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Superb service and communication throughout the process , car off the premises within three days. Extremely professional. Strongly recommend.

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Scrap My Car Ilkeston

Get the very best price for your old car in Ilkeston when you use Scrap Car Comparison.

Our service ensures you get the very best price for your car no matter what’s wrong with it. Better yet our nationwide network means we can offer a free collection to all customers.

Instant offers

Get a quote in 30 seconds by using our online valuation tool

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Lock in your offer when you speak to a member of our team and describe the condition of your car

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Enjoy a free collection service thanks to our nationwide network of buyers and collectors

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We are the UK’s largest buyer of scrap vehiciles, helping thousands of broken car owners every year
We’ve quoted over £275 MILLION to scrap buyers since we started buying scrap vehicles.
We handle thousands of tonnes of scrap cars every single month, keeping Kent’s roads safer as a result

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Testimonials

"Very happy with the process"

Mark, Alfreton

"Excellent service"

Awet, Derby

"Everything was explained and sorted out for me. A quick and easy process"

Rachel, Nottingham

Money paid out for these vehicles in Ilkeston

✅ 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 Ilkeston

A quick look at everything we can do for you and your broken car in Ilkeston

Scrap your car

The easiest vehicle sale you'll ever see, even if your car has no hope of moving again! We'll get you the very best quote in and around Sevenoaks thanks to our nationwide experts. Your car can be sold in as little as 72 hours!

Sell a car as salvage

Car too good to scrap? Reckon it could still live if one major issue is fixed? Well we can help with that too. Salvage vehicles will either be repaired or have their good parts removed to repair other cars - and this means you might get more as a result!

Sell a damaged car

Don't let damages scare you away from selling a car. Yes, it will be more tricky if you try and sell the car privately from your driveway, but with us it couldn't be easier. We'll get you a buyer in an instant, and have a list of people just waiting for a car just like yours.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

Replacing a broken, damaged or written-off van could be van could be vital to your business, and we’re aware of that. You’ll get exactly the same service if you’re selling a van or something even bigger.

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How to scrap a car in Ilkeston

1. Get a quote

Fire up our quote generator at the top of this page to find your initial prices. These will be calculated based on the current rate for scrap metal and the weight of your car, taking into account any local trends or offers. We'll check your area to ensure you're only getting the best prices and we'll give you a call to discuss your options.

2. Provide more details

This is your chance to boost that price. We'll call you to discuss your car and will ask a few questions about its condition. This will give us an idea as to whether or not we could look into selling your car as salvage rather than scrap. Once you've accepted an offer we'll lock in that price for you, however it's important to ensure your descriptions are accurate. Any false information will only result in the price being renegotiated upon collection.

3. Arrange collection

We'll now put you in touch with one of our trusted collection specialists. They'll come out straight to you, and this service is provided as standard absolutely free of charge. Once they arrive they'll give your car a quick inspection to make sure it is as you described. Once it's been put on the trailer and removed, the money will be transferred directly into your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Ilkeston

No matter where you are in Ilkeston, we guarantee 100% coverage of the town and wider rural areas. We cover the entire DE7 postcode area, so no matter whether you’re in the shadow of the Bennerley Viaduct or in the centre of town, we’ll always come to you. The multiple scrap collectors we work with operate across Derbyshire so we’ll find the highest prices, giving you the best payment for your scrap car.

Bath Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire

Glossop

Buxton

Alfreton

Ilkeston

Long Eaton

Derby

Swadlincote

Chesterfield

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Ilkeston

In 2025 we helped our customers in Ilkeston sell circa 990 cars. That’s 11% of all the cars brought to us in Derbyshire.
544 of the cars in Ilkeston were sold at their scrap value, but 445 (45%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Ilkeston was 122584 miles; the youngest car was 2.7 years, and the oldest was 35 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 51% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 49%, and electric, only 1%.
22% of all the cars were black, 16% were blue, 13% were grey, 11% were red, 25% were silver, and 14% of them were white.

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

What are the scrap car values in Ilkeston?

All of our scrap car prices are calculated based on the weight of your car in line with the current rate of scrap metal nationwide. We’ll also take into account any local trends and prices before providing you with some options. We also provide potential salvage offers, should your car be in an adequate condition to be sold as such.

Can any car be scrapped?

Absolutely! We can scrap anything and everything, no matter what it is. Even if you’re looking at one of the rarest cars or most sought after sports cars, we can get you a great price no matter what. From imports to the most basic of hatchbacks, whatever you’re selling we’ll get it sold in a matter of moments.

Can I scrap an MOT failure or insurance write-off?

Absolutely – in fact MOT failures are one of the most common type of car that we see here at Scrap Car Comparison. Whether your car has failed for mechanical reasons, or perhaps is suffering from some serious crash damage, we can always get a great offer for you. We’ll even help you out if your insurers have written it off – just give us a call to discuss your options.

What happens to scrap cars?

All scrap cars in Derbyshire and beyond are recycled in line with government legislation. In most cases, your car will be recycled back to its original materials for use in manufacturing again. Buyers in our network ensure your car is responsibly disposed of.

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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