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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 Torquay

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Unlock your prices in an instant and enjoy a hassle-free sales experience when you use our service. Our team is on hand to ensure you get the very best price and we can even offer a free collection service through our extensive network.

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

The UK’s favourite website when it comes to scrapping your car. Join the thousands getting the best price for their old vehicles today.
We’ve quoted over £275 MILLION for scrap vehicles, providing extensive and detailed knowledge on every occasion
Our service covers the entire of the UK, with 99% of all postcodes able to benefit from a quick, easy and free collection

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Testimonials

"Made selling my problem car really easy & stress free"

Natalie, Torquay

"Fast efficient service"

Martyn, Torquay

"It took so much strain off the predicament I was in"

Rhys, Cullompton

Money paid out for these vehicles in Torquay

✅ 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 Torquay

Sell your car as scrap

The simplest vehicle sale you'll ever see, just get a quote today and your car will be sold within days. Our service guarantees you a buyer, and the price you're quoted will be the price you're paid, down to the last penny.

Sell your car as salvage

Some cars are too good to go straight to the scrap yard, and we're here when they are! We'll get your car sold as salvage, meaning it'll be broken down to be used as spares and repairs, netting you more as a result!

Sell your damaged car

Don't let a few damages be what stops you selling your car. Don't panic about dealing with hagglers and time wasters - our service removes any threat of those! We'll get you a great price in moments and a sale guaranteed every time.

Sell a car as salvage

We don't just deal with cars, and have found prices for plenty of larger commercial vehicles over the years. If you've got a van, a bus, a truck - or anything for that matter - we'll get you a great price. The process is exactly the same for commercial vehicles as it is for cars - quick and easy.

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How to scrap a car in Torquay

1. Get a quote

Getting an initial price for your scrap car is simple with Scrap Car Comparison. Just enter your vehicle’s registration number and postcode, and we’ll show you how much scrap dealers in your local area are willing to pay. You’ll receive an instant quote, so there's no waiting around. If you’re happy with the offer, you can accept it straight away! Think your car might be worth more? When prompted, provide a few extra details about your vehicle, and we’ll check whether it qualifies to be sold as salvage instead.

2. Provide more details

Want to find out if your car qualifies for salvage? Our team will ask a few extra questions about its condition, usually covering key components like the engine, gearbox, wheels, and other important parts. By answering honestly, you’ll receive the most accurate price - one that’s guaranteed once you accept. Taking just a few extra minutes to provide these details could earn you a much higher quote, making it well worth your time.

3. Arrange collection

Once you’ve accepted an offer, it’s time to arrange your vehicle collection. This part of the service is completely free and just as straightforward. The buyer will get in touch to arrange a convenient collection time that suits you. If your car is located somewhere other than your home (such as a garage where it was being repaired) that’s no problem either. Once the driver confirms collection, your payment will be processed. Please note that cash payments are illegal under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, so your money will be transferred directly to your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Torquay

No matter where you are in Torquay, we guarantee 100% coverage of the town and wider rural areas. We cover both the TQ1 and TQ2 postcode areas so no matter whether you’re down by the harbour or up near the golf course 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.

Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon

Newton Abbot

Exeter

Torquay

Exmouth

Barnstaple

Plymouth

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Torquay

In Devon in 2025 we helped 11021 new customers sell their old cars. 15% live in Plymouth, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.1% came from Salcombe, which saw the smallest.
5847 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 5183 (47%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Devon was 132,624 miles; the youngest car was 1.8 years, and the oldest was 59 years.
Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 51% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 48%, and electric, only 1%.
21% of all the cars were black, 20% were blue, 13% were grey, 10% were red, 25% were silver, and 12% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in South Molton in 2025

What are the scrap car prices in Torquay?

Every scrap car price is linked to the overall weight of a vehicle. All of those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK, but we’ll also check our network of approved scrap yards in Torquay to 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.

What's the difference between scrap and salvage?

Salvage vehicles will be stripped down before they are sent to the scrap pile. Any reusable parts will be kept aside and either sold on as spares or used to repair other damaged cars. The added value in these parts mean that salvage offers are often larger than scrap ones.

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.

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