Sell My Vehicle For Salvage
Compare Salvage Quotes For Your Vehicle.
Selling a car as salvage doesn’t need to be long winded and painful. By using Scrap Car Comparison you’re guaranteed the very best price thanks to our wide network of expert buyers.
Quick Sale
With our network of trusted buyers, we’ll get your car out of your hand much faster than any private sale.
Best Price
Don’t waste time calling around looking for the best price. With buyers at our beck and call, we’ll get you the best price instantly.
Free Collection
We can collect your car from any location in the UK, meaning you can sell to buyers anywhere in the country, at no cost to you.
Salvaging in detail
Salvaging in detailSalvaging can come in many shapes and sizes, from a multitude of problems. Here’s a few of the reasons that could result in your vehicle being sold for salvage.
Selling your damaged car
Whether your car has been damaged in an accident or has mechanical issues that are too costly to repair, we can help. Damaged cars often have a plethora of usable spare parts that make them ideal for salvage sales.
Sell an MOT Failure
Failing an MOT can often leave people feeling stranded and helpless. Those feelings can be made even worse if getting to a pass requires a hefty garage bill first. If you’re not prepared for the repairs, then we know someone who is. They’ll likely pay more as salvage than you’d get if you just sold as scrap.
Sell my written-off car
When a car’s damage would cost more to repair than it would to buy the car outright, it’s defined as a write-off. Not with us. We’re more than happy to take your write-off from you, and chances are they’ll fetch a good salvage price.
Buying back from insurers
If your car has been written off, you might think that it’s game over. But did you know you can actually buy your car back from the insurer? Perhaps you think you can get more elsewhere, or you’re prepared to fix it yourself. Either way, we can help you to get the very best price.
Our expert advice
⏫ Be as accurate as possible – Accuracy is key when getting a salvage quote for your vehicle. Playing down any damages may boost your initial quote, but it’ll be obvious as soon as your vehicle is collected. Ensure you get an accurate figure and paid what you’re offered by being as detailed as possible on the initial call.
⏫ Don’t worry about your location – When you’re using Scrap Car Comparison to sell a salvage vehicle, you don’t need to worry about where your buyer is based. We come to you. We work with the UK’s biggest collection agent, meaning we can collect from anywhere. Our agents are also experts at collecting cars of all conditions, so they’ll have the tools to pick up yours even if it’s a non-runner.
⏫ Don’t think a denied insurance claim is the end of the road – Just because your insurers won’t pay out for your car doesn’t mean it’s worthless. Give our team a call today and we’ll make sure you get the very best price for its condition.
Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- We deal with over 150,000 enquiries for salvage and End-of-Life vehicles every month.
- Since the company was founded, we’ve taken a staggering 38,000 tonnes of vehicles off the road.
- We’ve also paid out over £18 million since the company began, whilst also donating over £750,000 to charity in the past four years.
You may have seen us
Testimonials
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Friendly, helpful and polite staff who went to a lot of trouble to get the best salvage quote for my car and to make the process go as smoothly as possible.” – Trezise.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Fantastic company to deal with from start to finish & no pressure to use them. Great communication throughout & got me best price to salvage my car.” – Marie
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“The arrangement with the salvage company was quick and pain-free. The money was paid within 12 hours. The customer service people were very helpful and quick to respond.” – Graham
Salvage Categories
If your car has been written off by your insurance company, then it will have been put into one of four damage categories. These categories will also dictate on how the car must be treated going forward.
These categories are named A, B, S and N. You may have also heard of categories C and D, but these were phased out in favour of the easier to explain categories S and N. We’ve broken these down below in further detail for you
- Cat A
- The most extreme cases fall in to Category A. This means the vehicle is damaged beyond all repair and must be scrapped. Under no circumstances can a Cat A vehicle be repaired or put back on the road.
- Cat B
- Sometimes standing for ‘Break’, Category B vehicles are similar those in Cat A as they must be scrapped. However, in this instance some salvageable parts may be reused on other vehicles. The car itself, though, must never return to the road.
- Cat S
- Formerly known as Cat C, the S stands for ‘Structural’, meaning the car can be repaired and put back on the road, but has suffered some form of structural damage resulting in it being uneconomical to repair.
- Cat N
- Previously categories as Cat D, Category N cars are also able to be repaired and put back on the road. In this instance, the N stands for ‘Non-Structural’, meaning the cause for the write-off is not down to any structural damage. This could mean an electrical fault or similar, and often these are the simplest write-offs to bring back to a roadworthy state.
Step by step guide
1. Get a base quote
Simply pop your registration plate and postcode into our generator and we’ll figure out the basic price of your car. This price will be the price if you were to sell as a scrap vehicle, the next step is where salvaging comes in.
3. Accept a price
Once you’ve given your details and been presented with your offers, it’s up to you to accept a quote. Our team will then put you in touch with the buyer to arrange mutually convenient collection time and location.
2. Give some more detail
Salvage requires some more information than scrap. Our team will be in touch to ask a few questions regarding the condition of your car. After that you’ll be presented with a more accurate quote.
4. Say goodbye
Our network of agents operate in all UK postcodes, and we will arrange a swift and free, collection. The money will be transferred on the day of collection, bringing an end to your car dramas in a swift and simple manner.
Environmental Benefits of Salvaging
Like most people we at Scrap Car Comparison aim to be as environmentally friendly as possible. Following research, we have discovered that salvaging vehicles is regularly more environmentally friendly than scrapping.
Most scrap cars will be replaced by a brand new one – either by its owner or by another new driver joining the roads. The energy and materials to build and ship a brand new car far outweighs the environmental impact of keeping an old car on the road. With this in mind, we will always try to find you the best salvage quote possible when you use our service.
This also works out better for you anyway! Salvage quotes are often higher than scrap quotes anyway. This means you’ll be getting more money in your account at the end of the day – and being more sustainable at the same time!
FAQs
What is a salvage car?
A salvage vehicle is a car that is sold to be broken up for parts. Unlike a scrap vehicle, salvage vehicles can have parts removed from them before they are disposed of. More often than not, these will be Category S or N insurance write-offs. Scrap cars, on the other hand are regularly Category A or B write-offs.
Who buys salvage vehicles?
Salvage cars are often bought by specialists who will be able to carry out the necessary work to get them back in working order. They may even strip them of their surviving parts to help another car get driving again. Scrap Car Comparison works with these buyers up and down the country to ensure you’re getting the very best price in the quickest and easiest way possible.
How is salvage value calculated?
The value of a salvage car is calculated by researching car values and getting repair quotes from local garages. First, find out how much your car would likely cost on the used car market if it was in full working condition. Then deduct any quotes you have received for the cost of repairs.
This is a general calculation to work out the value of a salvage car. Remember, this is only an estimate and there can be some movement in either direction.
Can salvage value be zero?
It is very unlikely a vehicle will have no salvage value at all, but in certain cases this could happen. There will usually be some value left within your vehicle’s parts, even if your vehicle is a non-runner. Items such as the engine, catalytic converter and wheels, tyres and rims can all be valuable.
Can you remove a salvage title?
No. If your car has been written off into either the S or N category, there is nothing you can do to get rid of that marker on your log book. The incident is a part of your car’s life story, and cannot be removed. This does not apply to category A or B write-offs as these have to be scrapped rather than repaired and salvaged.
Can you insure a salvage vehicle?
Any car on the road must be insured before they can be deemed road legal, so yes, you can insure a salvage vehicle. The reality is, however, that it is likely to cost more and it could be harder to find a premium in the first place. Some insurers may pay out very little for the car itself as they’ll believe there isn’t much value left in it. Others, meanwhile, may only offer you larger premiums citing larger safety concerns as the reason.
Can you finance a salvage vehicle?
Salvage title vehicles can be financed, however it may be more challenging than financing a vehicle with no title. This is because of the risks associated with the vehicle. Even though it may have been repaired, restored and be in good working order.
Articles
Calculate Car Insurance Buy Back
If your car has been written off, then you might be considering buying it back yourself. Find out here how much you should be paying
What documents are needed to sell as salvage?
Selling a broken car requires a certain amount of paperwork. Let us guide you through the documents you’ll need for a hassle-free salvaging process
How to declare SORN online
If your damaged car is unlikely to move for a long time, then declaring as SORN could save you some money. Find out how here.
Selling as salvage without the V5C logbook
The logbook is an integral part of any car sale, so if you haven’t got your V5C, the process changes slightly. Let us guide you what to do without your car’s logbook.
