since 2009
nationwide
Scrap My Car Tavistock
Get a great price for your car by using Scrap Car Comparison to help sell it, no matter its condition.
We have a team of experts waiting to take your call and get you a quote in a matter of moments. We’ll find you an instant offer with a hassle free sale, all with a free collection thrown in as standard.
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Describe your car's condition to a member of our team and we'll lock your price in
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Who We Are: Tavistock's Largest Scrap Car Buyer Since 2009
Since 2009, we’ve helped drivers across Tavistock 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 Tavistock’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 Tavistock’s roads every month, cutting emissions and keeping the roads safer
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Testimonials
"Did exactly what they said they would"
Alexander, Tiverton"Fast and friendly very good service"
Stewart, Exeter"A very professional and courteous company"
Mark, Plymouth
Money paid out for these vehicles in Tavistock
✅ 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 Tavistock
Everything you can do with an old, broken car in and around Tavistock
Scrap your car
We have an extensive network of approved scrap yards around the country just waiting for a car like yours. Using national averages, we’ll get you the very best price for your car based on the weight for your car, taking into consideration any local trends.
Sell a damaged car
Is your car beyond repair? Or maybe the cost of fixing it just isn’t worth it anymore? Turn your old, battered vehicle into cash with Scrap Car Comparison! No matter the condition, we’ll find a buyer, with free collection included for every single customer!
Sell a car as salvage
Not all scrap cars are totally unusable. In some instances you'll still have parts on your car that still have life (and value) left in them. If this is the case with yours, we'll find a buyer who'll be willing to strip these parts and use them elsewhere, potentially boosting your offers as a result.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
Need to get rid of something on the large side? We can still get you a great sale for your van, truck, bus or anything. Our service is just as simple with a larger commercial vehicle as it is with a simple family car. Just call our team and we'll guide you through it all.
How to scrap your car in Tavistock
1. Get a quote
Use our online quote generator to see how much your car could be worth in a matter of moments. All you need is a postcode and registration number to get started. We'll then call you to go over your options.
2. Provide more details
Our phone call is your opportunity to boost your price. Describe the condition of your car in detail and we'll let you know if it's a potential salvage car. Remember, more detail means a greater guarantee of your price.
3. Arrange collection
Once you've accepted an offer we'll put you in touch with our specialist collectors. From there they'll arrange a mutually convenient time to collect. Once the car has been removed you'll be paid into your bank account.
Scrap Locations in Tavistock
Our network of coverage extends to the entire of Devon, so if you’re in Tavistock you know we can come to you. We can even help if you’re in the heart of Dartmoor or out on the coast near Plymouth or Torquay. Just get in touch and we’ll link you up with a buyer looking for a car just like yours in just a matter of moments.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Tavistock
- In 2025 we helped our customers in Tavistock sell circa 160 cars. That’s just 1.4% of all the cars brought to us in Devon.
- 66 of the cars in Tavistock were sold at their scrap value, but 86 (57%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Tavistock was 130319 miles; the youngest car was 6 years, and the oldest was 32 years.
- Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 53% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 45%, and electric, only 1%.
- 27% of all the cars were black, 15% were blue, 8% were grey, 13% were red, 22% were silver, and 14% of them were white.
What are scrap car prices like in Tavistock?
All scrap prices, whether in Tavistock or anywhere in Devon, Cornwall or even nationwide, are based on the weight of your car combined with the current rate for scrap metal. This calculation will give us a base figure, and we’ll then get more detail from you to ensure we’re getting you the very best offers for your car.
What's the difference between scrap and salvage?
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 I still 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.
What happens to scrap cars?
All scrap cars 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?
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.
