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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.

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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 Redruth

Sell your car in seconds with Scrap Car Comparison – fast, simple quotes and free, speedy collection included! Our online service connects you with trusted, professional scrap and salvage buyers in and around Redruth, so you can scrap your old, damaged, or non-running vehicle today. Find out what your car is worth in as little as 30 seconds!

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Get a quote in under a minute with Scrap Car Comparison - just enter a few basic details above!

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We’ll track down the best prices from trusted scrap vehicle buyers in your area.

Free collection

No matter where you are or what you’re selling, you’ll get free collection and removal when you scrap with us.

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Extensive Cornwall network

Great prices

Simple process

Free collection

Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We purchase hundreds of thousands of scrap and salvage vehicles from drivers each year, making us the UK’s leading online service!

Our customers have helped raise an incredible £1,000,000 for our chosen charity partners since our Donate-a-Car scheme launched!

Thousands of cars and vans are recycled every month in Redruth and across the UK, helping keep Cornwall’s roads safer!

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Testimonials

"As much as we were disappointed to lose our car the service provided with regards to collection and payment for our car was excellent."

Kevin, Falmouth

"Easy to do online quote and a very prompt pick up with friendly service. Car gone the same day."

Karl, Saltash

"Brilliant service. Went through everything really thoroughly and I recieved an email confirming the procedure."

Stephanie, Camborne

Money paid out for these vehicles in Redruth

✅ 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

Our services in Redruth

Here’s a closer look at the services we offer in Redruth:

Scrap your car

Sell your old, worn out car or van with Scrap Car Comparison in seconds - get a scrap quote from trusted buyers today! Guaranteed prices with free collection from anywhere in Redruth.

Sell your damaged car

Accident damage, mechanical issues, or even light scratches and dents - whatever condition your car is in, you can sell it with Scrap Car Comparison. Get a great quote today and scrap your damaged vehicle now.

Salvage your car

Sell your car as salvage instead of scrap and get a higher price! Salvage vehicles are valued for their reusable parts, which can be sold on to repair other cars. That extra value means even better quotes!

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

If your work van, car, truck or other commercial vehicle is holding your business back, scrap it today and upgrade to something newer and more reliable. We can quote for vans just like we do for cars, and can even handle full fleet disposals!

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How to scrap your car in Redruth

1. Get a quote

All you need to do is enter your vehicle’s registration and postcode into our quote form, and we’ll assess your car and provide a price. Our buyers are always looking for scrap vehicles, so whatever you’re selling, you’ll get an offer in seconds.

2. Provide more info

If you believe your car is worth more than scrap, just provide a bit more information about the vehicle when prompted and we’ll value it as salvage instead. We don’t need any technical details, and it only takes a few extra minutes, but the price you’re offered could be much higher!

3. Collection & payment

Accept an offer and pick a collection time that works for you. When the collector arrives, they’ll check the vehicle over to confirm the details you provided are correct, then load it onto the truck and process your payment - your money will be sent straight to your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Redruth

Our service covers all of Redruth and Cornwall, so you can get a quote and scrap your vehicle wherever you are. We work with skilled, fully qualified scrap and salvage buyers in the area to secure the best prices available. Free collection is included every time, for every customer! Plus, you’ll be supporting a local business when you sell your old car!

Scrap cars stacked neatly and symmetrically

Helston

Newquay

Truro

Saltash

Penzance

Penryn

Padstow

Falmouth

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Cornwall

In Cornwall in 2025 we helped 3672 new customers sell their old cars. 7% live in Redruth, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.2% came from St Endellion, which saw the smallest.
1885 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 1789 (49%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Cornwall was 131,927 miles; the youngest car was 2.4 years, and the oldest was 68 years.
Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 53% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 46%, and electric, only 1%.
19% of all the cars were black, 20% were blue, 13% were grey, 11% were red, 24% were silver, and 13% of them were white.

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

What will happen to my scrap car?

Scrap your car with Scrap Car Comparison and it will be taken to an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF) to be crushed and recycled professionally and safely.

How is salvaging different to scrapping?

When a car is salvaged, the buyer will break it apart and retrieve any surviving parts from inside that can be resold or reused in other vehicles. Salvage cars are usually worth more than scrap. Scrap vehicles are simply crushed and their materials are then recycled.

Can I sell my specific make or model?

Yes, we can scrap any car that you might wish to sell. It doesn’t matter if it’s a super rare model or a foreign import, our team know how much it’s worth and how to get you the proper value. Over the years, we’ve dealt with all sorts of vehicles here at Scrap Car Comparison, so for instant offers from local, professional buyers, get a free quote right now.

How much is a scrap car worth in Redruth?

Your scrap vehicle will be priced up based primarily on the current scrap metal cost in the Redruth area. Scrapping a vehicle essentially amounts to scrapping the metal it’s made from, so the weight of the car plays a big role in determining its value. Heavier vehicles are generally worth more. There are other factors that influence the offers you’ll get though, including age, condition, make, and model.

Can I sell my damaged, broken, written off car?

Yes, your damaged, broken, or failed MOT car can be scrapped. Get an instant quote and arrange collection for your car in Redruth – even if it’s a non-runner!

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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