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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 Derbyshire

Get a great price for your old car anywhere in Derbyshire no matter it’s condition.

Unlock your offers in a matter of moments when you use Scrap Car Comparison, and with buyers all around the country you’re guaranteed a quick sale with free collection.

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Get a quote in 30 seconds when you put your details into our online generator

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Lock in your offer by describing the condition of your car to our team

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We are the biggest website helping sell scrap and salvage vehicles in the UK
We’ve quoted over £275 MILLION for scrap cars over the years.
We’ve raised over £750,000 for charities up and down the country.

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Testimonials

"Prompt collection and payment, good communication"

Leon, Littleover

"Very good service! Very quick to respond and reasonable prices"

Lorna, Chesterfield

"Couldn't have gone smoother. Quoted a good price, car collected the next day and money in my account the same day"

Amanda, Glossop

Money paid out for these vehicles in Derbyshire

✅ 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

Scrap car services in Derbyshire

Here’s everything we can do for you and your old car in Derbyshire.

Scrap your car

Get a scrap price for your car in moments with just a postcode and vehicle registration number. We guarantee a fast sale and free collection thanks to our national network of specialists, allowing you to enjoy the easiest vehicle sale you've ever seen

Sell your car as salvage

Some cars are simply too good to go straight to the scrap pile, and if yours still has a little life left in it you might actually get an even better price. We'll find a buyer prepared to strip your car of useable parts before it's eventually sent to the crusher.

Sell a damaged car

We know that selling cars with damage can be a tiresome task, so instead of trying to explain the issue to every single interested party let us find you a buyer instantly. We have specialists waiting for a car just like yours, so don't delay and find your quote now.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

It doesn't matter what it is you're trying to scrap, we can get you a great price for any broken vehicle. We've helped scrap vans, trucks and even buses, so whatever it is that's broken, you know we can help. We'll even help dispose of an entire fleet if you need to.

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How to scrap a car in Derbyshire

1. Get a quote

Simply put your details into our online quote generator to see your initial scrap prices. All we need is a postcode and vehicle registration to find your initial quotes, which will be calculated based on weight. We'll then get in touch with you to see if we can boost that offer at all.

2. Provide more details

Our call gives you an opportunity to boost your offer. Provide an accurate description of your car and we'll have a look to see if it could be reassessed as a salvage vehicle. Even if it's scrap, we'll still see if we can squeeze a little more out of it for you. Accuracy is key, as from this point your price will be guaranteed, subject to inspection.

3. Collection and payment

With a price agreed and locked in, we'll put you in touch with one of our collection specialists, who will come out directly to you at a mutually convenient time. Once the vehicle is loaded onto the back of the truck - following a brief inspection - your money will be transferred directly into your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Derbyshire

Our service covers the entire of Derbyshire, so whether you’re in Derby itself or in some of the smaller locations like Glossop, Buxton or Long Eaton, we can always come to you. We have collection specialists working across the entire country, so even if you’re only currently in Derbyshire because you’re travelling, we can collect from just about anywhere. Get in touch today to see what we can do for you.

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Glossop

Buxton

Alfreton

Ilkeston

Long Eaton

Derby

Swadlincote

Chesterfield

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Derbyshire

In Derbyshire in 2025 we helped 9044 new customers sell their old cars. 30% live in Derby, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.6% came from Aston, which saw the smallest.
5140 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 3911 (43%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Derbyshire was 125,545 miles; the youngest car was only 8 months, and the oldest was 69 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 50% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 49%, and electric, only 1%.
22% of all the cars were black, 18% were blue, 13% were grey, 11% were red, 23% were silver, and 13% of them were white.

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

What are the scrap car prices in Derbyshire?

Every price we generate is calculated by taking the weight of your car and comparing it to the current going rate for scrap metal nationwide. This ensures that every price we offer is the most up-to-date and therefore accurate offer you’ll see.

What happens to scrap cars?

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.

Can you scrap any make or model of car?

Absolutely! We can scrap any car make and model, so whatever’s sitting on your driveway is great for us. Whether it’s an old Citroen 2CV or a brand new Tesla Model 3, we can get it sorted.

What's the difference between scrap and salvage?

While scrap cars are broken down straight away, a salvage car will be broken into its usable parts first. This means that you have the potential sale of spare parts as well as the car itself. You can also use those spares to get other cars back on the road, boosting your potential income even more.

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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