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Wondering how do I scrap my car for cash today? Here's how you can enjoy free scrap car removal in three easy steps.
Just enter the reg and mileage of your scrap car to get instant scrap my car quotes from companies offering legally compliant car scrapping services in the UK .
Accept the best price you can get from our network to scrap your car. Book an appointment with the car scrapping company and enjoy free scrap car removal.
Get fast payment while scrapping your car through us. All the scrap car buyers on our panel will transfer the full amount directly into your bank account.
Wondering where to scrap my car online in the UK? Turn your scrap car into fast cash with Exchange My Car.
Your quest of where can I scrap my car ends here. We provide a one-stop solution to turn your scrap car into fast cash with just a few clicks. You don't have to visit multiple scrap yards or contact individual car-scrapping services.
Exchange My Car connects you with a network of licensed car scrapping companies offering legally-compliant and environment-friendly car scrapping services in the UK. So, you never feel out of options and always have a choice.
We buy any car and we scrap any car. There's no limit on the types of cars you can scrap with us. Our partner scrap car buyers can scrap junk cars, flood-damaged cars, MOT failure, cars on finance, and even complete non-runners.
Enjoy completely free scrap car removal from anywhere in the UK, including but not limited to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Coventry, Liverpool, Sheffield, Leicester, Bristol, Nottingham, Leeds, and even Scotland.
Wondering how do I scrap my car for best price? Get all the information you need to maximise your payout while using our DVLA scrap my service in these guides.
Scrapping your car is often the best choice when your vehicle isn't safe to drive or simply won't move anymore. Sometimes, cars get to a point where repairs cost more than the car is actually worth. In those cases, if you sell your car for scrap, it makes a lot of sense. It saves you money and hassle in the long run. You get a clean break while earning good money from your car.
Similarly, if your insurer has written off your car as a Category A or B, you don't really have a choice. You have to scrap it. Insurance write-offs are either too damaged to fix or only parts of it can be salvaged. Trying to keep such a car on the road is illegal. By choosing to scrap your car, you hand over the responsibility and liability, and in return, you get cash. Plus, if you've still got some vehicle tax left, you might even get a refund on that.
By scrapping your car, you're also doing the right thing environmentally. Scrapping helps recycle valuable materials and reduces waste, which is great for the planet. So if your car isn't moving or is costing you more than it's worth, don't stress.
See how much your scrap car is worth with Exchange My Car, and turn it into fast cash today. Car scrapping services on our panel will also offer free scrap car removal from your doorstep. It's simple, safe, and smart to scrap your car with Exchange My Car.
You can scrap your car from anywhere in the UK with us. Car scrapping companies on our panel can provide free scrap car removal services
in all the areas of the UK. The areas covered by our partner companies include, but are not limited to:
To scrap your car with Exchange My Car, you'll need the V5 logbook certificate (registered in the name of the current keeper) and a Photo ID (driver's licence or passport).
Along with that, you would need proof of address (a recent utility bill dated within the last three months) and car keys (including any spares).
You can use Exchange My Car's free scrap car value calculator to estimate how much you will get for your scrap. However, please remember that the worth of your scrap car varies with factors such as the make, model, age, mileage, weight, overall condition, and more.
Yes, car scrapping companies on our panel can still scrap your car if you don't have the V5 logbook. However, you would need to provide other documents for identification and proof of ownership. Plus, you would also need to hand over at least one key to the car.
Yes, if you've scrapped your car, you must notify the DVLA. If you have the V5C logbook, it has a specific section that you'll have to send to DVLA. Before April 2019, that section was 9. In newer versions, it's section 4.Â
If you don't have the V5C, send your name, registration number, make, model, and scrap date to DVLA. The DVLA will update its records accordingly and issue a Certificate of Destruction.
However, while scrapping your car through Exchange My Car, the partner car scrapping companies will handle all the paperwork. This makes the entire car scrapping process easy for you.
No, you will not receive cash when you scrap your car through Exchange My Car. Instead, you'll get paid fast via bank transfer once the deal is finalised.
Since 2013, it has been illegal to pay in cash while buying any car, including scrap cars. The car scrapping companies on Exchange My Car's panel operate under the law and avoid making transactions that can expose you to legal risks. Therefore, all the scrap car companies on the panel will only pay you via bank transfer.
Yes, Exchange My Car only connects you with car scrapping companies that offer free scrap car removal in your given location. This service is totally free and doesn't cost anything. Exchange My Car provides an end-to-end free car scrapping service in the UK.
Car scrapping companies on the Exchange My Car's panel can collect and transport scrap cars from areas including but not limited to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Coventry, Liverpool, Sheffield, Leicester, Bristol, Nottingham, Leeds, and even Scotland.
Yes. If you have remaining months of vehicle tax, you can apply for a refund from the DVLA after scrapping your vehicle. You have to show your documents to the DVLA and confirm all the details. If you don't, you may lose the unused tax.
Yes, you can keep your personalised number plate before scrapping. For this, you must apply through the DVLA and pay the £80 fee. Once approved, you'll receive a V778 retention certificate and a new V5C listing the vehicle as 'retained'. Make sure you have these before your car is scrapped. If you don't, you may lose the plate.
Absolutely! Exchange My Car can help scrap your car even if it doesn't move. Car scrapping services on our panel are equipped to handle cars in any condition, including those that won't start.Â
Once you accept an offer, our partnered scraping service will arrange for your car to be collected at a time that suits you. Most importantly, the transportation of your non-moving scrap car won't cost you a penny.
Yes, you can definitely scrap your damaged car through Exchange My Car. It doesn't matter if your car has cosmetic or mechanical issues.Â
Exchange My Car's network of trusted scrap dealers buys cars in all conditions. Exchange My Car offers a simple and reliable way to get cash for a damaged vehicle without the stress of selling privately.
Absolutely! If your car has failed its MOT and you're not keen on spending money on repairs, scrapping it through Exchange My Car is a smart option.Â
You can get instant car scrapping offers, and if you accept the offer, the scrap dealer will collect your car for free at a time that suits you. This means you avoid the cost and inconvenience of fixing a car that might not be worth it, while still turning it into fast cash easily.
Yes, you can easily scrap your car even if it's still on finance with Exchange My Car. Exchange My Car's partner scrap car buyers can also assist you in managing the remaining balance with your lender.Â
To start, please contact your finance provider to obtain a settlement figure for your car on finance. If the selling price of your scrap car exceeds the settlement figure, you will receive the surplus. However, if the selling price of your scrap car is lower than the settlement amount, you will need to cover the difference.
AÂ Certificate of Destruction is proof that you are no longer responsible for the car. Once your car is scrapped, you get a CoD from an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF).Â
It confirms that your car has been destroyed in line with legal and environmental standards. It is usually delivered within 7 days of scrapping.
CAT A and CAT B cars in the UK are the categories of insurance write-offs in the UK.Â
CAT A cars are considered too damaged to be repaired. Cars in this category must be scraped and no parts from a Cat A vehicle can be salvaged or reused.Â
On the other hand, a CAT B car has suffered significant damage but some parts might be salvaged for use on other vehicles before the car itself is scrapped.