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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 Barnstaple

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Our service ensures an instant, hassle-free sale for a great price, and with our extensive network of specialists we can also provide a free collection to all customers.

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We are the largest scrap and salvage vehicle selling website in the entire UK.
We’ve quoted our customers over £275 MILLION for scrap cars.
Every month we donate thousands to charities benefiting those in need up and down the country.

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Testimonials

"Very good from start to finish only took a few days to collect car"

Stacey, Ilfracombe

"Did exactly what they said they would"

Alexander, Tiverton

"Everything was done well and the money was transferred quickly"

Rollandas, Barnstaple

Money paid out for these vehicles in Barnstaple

✅ 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 Barnstaple

Here’s a quick look at everyhing we can do for you in and around Barnstaple

Scrap your car

Scrapping is our bread & butter, and we know how to get the best prices for your car by using our wide network of local scrap dealers. The prices we offer are fairly calculated by taking into account the market value of scrap metal.

Sell a car as salvage

If you don’t think your car is suitable for scrapping just yet, see if it’s better off being salvaged instead. This means that certain parts will be saved from the car, and you’ll be offered more money!

Sell a damaged car

Selling a damaged vehicle is never an easy task, especially explaining the problem every time to possible customers who are only going to try and haggle you down. Just one call to us will get you a guaranteed sale in a matter of moments.

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 Barnstaple

1. Get a quote

Simply enter your location and vehicle registration into our generator to receive a free, instant quote for your old car. While you could accept the offer right away, our team can help you boost it further with just a few further questions. We'll give you a call after the initial quote generation and have a chat about your car - it's that simple!

2. Provide more details

When we call, this is your chance to provide us with more information about your car. The more details we have, we'll be able to generate a more accurate price. We'll also see if your car could be sold as salvage. Salvage value can often be higher than scrap value, so make sure to give us all the necessary information. Our team is here to help you get the best deal in just a few minutes.

3. Arrange collection

Once your quote is accepted, our collection agents will contact you to arrange a convenient time and location for collection. Remember, this service is absolutely free! Once your car has been collected, payment will be made directly into your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Barnstaple

No matter where you are in Barnstaple, we guarantee 100% coverage of the town and wider rural areas. We cover both the EX31 and EX32 postcode areas so no matter which side of the River Taw you are, we’ll always come to you. The multiple scrap collectors we work with operate across Devon so we’ll find the highest prices, giving you the best payment for your scrap car. Where possible we will arrange for a local Devon based authorised scrap car specialist (ATF) to scrap your car, supporting the local economy and making collection easier for you.

Sticklepath Hill, A3125, Barnstaple, Devon

Newton Abbot

Exeter

Barnstaple

Plymouth

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Barnstaple

In 2025 we helped our customers in Barnstaple sell circa 470 cars. That’s just 4.2% of all the cars brought to us in Devon.
209 of the cars in Barnstaple were sold at their scrap value, but 254 (55%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Barnstaple was 129823 miles; the youngest car was 3.3 years, and the oldest was 38 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, 14% were grey, 10% were red, 25% were silver, and 14% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in Devon and Barnstaple in 2025

Can you scrap my specific make or model of car?

We scrap all well known car makes and models across the country. That includes the newest electric cars, non-ULEZ compliant diesels and petrols and older classic cars. We can even scrap imports, modified cars and carry out commercial fleet disposal. We use your registration plate to find the specific model and price according to the manufacturer’s weight of the vehicle. On the rare occasion we don’t find your make and model details we’ll escalate your quote to our specialist team to research the vehicle and find you an unbeatable price.

What is salvaging?

Car salvaging is the process of reclaiming the vehicle so it isn’t dismantled and recycled, but instead fixed or stripped for parts. 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.

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.

What are scrap car prices like in Barnstaple?

The good news is that scrap car prices are directly linked to the weight of your car. Got something bigger than a car? We can price and scrap your van too. And those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in Barnstaple and the wider Devon county offer competitive prices for your vehicle. If your car is salvaged, rather than scrapped, then we’ll find the best buyer in the country offering the best price nationally.

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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