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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.

- Verified Buyer

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

Scrap My Car Alfreton

Get an unbeatable price for your old car anywhere in the Alfreton area in moments with Scrap Car Comparison!

No matter where you are in South Yorkshire we can guarantee you a sale in an instant. Whether you’re in the Peak District or up near Barnsley we can collect for free. Simply put your details into our quote generator and see just how much your car could be worth today.

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We are the biggest website in the UK helping people sell their scrap or salvage vehicle
We help remove thousands of damaged and broken vehicles from the nation’s roads every single month
We’ve raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for charities up and down the country.

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Testimonials

"Very happy with the process"

Mark, Alfreton

"Very smooth from call to collection to payment."

Tim, Mansfield

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

Lorna, Chesterfield

Money paid out for these vehicles in Alfreton

✅ 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 Alfreton

Everything we can do for you in Alfreton for your broken old vehicles.

Scrap your car

Our base service where we’ll get you the very best price for your scrap car no matter where you are. Simply put your postcode and vehicle registration into our generator and let us do the rest.

Sell a car as salvage

Many of our customers aren’t aware they can boost their price by selling their car as salvage. Just because your car is no longer roadworthy, doesn’t mean it can’t help others get back on the road. Sell as salvage for a potentially better price than scrap.

Sell a damaged vehicle

No matter how badly damaged, we can get you a great price for your car. Don’t waste time with time wasters, either. Tell our team your issue just the once and we’ll have a buyer for you in moments.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

We’ll help you sell even the largest of vehicles. Whether you’ve got a van or a bus, nothing is too much for our service. Your offers will be just as good and just as fast as someone selling a car.

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How to scrap a car in Alfreton

1. Get a quote

All you need to get a quote is a postcode and a vehicle registration. Simply put these into our quote generator and see your prices appear before you! We’ll then call you to discuss your vehicle in more details.

2. Provide more details

When we call you, this is where you can potentially increase the offer given. We’ll look for a detailed overview on the condition of your car. From there we’ll let you know if it’s worth more as salvage than scrap.

3. Arrange collection

Once everything is agreed, we’ll put you in touch with one of our trusted collection agents. They’ll arrange a time to remove your car. Once your car has been collected, you’ll be paid the agreed quoted price.

Scrap Locations in Alfreton

Our service covers Alfreton and the rest of the Amber Valley. Beyond there we also cover the entire of Derbyshire, so no matter where you are you know you can get a great price from one of our trusted specialists.

King Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire

Glossop

Buxton

Alfreton

Ilkeston

Long Eaton

Derby

Swadlincote

Chesterfield

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Alfreton

In 2025 we helped our customers in Alfreton sell circa 530 cars. That’s 6% of all the cars brought to us in Derbyshire.
324 of the cars in Alfreton were sold at their scrap value, but 204 (39%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Alfreton was 126073 miles; the youngest car was 3.1 years, and the oldest was 35 years.
Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 52% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 47%, and electric, only 1%.
20% of all the cars were black, 18% were blue, 13% were grey, 10% were red, 22% were silver, and 16% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in Derbyshire and Alfreton in 2025

What are the scrap car prices in Alfreton?

All of our scrap car prices are in line with the national average. This will be based on your vehicle’s weight and the current cost of scrap metal. We’ll scour all of Derbyshire to get you the very best price.

What happens when a car is scrapped?

Every scrap car must be recycled in line with Government regulations. Your car will be broken down back to its original materials, which will then be re-used in manufacturing industries.

How is salvage different to scrap?

Scrap cars will go straight to the scrap yard to be recycled. Car salvaging, however, is the process of reclaiming the vehicle so it isn’t immediately dismantled and recycled, but either stripped for parts or even fixed itself. 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.

Can you scrap any car, even if its rare or high value?

No matter how rare you think your car is, we guarantee we’ll be able to get a scrap or salvage offer for you. No car is too obscure for us. Trust us, we’ve seen it all! If it’s a huge SUV or a tiny city car, a modern electric marvel or an ancient dinosaur-burning petrol engine, we guarantee you a great service and an even greater price.

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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