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R Newton - Verified Buyer

Superb service and communication throughout the process , car off the premises within three days. Extremely professional. Strongly recommend.

A Horner - Verified Buyer

That was so easy!!! Great driver who picked up our old banger. Very helpful and polite. Thanks.

D Foster - Verified Buyer

Everyone I had spoken to went above and beyond to help with any issues/ questions I had. Very helpful and I would definitely recommend.

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Offered the best price, very polite and professional. Came when they said they would and paid very promptly. Highly recommended.

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Scrap My Car Halstead

Motorists in Halstead can find the best price for their old, broken down or damaged car in a matter of seconds. Local professional scrap dealers are a part of our network and keen to buy your vehicle from you, and we even offer free collection for every customer! Get a quote now.

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Give us an accurate description of your car and we'll give you a guaranteed price. You'll know exactly what you'll be paid.

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Don't worry about getting your car to the scrapyard of your own accord - we'll handle that so you can sit back and relax!

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

    • We are the nation’s favourite vehicle scrapping comparison service!

    • We have offered over £275 MILLION to drivers in Halstead & around the UK!

    • We’ve removed more than 38,000 TONNES worth of cars from the road!

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"Very easy process and friendly people to deal with"

Truly, Braintree

"Very pleased with the service I received. Everything was so straightforward and simple. The person I dealt with on the phone was very friendly and explained things clearly"

Katrina, Halstead

"Hassle free way of selling your car. Job well done. Money it the bank the same day"

Kenny, Tilbury

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✅ MOT failures

✅ Non starters

✅ Insurance write offs

✅ Damaged vehicles

✅ Petrol and diesel vehicles

✅ Uneconomical cars and vans

✅ Missing paperwork

✅ Break downs

✅ SORN vehicles

✅ Electric and hybrid cars

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Our full range of services includes:

Scrap your car

Sell your old or broken down car easily with Scrap Car Comparison. All we need is your vehicle registration and postcode, and we can track down the best offers from Essex-based scrap buyers keen to purchase your vehicle!

Salvage your old vehicle

Salvaging is ideal for those cars that aren't quite ready for the scrap heap just yet. Save yourself the hassle and expenses of repairing or restoring your damaged car, and sell it as salvage with Scrap Car Comparison!

Sell a damaged car

It doesn't matter if your old car has suffered a few bumps and scratches, or has been written off after a nasty crash. We'll still get you a price for your car, offered by professional buyers in your area.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

Commercial vehicles, including buses, vans and even trucks, can be sold as scrap or salvage with us here at Scrap Car Comparison! Get a quote now - you can even cash in on an entire fleet in one go.

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1. Get a quote

Enter your postcode online, or give us a call, and get your vehicle valued today!

2. Accept an offer

Guarantee your price by accepting an offer from one of the local buyers on our network.

3. Get paid

Gather up the documents you need and, when the collector arrives, simply hand over the keys!

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Scrap Car Comparison has partnered with scrap buyers in Halstead to let you sell your old, unwanted or damaged vehicle with ease!

Drivers in and around the CO9 postcode area can get a quote right away, so find out how much your car is worth today – all it takes is entering a few simple details.

We look at the prices offered by professional Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs) around Halstead and further afield across Essex. Sometimes, looking a bit further away can mean getting you a better price. You still won’t have to worry about arranging collection – we handle that for you!

So support businesses in your local area whilst turning your old banger into pure profit, with our comparison service & free collection.

Take a look at the other Essex areas we serve:

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Benfleet

Clacton-on-Sea

Colchester

Southend-on-Sea

Harlow

Grays

Chelmsford

Brentwood

Braintree

Basildon

Is it better to use a scrap yard which is local to me?

The short answer is yes, because the area an individual yard will cover is governed purely by miles and logistics. For example, a yard in Halstead will easily cover the broader Essex area, even up to Southend and Billericay. However, the costs and time associated with going further, and the low margins for scrap yards is why we will instead put you in touch with a partner that’s even more local to you.

Scrap Car Comparison automatically searches for prices in and around your exact location and our comparison engine finds the best option based on where you are weighing in price as well as logistics and speedy collection.

Will the scrap yard offer me any support on the paperwork?

Many people scrapping their cars often need some advice on the paperwork after the car has been collected. The scrap yard staff that we work with are always available to answer any questions when they collect the vehicle. We also have a wealth of expert car scrapping guides on our blog here.

How long have you been operating in the Halstead area?

Whilst Scrap Car Comparison has been around since 2016, many of our associated scrap & salvage dealers in Halstead have actually been in operation for far longer. Decades of experience have allowed them to refine their processes to make collection and removal as easy as can be.

What will happen to my scrap car?

If your car is scrapped then the vehicle will be recycled. This means all of the components and parts will be stripped and processed in line with national environmental standards. Nearly all of the materials will be used to build new cars in what is considered a circular automotive economy. Find out more about car recycling.

How is salvaging different from scrapping?

Car salvaging is the process of reclaiming the vehicle so it isn’t dismantled and recycled, but instead fixed or stripped for parts. Salvaging nearly always gets you a better price for your car or van, but we do need to know more about the car’s condition. Find out how to salvage your car.

What are the scrap car prices in Halstead?

The good news is that scrap car prices are directly linked to the weight of your car. Got something bigger than a car? We can price and scrap your van too. And those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in Halstead and the wider Essex county offer competitive prices for your vehicle. If your car is salvaged, rather than scrapped, then we’ll find the best buyer in the country offering the best price nationally.

How do I get the best price for my car?

Many older or written-off cars aren’t destined for the scrap heap. Some are salvaged for parts or even fully restored. To get the best price, use a service like ours that provides both scrap and salvage quotes. Ensure you describe the car’s condition accurately, as salvage buyers often pay more. Also, check for collection fees—our quotes always include free collection.

But the single most important factor to getting the very best price for your scrap car is to speak directly with one of our advisors! After you accept a quote online, we'll give you a call to confirm details and schedule collection. Use this call to share any info that might boost your offer and get the highest payout possible.

Are you prices really guaranteed?

Salvage quotes depend on the car’s condition, not just its weight. Accurately describing the vehicle ensures the highest price and prevents later adjustments. Misrepresentation can result in lower offers.

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