
Selling your car to a salvage yard is a great way to get quick cash for a vehicle that’s no longer roadworthy or worth repairing. However, to get the best price and a smooth transaction, it’s important to follow a few key tips. Here’s how you can make the most of selling your car to a salvage yard like We Buy Scrap Cars & Vans.
1. Get Multiple Quotes
Shop Around: Don’t settle for the first offer you receive. Contact several local salvage yards and compare quotes to find the best deal for your vehicle.
Provide Accurate Information: Give details about your car’s make, model, year, and condition. Accurate information helps you get a fair quote that reflects your car’s actual value.
2. Understand Your Car’s Value
Check the Market Value: Research your car’s current market value, even if it’s no longer running. This will give you a baseline to compare offers and ensure you’re not being underpaid.
Know the Worth of Parts: If your car has functional parts like a working engine, transmission, or electronics, these can increase its value. Salvage yards often pay more for cars with valuable, reusable parts.

3. Gather Important Documents
Have the Title Ready: Most salvage yards require proof of ownership to purchase your vehicle. Make sure you have the car’s title (V5C in the UK) ready to transfer ownership.
Notify Authorities: After selling your car, notify your local DMV (in the US) or DVLA (in the UK) that the vehicle has been sold to ensure you are no longer liable for it.
4. Remove Personal Belongings
Clean Out the Car: Before the salvage yard picks up your car, remove any personal belongings from the interior. Check the glove box, trunk, and under the seats to ensure you haven’t left anything behind.
Take Off License Plates: Depending on your location, you may need to remove the license plates before the car is towed away. Check with your local regulations to see if you need to return them.
5. Arrange for Free Pickup
Ask About Towing Fees: Some salvage yards charge for towing, which can reduce your overall profit. At We Buy Scrap Cars & Vans, we offer free pickup, saving you time and money.
Schedule a Convenient Time: Choose a time that works best for you, and make sure to confirm the pickup details with the salvage yard.
Why Sell to We Buy Scrap Cars & Vans?
- Top Cash Offers: We provide competitive prices for your scrap car, ensuring you get the best value.
- Free Towing: We offer free collection, no matter the condition of your vehicle.
- Quick Payment: Get paid instantly when we pick up your car, with no waiting period.
- Environmentally Friendly: We recycle all usable parts through responsible Auto Salvage and Scrap Yard practices.
- Hassle-Free Process: From the initial quote to the final payment, we make selling your car easy and stress-free.
FAQs
Contact us with your car’s details, and we’ll provide a fast, no-obligation quote.
No, we offer free towing and pickup for all vehicles.
You’ll receive payment immediately when we collect your car.
Contact Us
Ready to sell your car to a salvage yard? Contact We Buy Scrap Cars & Vans today. We are located at:
We Buy Scrap Cars & Vans
Yard 1 A, Mount Alexander,
Fort William, The Highlands,
PH33 7NF
Phone: 0800 680 9005
Email: buyer@webuyscrapcarsandvans.co.uk
WhatsApp: 4407979603739
Turn your scrap car into cash with our reliable and easy service!