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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 Swadlincote

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

Ensure you only get what your car is worth by selling through us. Our network of specialists means not only will you get a fast and easy sale, but we’ll also collect your car for free, too!

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We’re the UK’s biggest and favourite website for selling scrap and salvage vehicles.
We’ve helped remove over 38,000 tonnes of damaged vehicles in the UK, keeping our roads safer as a result.
We raise money for charities across the country every month, raising tens of thousands for good causes every year.

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Testimonials

"The whole process was completed and paperwork and payment was quick"

Brian, Swadlincote

"Prompt, straightforward service. I would recommend"

Anon, Swadlincote

"I found the website easy to use and also I was called back to discuss my situation with a friendly and helpful member of staff"

Lloyd, Swadlincote

Money paid out for these vehicles in Swadlincote

✅ 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 Swadlincote

Everything we can do for you and your car in Swadlincote, whatever condition it’s in.

Scrap your car

The base service we provide, get a great price for your scrap car in a matter of moments thanks to our bespoke quote generation tool. We'll find the very best price in your area to ensure you get every penny possible.

Sell a car as salvage

Some cars are too good to go straight to the scrap yard. If your car has any reusable parts then it could either be sold to be broken down into spare parts, or alternatively it could be repaired itself and returned to the road.

Sell a damaged vehicle

If your car is damaged, then selling it privately can be a real pain. Scrap Car Comparison takes all of that away. We have a network of specialists who are always on the lookout for a broken car, so we know we can get your car sold in a matter of days.

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

Need to scrap something a bit bigger than a car? We can absolutely help with that, too! Whatever you're looking to sell, we can get you a buyer in an instant, no matter what it is or how big it might be. Trucks, buses, coaches - you name it, we've scrapped it! We can even help dispose of an old fleet of vehicles too!

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How to scrap a car in Swadlincote

1. Get a quote

Simply put your vehicle's registration number and your postcode into our quote generator to see just how much your car could be worth. We'll present you with your best offers within moments, before a member of our team will call you to go over your next steps.

2. Provide more details

Our call is your opportunity to boost your offers. Provide us with as much detail as you can and we'll be able to get you an even more accurate offer. Once you're happy and have accepted an offer, we'll put you in touch with our collection specialists.

3. Collection and payment

With a time agreed for your car to be collected, our agents will be out to you. They'll give your car a once over just to check that your description was accurate, and providing you have been honest as to its condition you'll be paid every penny you were quoted. Payment is made by bank transfer once the car has been collected.

Scrap Locations in Swadlincote

No matter where you are in Swadlincote, we guarantee 100% coverage of the town and wider rural areas. We cover the entire DE11 postcode area so no matter whether you’re by the Swadlincote Woodlands or down by the A444, 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.

Hill Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire

Ilkeston

Long Eaton

Derby

Swadlincote

Chesterfield

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Swadlincote

In 2025 we helped our customers in Swadlincote sell circa 480 cars. That’s 5% of all the cars brought to us in Derbyshire.
269 of the cars in Swadlincote were sold at their scrap value, but 206 (43%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Swadlincote was 125728 miles; the youngest car was 1.6 years, and the oldest was 35 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 54% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 45%, and electric, only 1%.
23% of all the cars were black, 21% were blue, 10% were grey, 12% were red, 24% were silver, and 11% of them were white.

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

What's the difference between scrap and salvage?

Salvaging involves your car being broken down into any useable parts which can then be sold on as spares and repairs. For this reason, salvage vehicles can often get even better quotes than scrap cars due to the extra potential return from these parts.

What are the scrap car prices in Swadlincote?

All scrap prices that we generate are based on national averages for scrap cars and the expected weight of your vehicle. We’ll also take some more details about your specific car to see if we can boost those offers at all.

Can I scrap any make or model of car?

Absolutely! We’ll scrap anything and everything! From the most common of cars you’ll see in an average supermarket car park to the rarest of the rare, we’ve scrapped it all and can definitely get you a great price!

Can I scrap an MOT failure?

Absolutely. We see MOT failures and cars that have been written off on an almost daily basis – if not more! No amount of damage is too much for us, so just use our generator now or pick up the phone to see what we can do for you.

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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