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Scrap My Car Newton Abbot
Get a great price when you scrap your old car in Newton Abbot, no matter its condition.
Use Scrap Car Comparison for a quick, hassle-free and guaranteed sale of your car, with free collection as standard across the country.
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Lock in your offer by describing the condition of your car to a member of our team
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Who We Are: Newton Abbot's Largest Scrap Car Buyer Since 2009
Since 2009, we’ve helped drivers across Newton Abbot and the UK scrap, sell and recycle their old vehicles quickly, safely and for the best possible price.
- £225 million+ paid to customers for their vehicles since 2009 – so you know you’re getting a fair price for your scrap car
- 8.5 million+ vehicles processed through our technology, matching you with the right buyer every time
- 450+ Authorised Treatment Facilities and specialist buyers nationwide, so your car is collected fast wherever you are
- Hundreds of thousands of cars bought every year, making us Newton Abbot’s leading scrap and salvage car buying website
- £1 million+ raised for national and local charities since 2016
- Thousands of tonnes of end-of-life vehicles cleared from UK roads every month, cutting emissions and keeping the roads safer
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What Our Customers Say About Us
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quick & easy good service
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Very friendly and helpful.
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Good service money received within hours .. would use again EMR also
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Excellent customer service allround from my initial enquiry to the car being picked up next day. Well done all.
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Very good service
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Fast, polite and as quoted will always use these in the future.
Money paid out for these vehicles in Newton Abbot
✅ MOT failures
✅ Non-starters
✅ Insurance write-offs
✅ Damaged vehicles
✅ Petrol and diesel vehicles
✅ Uneconomical cars and vans
✅ Missing paperwork
✅ No keys
✅ Breakdowns
✅ SORN vehicles
✅ Electric and hybrid cars
Scrap car services in Newton Abbot
Everything we can do for you and your scrap car in Newton Abbot
Scrap your car
The basic service and the easiest sale you'll ever experience. All you need is to put some basic information into our quote generator and we'll provide you with some prices instantly. We'll check buyers across Newton Abbot and the rest of Devon to make sure you're only getting the best offers.
Sell your car as salvage
Sometimes a car might be simply "too good" to end up straight on the scrap pile. If this is the case with yours, then we can get you a potentially better price by selling as salvage. This will see your car repaired, or broken down and sold for parts.
Sell a damaged car
Selling a damaged car isn't easy, especially explaining the problem to prospective buyers again and again. Use our service and you'll only have to describe your car once. We have buyers waiting for a car just like yours, so get started today and get rid of that troubled motor.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
We don't just scrap cars, and no matter how big or obscure your vehicle is, our service stays the same. Instant quotes and guaranteed offers are provided for vans, buses, trucks, anything! Just get in touch to see what we can do for you.
How to scrap a car in Newton Abbot
1. Get a quote
Simply enter your location and vehicle registration into our generator to receive a free, instant quote for your old car. You have the option to accept the offer right away, but did you know you could potentially get an even better price? Our team will give you a call after you've received your quote so you can provide more information. It's that easy!
2. Provide more details
When the team calls, this is your chance to provide us with more information about your car and potentially boost your quote. The more details you share, the more accurate your prices will be. In just a few minutes, our team can assess if your car has salvage value, potentially increasing its worth. Remember to clear the car of all personal belongings before the collector arrives, to make the collection process as swift as possible.
3. Arrange collection
Once your quote is accepted, our collection agents will contact you to arrange a convenient time and location to pick up your car. Once your vehicle has been collected, payment will be made directly into your bank account and, providing you were accurate in your description of the car, you’ll receive every penny you were quoted. By law, scrap cars can’t be paid for in cash, so your payment always goes straight to your bank account. Remember to cancel your insurance afterwards so you avoid paying for a car you no longer own.
Scrap Locations in Newton Abbot
No matter where you are in Newton Abbot, we guarantee 100% coverage of the town and wider rural areas. We cover the TQ12 and TQ13 postcode areas, so no matter if you’re by the River Teign or on Dartmoor’s doorstep, we’ll always come to you. If your car’s down a narrow lane or a farm track out towards Dartmoor, just let our team know when they call so the right vehicle is sent. The multiple licensed scrap collectors we work with operate across Devon so we’ll find the highest prices, giving you the best payment for your scrap car.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Newton Abbot
- In 2025 we helped our customers in Newton Abbot sell circa 540 cars. That’s just 4.9% of all the cars brought to us in Devon.
- 294 of the cars in Newton Abbot were sold at their scrap value, but 245 (45%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Newton Abbot was 132,052 miles; the youngest car was 3.8 years, and the oldest was 32 years.
- Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 54% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 46%, and electric, only 1%.
- 19% of all the cars were black, 20% were blue, 13% were grey, 10% were red, 26% were silver, and 13% of them were white.
Can I scrap my car in Newton Abbot?
Yes. We buy scrap and unwanted cars from anywhere in Newton Abbot and the surrounding area, whatever their condition, with free collection as standard. Just enter your registration and postcode for an instant quote, and our team will call to confirm the details and arrange collection.
What are scrap car prices like in Newton Abbot?
Scrap car prices in Newton Abbot are directly linked to the weight of your car, and those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in Newton Abbot and the wider Devon county offers competitive prices for your vehicle. If your car is salvaged, rather than scrapped, then we’ll find the buyer offering the best price nationally. If a garage has quoted more to fix your car than it’s worth, get a scrap and salvage quote first so you can compare the two. Got something bigger than a car? We can price and scrap your van too.
Can you scrap my make and model?
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 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. The Authorised Treatment Facility that recycles your car will also issue a Certificate of Destruction and let the DVLA know it’s been scrapped, so you’re no longer responsible for it.
How is salvaging different to scrap?
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 documents do I need to scrap my car?
You’ll normally need your V5C logbook and some photo ID. If you’ve lost the V5C, you can usually still scrap your car as long as you can show you’re the registered keeper. Just let our team know when they call and they’ll tell you what’s needed. If you have a private number plate, be sure to apply to have this put on retention before the scrapping process, or you risk losing it forever.
Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
Not until the finance is settled. If the car is on hire purchase or PCP, the finance company owns it until the final payment, so you’ll need to clear the balance or get their written permission first. We can help with this, and we’d be happy to negotiate with your lenders on your behalf. Once that’s sorted, scrapping works exactly the same way.
Can I scrap my car if I don’t have the keys?
Yes. Missing keys won’t stop you scrapping your car. Just mention it when our team calls so collection can be arranged with that in mind.
Do I get a road tax refund when I scrap my car?
Yes. Once the DVLA knows your car has been scrapped, it automatically refunds any full months of tax left and cancels any Direct Debit. You don’t need to apply for it separately.
How do I tell the DVLA I’ve scrapped my car?
The Authorised Treatment Facility that takes your car tells the DVLA when it issues your Certificate of Destruction. You should also tell the DVLA yourself, which you can do online using the reference number on your V5C logbook. Once that’s done, you’re no longer responsible for the car.
Can I scrap a SORN car?
Absolutely! In fact, scrapping a SORN car is often easier as you don’t need to worry about cancelling any tax or insurance once it’s gone. There is no need to retax your car before collection if it’s currently SORN – just let our team know so the collector can make the relevant preparations before they get there.Â
Do I need to be there for collection?
You do not need to be present if you are unavailable, and can nominate someone to represent you if necessary. The person representing you must be over the age of 18 with ID and proof of address. This is also the case if you are scrapping a car on behalf of someone else, such as an elderly relative or after a bereavement – although you must make this clear whilst getting a quote in this situation.
How do I get the best price for my car in Newton Abbot?
To get the best price, use a service like ours that provides both scrap and salvage quotes. Many older or written-off cars aren’t destined for the scrap heap; some are salvaged for parts or even fully restored. Ensure you describe the car’s condition accurately, as salvage buyers often pay more. Also, check for collection fees, as our quotes always include free collection.
Are your prices really guaranteed?
Yes. Once you accept a quote we lock the price in, so as long as the car matches the description you gave us, that’s the price you’ll be paid. 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 occasionally result in lower offers. However, our team will let you know and share why.
