.
Recycling Of Your Car
Scrap my car Burnley does recycling in an environment-friendly manner at a high standard. We also operate a car breakers yard where as well as scrap cars we also process end-of-life vehicles.
Reasons Why Car Owners Scrap Their Cars
Insurance Written off Vehicles, Salvage or accident damaged car can be very expensive to repair and sometimes the cost can exceed the value of your car. In such a situation scrapping your car will be the best option.
The most common reasons why people scrap their cars are majorly due to road traffic accidents. The damage caused by these accidents can lead to an uneconomical repair that is not financially viable to do so.
MOT failures – cars can fail the MOT failure due to many reasons and this can render your car unusable due to the high cost of repair and parts. MOT failures can be due to engine wear or a mechanical condition. Our trucks are readily available to collect cars with such issues either from the garage or the owner’s house for scrapping.
Apart from MOT failures and salvage cars, we have customers wanting us to remove their car for scrap simply because they no longer have a use for it anymore or due to its age or value and it is just parked up using valuable drive space.
Can I scrap my car if I have lost my V5C or Keys?
Yes, you can. A poof of ID is required with payment done via bank transfer. If not V5C is present we will help you with the steps you need to do to update DVLA that your car has now gone for scrap to our scrap yard, this can easily be done online.
Our professionalism, friendliness, and efficient service have given us an edge at scrap my car Burnley. We provide conveniences from the beginning of your journey to the very end. We are experts in the scrap my car business. Whether we break the car for reuse or we depollute, you can be sure of the best service.
Scrap my car Burnley offer the best price and offers a free same day scrap car collection.
Our reliability has made us the success we are today, Scrap my car Burnley has gone above and beyond to provide a valued service to the local Burnley community and at the same time financial benefit from the best prices we offer.