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Scrap My Car Hemel Hempstead
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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- The most popular vehicle scrapping and salvaging website in the UK with thousands removing their old cars every week
- We’ve offered over £275 MILLION for scrap vehicles through our online valuation tool
- We remove tens of thousands of tonnes of broken vehicles every year, keeping Britain’s road network safer as a result
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"Received competitive quote and process was very smooth and quick."
Sujata, Hemel Hempstead"Very impressed with the speed of service from everyone concerned"
Alan, Hemel Hempstead"Great! On time, professional driver, great money exchange very punctual"
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Money paid out for these vehicles in Hemel Hempstead
✅ 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 Hemel Hempstead
Here’s a quick rundown of what we can do for you and your scrap car in Hemel
Scrap your car
The easiest car sale you've ever seen. Just get a quote using our online generator to see how much your car could be worth and we'll get it sold - in some cases it could be gone in as little as 72 hours!
Salvage your vehicle
Some cars are just too good to scrap, and when they are we're still here for you. We'll find you a buyer who's prepared to strip your cars of its reusable parts, which we call selling as salvage. These parts help boost the value of your car, so you could get even more for selling as salvage.
Sell a damaged car
We know that selling a damaged car can be a really stressful experience, so why not remove any hassle and leave the entire process to us? We'll get you a buyer no matter how badly damaged your car might be and ensure that you get a fair price instantly.
Scrap a van or commercial vehicle
We can even get you a great price for something a little larger. No matter what it is you're looking to scrap - vans, trucks, buses, we'll scrap it. The process and service is exactly the same, so you know you'll get the best offers in no time at all.
How to scrap your car in Hemel Hempstead
1. Get a quote
Simply drop your details into our online valuation tool to find your initial scrap prices. These will be calculated by taking the weight of your car and combining it with the current scrap metal rates in the country. You could choose to accept an offer there and then, but we'll give you a call either way to discuss further options.
2. Provide more details
When we call you're given the opportunity to provide further details on the condition of your car. These details will allow us to cross check to see if you could qualify for a salvage offer or any other options. Your price will be guaranteed after this conversation, but will be dependent on the accuracy of your descriptions and remains subject to inspection upon collection.
3. Collection and payment
With an offer now accepted we'll put you in touch with one of our specialist collection experts who will arrange a mutually convenient time to come and remove your car. Following a brief inspection, the car will be loaded onto the trailer and the money will be transferred directly into your bank account.
Scrap Locations in Hemel Hempstead
Our scrap car service stretches across the entire of Hemel and the rest of Hertfordshire – simply put if you have an HP postcode, we’ll be able to sort you out. Whether you’re near Nash Mills or Water End, or maybe even out near the larger towns of Watford or Luton, we’re always able to help.
Where possible we’ll try to find you a price from a buyer near Hemel to ensure you not only get the very best prices, but also help out your local economy too.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Hemel Hempstead
- In 2025 we helped our customers in Hemel Hempstead sell circa 740 cars. That’s 13% of all the cars brought to us in Buckinghamshire.
- 333 of the cars in Hemel Hempstead were sold at their scrap value, but 399 (55%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Hemel Hempstead was 119347 miles; the youngest car was 2.2 years, and the oldest was 35 years.
- Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 64% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 35%, and electric, only 1%.
- 23% of all the cars were black, 14% were blue, 15% were grey, 10% were red, 25% were silver, and 13% of them were white.
What are the scrap car prices in Hemel?
All of the scrap car prices we generate in Hemel and the rest of Hertfordshire are calculated in line with the national rate for scrap metal and the weight of your car. The more metal a car has, the more it’s going to be worth to a scrap metal dealer, so weight is king. Salvage prices will also be impacted by the age, condition and other specific factors.
What happens to scrap cars?
All scrap cars must be recycled as per government regulations. This means your car will be stripped down to its original materials, with each of these being returned to their raw form. These will then be used again in the manufacturing process, often helping build brand new cars.
How is salvaging different to scrapping?
Scrapping is simple – the car is taken straight to the scrapyard for crushing and recycling. Salvaging, however, sees the car stripped of any reusable parts first. These spare parts can then be sold on as spares or repairs, helping boost the value of your car compared to a simple scrap option.
Can I scrap my MOT failure or insurance write-off?
Of course you can, no car is too badly damaged for our service. We see insurance write-offs and MOT failures almost every day, infact the latter are some of our most common calls! Whatever’s happened to your car, just get in touch and we’ll find you a great price.
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.
