Turn your old car in maximum charity support
Our Donate a Car Scheme makes donating your vehicle simple, stress-free, and impactful. Unlike giving a car directly to charity, we professionally assess its full salvageable potential and donate that value to the charity of your choice.
No removal fees
No hidden costs ever applied
Donate a car in any condition
100% of your quote price goes to charity
Follow these easy steps…
1. Submit your car online. Get an instant valuation and see what your car is worth.
2. Free nationwide removal — from your home, a garage, or even if it doesn’t run.
3. We maximise the return by using our salvage and scrap network.
4. 100% of your Donation sent to charity, with paperwork sorted and confirmation provided.
What Parts Of My Car Can Be Recycled?
The good news here is that almost every part of your car has the potential to be recycled – It’s by no means just the metal. Throughout the process, the different materials will be separated so that they can be recycled in their own way, essentially using the same process that you use when you recycle your bottles and boxes at home. Glass, fabrics, (some) plastics and, of course, metal can all be isolated during the recycling process and will be repurposed and reused again, either in the automotive industry or in an entirely new field.
What Is the Car Recycling Process?
Recycling a car is a detailed process, but it helps the planet, keeps materials in use, and means dealers can offer you more money for your old car.
Licensed Facilities Only
- Only Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs) can recycle cars legally.
- Using trusted services like Scrap Car Comparison ensures your car is handled safely and lawfully.
Step 1: Salvage Parts
- Reusable parts (e.g., engines, doors, tyres) are stripped for resale.
Step 2: De-pollution
- Harmful fluids (fuel, oil, coolant) are drained.
- Batteries are removed and disposed of correctly.
Step 3: Shredding & Sorting
- The car is shredded into small pieces.
- Magnets pull out metals, leaving plastics, glass and fabrics.
Step 4: Separation
- Vacuums collect lightweight items like fabrics.
- Water separation (Heavy Media) sorts heavier materials by weight.
Step 5: Recycling Leftovers
- Plastics are made into pellets for reuse.
- Fabrics may be repurposed—or even converted into gas for energy.
Support Charities by scrapping your car
We’re proud to say that here at Scrap Car Comparison we have raised millions for a wide range of charities through our Donate A Car and Car Recycling schemes. We can help you get rid of your old, damaged or unwanted vehicle and donate to a chosen charity with one simple phone call. And of course – you can choose to donate as much or as little of your sale as you feel comfortable with. With partners ranging from local charities to major national and international causes, not only can you get rid of your troubled vehicle, but you can help others in need at the same time.
Find out how much you can donate today
- Instant and free online quote in under 2 minutes.
- No hidden costs to you, or your chosen charity.
- Free removal service no matter the location, or condition.
- 100% of you quoted value goes to your charity.
