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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.

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Everyone I had spoken to went above and beyond to help with any issues/ questions I had. Very helpful and I would definitely recommend.

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

Scrap My Car in Essex

By using our free, independent comparison tool, you can browse and compare the most competitive quotes from the best scrap and salvage buyers and dealers across Essex.

Scrap Car Comparison only works with experienced and professional collectors, so you can rest assured the process is trusted and runs smoothly. Whether you’re wanting to find a dealer in Harlow, Basildon, Braintree, Walton-on-the-Naze or surrounding areas, our simple service means we will collect your car or van at no extra cost.

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Get an instant quote online for your old car in Essex. Quick, hassle-free, and no personal details needed. Sell your car with ease today.

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Get the best price for your old car with Scrap Car Comparison. Our competitive prices are worth the deal, and we work hard to ensure you get the most for your vehicle.

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Our collection specialists in Essex are ready to remove your car today. No hidden fees, just a hassle-free service in your area.

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Why choose Scrap Car Comparison

Since 2013 the team at Scrap Car Comparison have been finding the best scrap car prices for drivers in Essex and beyond. We’ve teamed up with the best car scrap yards, otherwise known as authorised treatment facilities (ATFs), that offer competitive pricing and the best customer service.

Our dedicated customer support team are available 7 days week to help find you the best scrap prices for your can or van.
The team can scour the country for a buyer for your car, and the more details you provide the better price we’re usually able to find.
Getting a quick quote online will give you an unbeatable price but if you want immediate support you can phone us directly and for free.

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Testimonials

"The company who came to take the car away were really efficient, the driver called ahead to notify us of his arrival and was polite and friendly throughout."

Steven, Essex

"Excellent service from start to finish. Very impressed and would highly recommend."

Patricia, Essex

"So happy with the service could not have gone any better. Smooth from start to finish"

Liam, Essex

Money paid out for these vehicles in Essex

✅ 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

Service available in Essex

Our services in Essex include finding the best price for your old, damaged, or scrap car. We make selling your car easy and hassle-free.

Scrap your car

Scrap your old car quickly with Scrap Car Comparison. Get the best price for your scrap car in Essex without any hassle.

Sell a damaged car

Whether your car is damaged, broken, or without an MOT, Scrap Car Comparison can help. Our service finds the best prices for buyers in Essex, ensuring you get the most value for your old vehicle.

Salvage your old vehicle

If your car is still too good to be scrapped, you might be better off selling it for parts. We can help there too! Selling it for parts requires a few extra bits of information about the vehicle, but you can make significantly more money!

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

We also handle larger vehicles such as vans, trucks, and other commercial vehicles. You can sell them through us with the same simple process. We even scrap entire fleets!

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How to scrap your car

1. Get Your Quote

Simply enter your location and vehicle registration into our generator to receive a free, instant quote for your old car. You have the option to accept the offer right away, but did you know you could potentially get an even better price? Our team will give you a call after you've received your quote to provide more information. It's that easy!

2. Give More Details

Provide us with more information about your car once our team contacts you. The more details you share, the better price we can offer. Salvage value can often be higher than scrap value, so make sure to give us all the necessary information to get the best deal in just a few minutes.

3. Arrange Your Collection

Once your quote is accepted, our collection agents will contact you to arrange a convenient time and location for collection. This service is free of charge. Payment will be made directly into your bank account once your vehicle has been collected. Rest assured, the price you were quoted is the price you will receive.

Scrap Locations in Essex

Our scrap car collection will guarantee pickups from CM1 postcodes in the middle of Chelmsford city to the remote corners of CB10 by Great Chesterford. With the M25 and M11 motorways running through the county, and close proximity to London and surrounding areas, we have the most professional car scrappers competing for your vehicle.

We’ll arrange for a local Essex based authorised scrap car expert to collect your vehicle, supporting the local economy and making collection easier for you.

Here are the other neighbouring towns and cities we cover in your area:

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Ilford

Dagenham

Barking

Great Dunmow

Stanford-le-Hope

Leigh-on-Sea

Bishop's Stortford

Tilbury

Saffron Walden

Maldon

Hornchurch

Halstead

Thurrock

Rochford

Epping

Benfleet

Clacton-on-Sea

Canvey Island

Romford

Colchester

Witham

Wickford

Southend-on-Sea

Rayleigh

Loughton

Harlow

Grays

Chelmsford

Brentwood

Braintree

Billericay

Basildon

Essex Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics

In the county of Essex in 2024 we helped 21721 new customers sell their old cars. 0% live in Colchester, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.0% came from Bures, which saw the smallest.
12368 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 9359 (0%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Essex was 119,421 miles; the youngest car was only 9 months, and the oldest was 54 years.

There were 4999 black cars scrapped in Essex in 2024. They made up 4.2% of all the cars scrapped. That’s -0.1% lower than the national average of 4.3%
3794 blue cars were scrapped. They made up 18.5% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.3% lower than the national average of 18.8%
2690 grey cars were scrapped. They made up 13.1% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.2% lower than the national average of 13.3%
1717 red cars were scrapped. They made up 8.4% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -1.8% lower than the national average of 10.2%
4905 silver cars were scrapped. They made up 23.9% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.1% lower than the national average of 24.0%
2448 white cars were scrapped. They made up 11.9% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That matches the national average of 11.9%

Can I scrap my car in Essex?

Yes, you can scrap your car across Essex – we have 100% coverage across the county. We have a number of scrap yards covering your area that are able to offer the most competitive prices, free collection and great customer service.

What are the scrap car prices in Essex?

The good news is that scrap car prices are directly linked to the weight of your car or van. And those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in the West Midlands 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 and model?

We scrap all well known car makes and models across the country. That includes the newest Tesla electric vehicles, Reliant Robins and supercars from Ferrari. We can even scrap imports, classic cars, 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.

Can my damaged, broken, missing MOT car be scrapped?

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.

Not sure what’s best for your car and want an expert opinion? Free phone us 7 days a week on 03333 44 99 50.

How is salvaging different from 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. Find out how to salvage your car.

What will happen to my scrap car? n

If your car is scrapped then the vehicle will be recycled. This means all of the components and parts will be stripped and processed in line with national environmental standards. Nearly all of the materials will be used to build new cars in what is considered a circular automotive economy. Find out more about car recycling.

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.

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