Scrap Car Collection Grays

When it comes to finding out the scrap value of your car, there are a few key factors to consider. Firstly, the weight of your vehicle plays a significant role. Some cars have a higher scrap metal weight per ton than others, which can greatly affect the price you’ll receive. Secondly, it’s important to ensure your car is complete. Scrap yards generally prefer cars that are complete, as they can salvage valuable parts such as catalytic converters, batteries, and running gear like engines and suspension components. Lastly, the scrap metal market. Prices fluctuate throughout the year due to various factors, so staying informed can help you get the best deal. 

Yes, it’s important to notify the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) if you scrap your car. This ensures that you are no longer the registered keeper of the vehicle. However, you don’t need to worry about handling the paperwork yourself. When you choose us, we take care of all the necessary paperwork for you, including notifying the DVLA.

Yes! We’ll still collect your vehicle even if you’ve lost the keys. However, please note that in most cases, the price offered may decrease as the car could be challenging to remove.

Yes, you can scrap a car not registered to you, but you’ll need to provide certain documents to prove your association with the owner. While the car doesn’t have to be in your name, you must demonstrate that you have permission from the owner to scrap it. This typically involves presenting the relevant sections of the V5C logbook filled out by the owner or providing alternative proof of ownership, such as a letter from the owner granting permission, along with their photo ID and a utility bill.

No, you don’t need the logbook to scrap a car. If for whatever reason you have misplaced the logbook, you can provide photo ID and a utility bill with the corresponding address for proof of ownership.