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Scrap My Car Gloucestershire
Sell your old, unwanted, or damaged car for a great price in Gloucestershire using Scrap Car Comparison’s online service. We’ll track down the best deals for your vehicle, no matter the condition it’s in, with offers from professional, licenced scrap dealers in your local area. Get a quote in seconds today and see what your vehicle is worth as scrap – or salvage – and sell it with FREE collection included.
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We'll give you a valuation for your old scrap car in less than one minute! With just a few basic details, we can generate a quote for you in no time.
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Every Scrap Car Comparison customer gets free collection, no matter what vehicle you're selling and where it needs picking up from!
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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
We buy hundreds of thousands of cars each year, making us the UK’s TOP scrap & salvage vehicle buying site!
We’ve raised almost £1 MILLION for local & national charities in the last FOUR years alone!
We take thousands of cars off the road each month, keeping Gloucestershire’s streets safer & cleaner!
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Testimonials
"Excellent service from start to finish. The price quoted is the price you get paid. Would 100% use them again."
Justin, Cheltenham"Excellent seamless service, everyone I spoke to was so helpful and the driver that came to collect the car made things really easy."
Joe, Cirencester"Made a call and was so easy from start to finish. Car pick up was easy too. Highly recommended."
Claire, Gloucester
Money paid out for these vehicles in Gloucestershire
✅ 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
Our services in Gloucestershire
Whether you’re scrapping your car, selling it for parts, or want to get rid of a work vehicle, Scrap Car Comparison is here to help. Even if it’s damaged, written off, or failed an MOT, we’ll find you a buyer in Gloucestershire and quote you a price in seconds.
Scrap your car
Sell your old car as scrap in any condition and from anywhere in Gloucestershire. Get the best price offered by professional scrap dealers who are part of our trusted network.
Sell your damaged car
Damage is expected on the vehicles that we buy. Most of the vehicles that are sold as scrap or salvage have been involved in an accident or have become so worn out that they're broken down, written off, or simply won't pass an MOT test anymore. Even if you think they're not worth repairing, we will get you a great price for your vehicle, so get a quote today.
Salvage your car
Salvaging your vehicle is a profitable alternative to scrapping it. If there's some life left in your old car, selling it for parts - or as 'spares and repairs' - will get you more cash than if you go down the scrap route. Don't worry, it's just as easy to salvage your vehicle with Scrap Car Comparison!
Scrap a van or commercial vehicle
Sell your van, bus, truck, or other work vehicle through Scrap Car Comparison. If it's not pulling its weight anymore, don't let your business suffer; cash in on your old, worn out commercial vehicle and put the money towards a newer motor that'll keep your company moving.
How to scrap your car in Gloucestershire
1. Get a quote
Go to the top of the page and fill in your vehicle's registration plate and postcode. We'll get your make and model details and find the scrap yards who cover your area.
2. Accept an offer
Accept the best offer we've been able to find for you. It's a no obligation way of letting us know you're happy with the price and want to proceed with the sale.
3. Collection & payment
Our team will help arrange collection of your vehicle in Gloucestershire at a convenient time. We'll be on hand to answer any of your questions and complete a bank transfer cash payment the same day.
Scrap Locations in Gloucestershire
Scrap Car Comparison only works with experienced and professional collectors, so you can rest assured the process is trusted and runs smoothly. Whether you’re wanting to find a dealer in Chipping Campden, Cheltenham, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tewkesbury or surrounding areas, our simple service means we will collect your car or van at no extra cost.
Gloucestershire Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics
In the county of Gloucestershire in 2024 we helped 16110 new customers sell their old cars. This includes nearby Bristol, which accounted for 51% of these figures, while only 0.2% came from Wedmore.
- 8710 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 7405 (46%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Avon was 137,507 miles; the youngest car was only 12 months, and the oldest was 39 years.
- There were 3369 black cars scrapped in Avon in 2024. They made up 22.3% of all the cars scrapped. That’s 18.0% higher than the national average of 4.3%
- 2988 blue cars were scrapped. They made up 19.8% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 1.0% higher than the national average of 18.8%
- 2040 grey cars were scrapped. They made up 13.5% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 0.2% higher than the national average of 13.3%
- 1432 red cars were scrapped. They made up 9.5% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.7% lower than the national average of 10.2%
- 3734 silver cars were scrapped. They made up 24.8% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 0.8% higher than the national average of 24.0%
- 1523 white cars were scrapped. They made up 10.1% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 13.9% lower than the national average of 11.9%
What are the scrap car prices in Gloucestershire?
The good news is that scrap car prices are directly linked to the weight of your car or van. And those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in Gloucestershire 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.
Can I scrap my car in Gloucestershire?
Yes, you can scrap your car across Gloucestershire – we have 100% coverage across the county. We have a number of scrap yards covering your area that are able to offer the most competitive prices, free collection and great customer service.
Can you scrap my specific make and model?
We scrap all well known car makes and models across the country. That includes the newest Tesla electric vehicles, Reliant Robins and supercars from Ferrari. We can even scrap imports, classic cars, 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.
How is salvaging different from scrapping?
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. Find out how to salvage your car.
Can my damaged, broken, missing MOT car be scrapped?
Yes we can scrap just about any car or van in any condition. We might need to adjust the prices we offer if there are parts of your vehicle missing. But if you have a damaged car, a car with no current MOT or even if it’s an insurance write off we can get you a price and arrange a collection.
What will happen to my scrap car?
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.
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.
