since 2009
nationwide
Scrap My Car Plymouth
Get a great price for your old car anywhere in Plymouth when you use Scrap Car Comparison.
Our service ensures you get a quick sale with zero hassle – better yet, we’ll even come and collect the car direct from you absolutely free.
Instant offers
Get a free no-obligation quote in 30 seconds when you put a postcode and vehicle registration into our quote generator
Guaranteed prices
Lock in your price for 24 hours by describing the condition of your car to a member of our team
Free collection
Enjoy a free collection service thanks to our extensive network of scrap and salvage specialists
Extensive Devon network
Free collection
Top prices paid
Quotes in 30 seconds
Who We Are: Plymouth's Largest Scrap Car Buyer Since 2009
Since 2009, we’ve helped drivers across Plymouth and the UK scrap, sell and recycle their old vehicles quickly, safely and for the best possible price.
- £225 million+ paid to customers for their vehicles since 2009 – so you know you’re getting a fair price for your scrap car
- 8.5 million+ vehicles processed through our technology, matching you with the right buyer every time
- 450+ Authorised Treatment Facilities and specialist buyers nationwide, so your car is collected fast wherever you are
- Hundreds of thousands of cars bought every year, making us Plymouth’s leading scrap and salvage car buying website
- £1 million+ raised for national and local charities since 2016
- Thousands of tonnes of end-of-life vehicles cleared from Plymouth’s roads every month, cutting emissions and keeping the roads safer
You may have seen us
You may have seen us
Testimonials
"Excellent service, quick and efficient."
Chris, Plymouth"Really pleased all the way through the process. Helpful and efficient service."
Martin, Plymouth"Sad day getting rid of the car but the process was as straightforward and painless as it could be."
William, Plymouth
Money paid out for these vehicles in Plymouth
✅ MOT failures
✅ Non starters
✅ Insurance write offs
✅ Damaged vehicles
✅ Petrol and diesel vehicles
✅ Uneconomical cars and vans
✅ Missing paperwork
✅ No keys
✅ Breakdowns
✅ SORN vehicles
✅ Electric and hybrid cars
Scrap car services in Plymouth
Everything we can do for your old and broken car in Plymouth.
Scrap your car
The basic service and the easiest sale you'll ever experience. All you need is to put some basic information into our quote generator and we'll provide you with some prices instantly. We'll check the local area to make sure you're only getting the best offers. We work with trusted and licensed buyers, so you know you're avoiding any scrap car scams.
Sell a car as salvage
If your car has some usable parts left on it, then salvage is your opportunity to earn more cash! Your car will be sold to either be repaired or broken down as spares - in either case, there's more value in your vehicle than just as scrap.
Sell a damaged car
Selling broken vehicles is never easy, especially in Plymouth where the sea air can often accelerate corrosion, and we all know how certain customers will try to haggle their way down as far as possible. With our service you'll be given a price and it'll be locked in. We'll show you both scrap and salvage options so you can see which is best for your car
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
We know how lost you can feel when your workhorse gives up the ghost. Our service is exactly the same for commercial vehicles as it is for cars, so you know your troubles won't last long. We can scrap it all, and we can even help if you have a fleet of vehicles to remove.
How to scrap a car in Plymouth
1. Get a quote
Simply enter your location and vehicle registration into our generator to receive a free, instant quote for your old car. While you could accept the offer right away, our team can help you boost it further with just a few further questions. We'll give you a call after the initial quote generation and have a chat about your car and your quote will be guaranteed for 24 hours.
2. Provide more details
When we call, this is your chance to provide us with more information about your car. The more details we have, we'll be able to generate a more accurate price. We'll also see if your car could be sold as salvage. Salvage value can often be higher than scrap value, so make sure to give us all the necessary information. Now is the best opportunity to remove all personal items before it's taken away, so make sure to check the glovebox, boot and any other areas where you may have kept things. You should also remove a personalised number plate, if you have one, before it's too late.
3. Arrange collection
Once your quote is accepted, our collection agents will contact you to arrange a convenient time and location for collection, often within 48 hours. Remember, this service is absolutely free! The collector will give the car a visual check to ensure it's as you described, along with your photo ID and proof of address. Once your car has been collected, payment will be made directly into your bank account, usually landing that same day. Cash payment is not available in line with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013.
Scrap Locations in Plymouth
No matter where you are in Plymouth, we guarantee 100% coverage of the city and wider rural areas. We cover all of the PL1 to PL9 postcode areas so no matter whether you’re down by HMNB Devonport or on the other side of the A38, we’ll always come to you. The multiple scrap collectors we work with operate across Devon so we’ll find the highest prices, giving you the best payment for your scrap car.
Where possible we will arrange for a local Devon based authorised scrap car specialist (ATF) to scrap your car, supporting the local economy and making collection easier for you.
Plymouth's 2026 Scrap Car Statistics
- In 2025 we helped our customers in Plymouth sell circa 1660 cars. That’s 15% of all the cars brought to us in Devon.
- 984 of the cars in Plymouth were sold at their scrap value, but 677 (41%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Plymouth was 127,736 miles; the youngest car was 2.7 years, and the oldest was 43 years.
- Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 52% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 48%, and electric, only 1%.
- 22% of all the cars were black, 21% were blue, 12% were grey, 10% were red, 23% were silver, and 12% of them were white.
What are scrap car prices in Plymouth?
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 Plymouth and the wider Devon area 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.
Can you scrap my specific make or model of car?
We scrap all well known car makes and models across the country. That includes the newest electric cars, non-ULEZ compliant diesels and petrols and older classic cars. We can even scrap imports, modified cars and carry out commercial fleet disposal. We use your registration plate to find the specific model and price according to the manufacturer’s weight of the vehicle. On the rare occasion we don’t find your make and model details we’ll escalate your quote to our specialist team to research the vehicle and find you an unbeatable price.
How is salvaging different to 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.
Can I scrap an MOT failure or a damaged and written off car?
Yes, we can scrap just about any car or van in any condition. We might need to adjust the prices we offer if there are parts of your vehicle missing. But if you have a damaged car, a car with no current MOT or even if it’s an insurance write off we can get you a price and arrange a collection. You don’t even need your V5C logbook to get started, though having it speeds things up.
Can I scrap my car in Plymouth?
Of course! Our network of scrap and salvage buyers means we can arrange collection anywhere in Plymouth and across the wider Devon area, so wherever you’re based you can get an instant no-obligation quote and book a free collection. Even non-runners are no problem, as long as our recovery truck can reach the car.
What happens to scrap cars?
All scrap cars are recycled in line with government legislation and environmental guidelines. Your car will be stripped back and returned to its original materials, through a process called depollution. These parts can then be reused in the manufacturing process. Quite often the materials from scrap cars are used in the building of new ones – so by scrapping your car you’re actually helping another find the road! Once it’s been recycled, if requested, you’ll be issued a Certificate of Destruction, your proof the car has been taken off the road for good.
If you have a personalised number plate, you must remember to transfer this to another car or put it on retention before the car is taken for scrap, otherwise it will be lost forever.
Can I scrap my car without a V5C logbook?
Yes. If your logbook is missing, we can usually still collect and scrap your car. You’ll normally need photo ID and proof of address to confirm ownership, and we’ll explain exactly what’s accepted before collection. It’s worth telling us when you get your quote so the collection can be arranged smoothly.
Do I get a road tax refund when I scrap my car?
Yes. The DVLA automatically refunds any full remaining months of tax once you tell them the car has been scrapped. You don’t need to claim it separately, the refund goes to the registered keeper. Just make sure your name and address on the V5C are up to date.
Do I need to notify the DVLA?
You should make sure the DVLA is aware that your car has been scrapped, otherwise you could end up missing out on the full amount of tax refund you could be entitled to. When you scrap a car you receive any full months of unused tax back as a refund, so waiting can mean you get less in return. When you use our service, we ensure that the relevant DVLA paperwork is completed straight away, so you don’t need to worry about it. We’ll talk you through all you need to know.
Can I scrap a car without the keys?
You can, however we recommend telling our team at your earliest opportunity so that the correct arrangements can be made. Your collector, for example, may need to bring specialist equipment.
What happens to personalised number plates when scrapping a car?
That depends on what you do before you scrap it. If you want to keep the plate, you must either transfer it to another vehicle or put it on retention so it can be applied to another vehicle at a later date. If you don’t do this, then the registration will be destroyed along with the car.
How do I get the best price for my car?
To get the best price, use a service like ours that provides both scrap and salvage quotes. Many older or written-off cars aren't destined for the scrap heap; some are salvaged for parts or even fully restored. Ensure you describe the car's condition accurately, as salvage buyers often pay more. Also, check for collection fees, as our quotes always include free collection.
Are your prices really guaranteed?
Yes. Once you accept a quote we lock the price in, so as long as the car matches the description you gave us, that's the price you'll be paid. 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 occasionally result in lower offers, however our team will let you know and share why.
