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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.

- Verified Buyer

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

Scrap My Car Wigan

Get the best price for your scrap car in Wigan with Scrap Car Comparison!

We use our own comparison engine to ensure you get the highest offers possible for your vehicle, from car buyers in your local area with zero stress. Our quotes are instant and collection is totally free, so you won’t even have to worry about getting your car transported to the scrapyard. Get a free, easy quote now.

Instant offers

Get a quote in 30 seconds with just a postcode and vehicle registration number

Guaranteed prices

Lock in your offer when you speak to a member of our team and describe the condition of your car

Free collection

Enjoy a free collection service thanks to our extensive network of scrap dealers

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Extensive Greater Manchester network

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We are the UK’s largest website helping customers sell their scrap and salvage vehicles.
We’ve quoted over £275 MILLION since we started comparing prices.
Our Donate-A-Car charity programme donates thousands of pounds to good causes every month.

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Testimonials

"From start to finish a smooth and efficient service"

Gary, Wigan

"Would not hesitate using your service again."

Ian, Wigan

"Arranged to collect 2 cars on same day and all went smoothly and on time."

Eilleen, Wigan

Money paid out for these vehicles in Wigan

✅ 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

Scrap car services in Wigan

Everything we can do for you and your car in Wigan.

Scrap your car

Scrap your old, unwanted, worn out car in a flash with Scrap Car Comparison. The whole process is fast, free, and designed to be as simple as possible - from initial quote through to collection & payment.

Sell a damaged car

We know that selling damaged cars can be stressful, but not when you sell with us! Don’t risk dealing with time wasters and instead just give us all of your details and we’ll do the hard work for you. We have buyers waiting for cars just like you, and can have your troubled car sold in an instant.

Sell a car as salvage

Did you know you could actually make more money from your car by selling as salvage rather than scrap? If your car is sutiable, it will be broken down and sold on as spare parts instead of just crashed, earning you more as a result. Speak to our team to see if your car could be suitable.

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

Scrap Car Comparison also deal in vans and other commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses. The selling process is the same, and you can even sell an entire fleet of vehicles in one go.

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How to scrap a car in Wigan

1. Get a quote

Simply drop your details (postcode and registration number) into our quote generator and we'll find you a price within seconds. You'll be shown the best prices in your area, and you could even accept an offer there and then. We'll get in touch with you to discuss your options from this point.

2. Provide details

Our call is actually your opportunity to get an even better offer for your car. We'll ask you a few questions about its condition to see whether we could get more for your car by selling it as salvage. Make sure you're accurate in your description, as the price may be guaranteed from this point on, but it is subject to inspection.

3. Collection and payment

And now the part you've been waiting for! One of our specialist collection agents will come out to you to remove your car. Following a brief inspection to ensure the car is as you described, it will be loaded onto the trailer and you'll be paid. The payment is made instantly via bank transfer.

Scrap Locations in Wigan

We offer 100% coverage of Wigan and the surrounding areas, including all postcode areas from WN1 to WN6. Be it Winstanley Marsh Green or Boars Head, you’re on our radar and can benefit from our service! Our scrap collectors also operate across Greater Manchester, so we’ll get you the best price even if it means expanding our range beyond Wigan.

Wigan town centre, Greater Manchester

Bolton

Manchester

Wigan

Stockport

Salford

Rochdale

Oldham

Bury

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Wigan

In Greater Manchester in 2025 we helped 2 new customers sell their old cars. 100% live in Ringway, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 100% came from Ringway, which saw the smallest.
2 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 0 (0%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Greater Manchester was 106,700 miles; the youngest car was 14.7 years, and the oldest was 19 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 99% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 0%, and electric, only 1%.
50% of all the cars were black, 0% were blue, 0% were grey, 0% were red, 50% were silver, and 0% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in Wigan in 2025

Can I scrap an MOT failure or insurance write-off?

MOT failures are some of the most common vehicles we scrap, and can often be an option for those who are unable to repair their cars back to MOT standards. We also wee a lot of insurance write-offs – so no matter how badly damaged your car might be, we’ll always find you a buyer.

What happens to cars when scrapped?

All scrap cars are recycled in line with government regulations. Your car will be stripped back and returned to its raw materials, which can then be recycled and reused again in the manufacturing process. Often these materials will help build new cars.

How much are scrap cars worth in Wigan?

Scrap Car Comparison bases scrap car prices in Wigan on the current cost of scrap metal. We take into account average prices in the local area to get the best deal for you. When scrapping a car, you’re essentially selling scrap metal, so the price depends on the vehicle’s weight. That’s not to say smaller cars are worthless, though! If your car is salvage, we should be able to get you an even better price. The same goes for scrapping your van.

Can you scrap my make and model of car?

Any vehicle of any make or model can be scrapped with us here at Scrap Car Comparison. We specialise in getting you the best prices for all vehicles, even if they’re less common car or imported motors. Our team are knowledgeable and experienced enough to get you good money no matter what. Get a quote today for your car and see how much it’s worth in a matter of seconds.

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.

Expert advice on scrapping your car

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