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Scrap My Car Bedfordshire

Sell your old, unwanted, or damaged car for a great price in Bedfordshire! Scrap Car Comparison’s online service find you the best deals for your vehicle, whatever its condition, with offers from professional, genuine scrap dealers in your local area. Get a quote in seconds today and see what your vehicle is worth as scrap – or salvage – and sell it with FREE collection included.

Quick & easy

Get a price for your car in seconds, and all you need to do is submit your vehicle reg and postcode!

Best prices

Find out the true value of your scrap car and get paid every penny of what you deserve! Our prices are competitive, accurate, and fair.

Free collection

Collection is included for every customer, all over the UK, no matter what type of vehicle you're selling.

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Extensive Bedfordshire network

Great prices

Simple process

Free collection

Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We buy hundreds of thousands of cars each year, making us the UK’s #1 scrap & salvage vehicle buying site!

We’ve raised more than £750,000 for local & national charities in the last FOUR years alone!

We take thousands of cars off the road each month, making Bedfordshire’s streets safer!

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Testimonials

"Quick and easy. Car collected and money transferred easily. No pushy sales or hidden costs."

Amir, Luton

"Very prompt service. Thank you. Car gone within hours. Couldn't be happier."

Jane, Dunstable

"All very easy and straightforward, no complications and all processed quickly and easily. Thanks very much!"

John, Biggleswade

Money paid out for these vehicles in Bedfordshire

✅ 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

The services we offer across Bedfordshire

Whether you’re scrapping your car, selling it for parts, or want to get rid of a work vehicle, Scrap Car Comparison is here to help. Even if it’s damaged, written off, or failed an MOT, we’ll find you a buyer in Bedfordshire and quote you a price in seconds.

Scrap your car

Sell your old car as scrap in any condition and from anywhere in Bedfordshire. Get the best price offered by tried & trusted scrap dealers.

Sell your damaged car

Damage is expected on the vehicles that we buy. The majority of cars that are sold as scrap or salvage have been involved in an accident or have become so worn out that they're broken down, written off, or have failed their latest MOT test. We will still get you a great price for your vehicle, so get a quote today.

Salvage your car

Salvaging your vehicle is good if you think it's not quite ready to be scrapped. If there's some life left in your old car, selling it for parts or as 'spares and repairs' will get you more cash than if you go down the scrap route. Don't worry, it's just as easy to salvage your vehicle with Scrap Car Comparison!

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

Sell your van, bus, truck, or other work vehicle through Scrap Car Comparison. If it's not pulling its weight anymore, don't let your business suffer; cash in on your old, worn out vehicle and put the money towards a newer motor that'll keep your company moving.

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How to scrap your car in Bedfordshire

1. Get a quote

Simply enter your vehicle's reg number & your postcode, then we'll give you a quote. It takes a matter of seconds for us to present you with a scrap price for your vehicle. Not satisfied with the amount? Give us some extra info when asked and we will be able to see if your car is better suited to salvage. If it is, you can sell your car for parts instead of scrap and get more money for it!

2. More information

If you'd like to get your car priced up for salvage instead or scrap, we'll need to know a little bit more about it. When prompted, you can answer a few extra questions about the condition of your vehicle. We might ask about the state of the engine, gearbox, clutch, or other high-value parts. Answering honestly gives us the most accurate image of your vehicle, and guarantees your price once you're happy with the value and accept!

3. Collection & payment

When you've accepted an offer, whether it's scrap or salvage, you'll be able to choose a time and place for your vehicle to be collected from. The choice is yours, so pick a day and location that works best for you. Can't be there to hand over the keys on a Monday? That's ok! Need the car collected from a garage because it's broken down? As long as it's accessible for the truck that it will be loaded on to, that's fine too! When collection is done and dusted, your payment will be sent directly to your bank account - you should have it the very same day!

Scrap Locations in Bedfordshire

Scrap Car Comparison provides total coverage of the extensive Bedfordshire area with our nationwide network of scrap buyers. We operate in every Bedfordshire town and city, so you can get a quote for your old car wherever you are. We only partner with top scrap & salvage specialists, so you know you’ll be getting a fair and accurate price every time you get a quote. Plus, we’ll try to connect you with a local business, so you’ll be cashing in on your old car whilst supporting your own economy at the same time!

Dunstable, Bedfordshire from the air

Biggleswade

Leighton Buzzard

Luton

Dunstable

Bedford

Bedfordshire Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics

In the county of Bedfordshire in 2024 we helped 4023 new customers sell their old cars. 69% live in Luton, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 13% came from Leighton Buzzard, which saw the smallest.
2164 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 1859 (46%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Bedfordshire was 126,470 miles; the youngest car was only 12 months, and the oldest was 37 years.

- There were 875 black cars scrapped in Bedfordshire in 2024. They made up 23.0% of all the cars scrapped. That’s 18.7% higher than the national average of 4.3%
- 703 blue cars were scrapped. They made up 18.4% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.3% lower than the national average of 18.8%
- 545 grey cars were scrapped. They made up 14.3% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 1.0% higher than the national average of 13.3%
- 318 red cars were scrapped. They made up 8.3% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -1.9% lower than the national average of 10.2%
- 952 silver cars were scrapped. They made up 25.0% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 1.0% higher than the national average of 24.0%
- 419 white cars were scrapped. They made up 11.0% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 13.0% lower than the national average of 11.9%

What are scrap cars worth in Bedfordshire?

The value of a scrap car is linked directly to the weight of the vehicle, and a few other factors. Therefore, every vehicle will have a different value.

Why is it like this? Well, scrap buyers are essentially buying your vehicle for its scrap metal. Heavier vehicles have more metal in them. So, a Transit van is likely to be worth more than a MINI. However, other factors like the age, condition, and specific make & model of the vehicle also play a role in pricing it up – especially if you’re looking to sell it as salvage instead!

Can I sell my specific make/model of car?

Yes. You can sell any vehicle with Scrap Car Comparison, even if it’s a foreign import, has been heavily customised, or is generally just a bit rare! Our team have years of experience so there’s a good chance we’ve dealt with the same or similar kind of car in the past. But, even if we haven’t, we’ll still be able to use our vast network of buyers to track down the best price going for your unusual vehicle.

What happens to my car after I scrap it?

When you sell your car as scrap, it is taken to an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF) where it is crushed and its materials are separated out. These materials are then recycled, as required by UK law.

Scrap vs salvage differences

Scrapping involves crushing the vehicle completely so that it can be completely recycled. This process is relatively straightforward.

Salvaging is a bit more complex for the buyer, as they need to break the car down carefully to retrieve the parts inside. These parts can then be reused or resold.

Can I still sell my car if it's heavily damaged?

Absolutely! Any amount of damage can be dealt with by Scrap Car Comparison. Even if your car is a write off or has been sat in your garage for years awaiting repairs. Get a quote today and see what that old banger is worth in 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.

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