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R Newton - Verified Buyer

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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 Saltash

Sell your old car in a flash in Saltash, thanks to Scrap Car Comparison’s online service. Our network of trusted, professional scrap & salvage buyers allows you to get a quote for your car in less than 60 seconds, wherever you are! You’ll even get free collection for your vehicle, whether it’s a car or van and regardless of the condition that it’s in. Find out what your old motor is worth with a free, no-obligation quote today!

Quick & simple

Get a price for your old, damaged car in 30 seconds! With a few basic details, we can get you a genuine offer from a local buyer!

Best prices

The prices we'll find for you are fair, competitive and based on up-to-date scrap metal prices!

Free collection

Collection is free for every single customer, no matter what kind of vehicle you're selling, or where it needs picking up from!

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Extensive Cornwall network

Great prices

Simple process

Free collection

Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

Every year, we purchase hundreds of thousands of vehicles, earning us the title of the UK’s leading scrap and salvage car buying platform!

Through partnerships with charities nationwide, we’ve helped raise nearly £1 MILLION for worthy causes in just four years!

Each month, we recycle thousands of cars in Saltash and across the country, helping to keep Cornwall’s roads safer and cleaner!

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Testimonials

"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

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

Kevin, Falmouth

Money paid out for these vehicles in Saltash

✅ 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 Saltash, Cornwall

Here’s a more in-depth look at the services we offer across Cornwall, including in Saltash:

Scrap your car

Sell your old motor as scrap in seconds with Scrap Car Comparison's online service. Get top offers, with free collection every time, anywhere in Saltash.

Sell your damaged car

If your car is damaged and unaffordable to fix, sell it with us instead! Damaged, broken down, or even written off vehicles can all be sold with our service, and you can get a quote in no time!

Salvage your car

Sell your old car as salvage if it's still got some life left in it. Your salvage vehicle will be used for spares & repairs, which means there's extra value in it compared to the average scrap motor. Get a salvage quote for your car today!

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

Sell your work vehicle - vans, trucks, buses, or any other commercial vehicle can be sold with Scrap Car Comparison for the best price around. You can even scrap or salvage entire fleets in one go!

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How to scrap your car in Saltash

1. Get a quote

Simply enter your vehicle reg & postcode into our quote form and you can see a price offered by scrap specialists in seconds.

2. More information

Think your car is worth more? Give us a little more info when prompted and we'll price up your car as salvage instead.

3. Collection & payment

Accept an offer and choose a collection day & location that works for you. Your vehicle will be collected, and payment will be processed.

Scrap Locations in Saltash

We offer total coverage across Cornwall, including Saltash, so whatever your postcode, you can get a quote from Scrap Car Comparison. We partner with professional, experienced scrap & salvage collectors in the region, meaning we can get you the best price that the market can offer, with FREE collection included every time! Plus, you’ll be selling your car and supporting a local business at the same time!

Fore Street, Saltash

Helston

Newquay

Truro

Saltash

Penzance

Penryn

Padstow

Falmouth

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Saltash

In 2025 we helped our customers in Saltash sell circa 190 cars. That’s just 1.7% of all the cars brought to us in Devon.
99 of the cars in Saltash were sold at their scrap value, but 84 (46%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Saltash was 134258 miles; the youngest car was 4.2 years, and the oldest was 35 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 52% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 46%, and electric, only 1%.
23% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 14% were grey, 11% were red, 26% were silver, and 8% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in Cornwall and Saltash 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 Saltash?

Your scrap vehicle will be priced up based primarily on the current scrap metal cost in the Saltash 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 Saltash – 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

Road Tax and Recycling: Navigating the Rules When Scrapping a Car with Outstanding Tax in the UK

The Pitfalls of Car Scrapping: Common Mistakes Owners Make and How to Avoid Them

The High Cost of Cutting Corners: Understanding the UK’s Penalties for Illegal Car Scrapping

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The Risks of Going Off-Record: What Really Happens If You Scrap a Car Without Informing the DVLA

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