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Scrap My Car Potters Bar

Sell an old, damaged or simply unwanted car in Potters Bar with Scrap Car Comparison

Use Scrap Car Comparison to ensure you get the very best price in the quickest way possible. Enjoy the easiest and most stress-free vehicle sale ever.

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Get a quote in a matter of moments when putting a postcode and vehicle registration number into our online valuation tool

Guaranteed prices

Describe the condition of your car in detail and we'll lock in your price down to the final penny

Free collection

With a nationwide network of specialist collectors at our fingertips, we can promise free collection to all customers

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

  • The UK’s largest scrap and salvage vehicle selling website helping thousands sell their cars every week.
  • We’ve provided over £275 MILLION for scrap cars via our online quote generator.
  • Every month we raise thousands to charities benefiting those in need up and down the country through donations from our customers.

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"Very, very good service. Nice and courteous driver turned up and loaded with no hassle. Money paid into bank soon after."

Ian, Potters Bar

"Very helpful and friendly. Got me a price within a few minutes, explaining the process extremely clearly and answered all my questions"

Frank, Potters Bar

"Quick and efficient service! Customer service advisor explained the process clearly. My experience was 5 stars"

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Scrap Car Comparison Mascot Money paid out for these vehicles in Potters Bar

✅ 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

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Scrap Car Comparison Mascot Scrap car services in Potters Bar

We don’t just scrap cars – here’s what we can do for you and your car in Potters Bar

Scrap your car

Use our price generator and we'll present you with scrap car prices instantly. Think that's fast? We can even sell the car within 72 hours! Get that troubled car gone!

Sell a car as salvage

Some cars are too good to go straight to the scrap pile, and if yours still has some life left in places you could make even more money by selling as salvage. This will see the working parts removed to be sold on elsewhere, adding extra value to your car.

Sell a damaged car

Selling a damaged car privately is never an easy task, especially having to wade through potential time wasters and explaining your issue multiple times. Save yourself the stress and sell with Scrap Car Comparison. We have buyers waiting for a car just like yours.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

Got something bigger you need to get rid of? We can help there, too! Our service is just as simple for vans, trucks and any commercial vehicle as it is for a car. We can even help scrap a fleet of vehicles if your business needs a complete refresh.

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1. Get a quote

Pop your details into our instant quote generator and we'll provide you with your scrap offers in seconds. These offers are simply based on the weight of your car and the current scrap metal rates nationwide. You can choose to accept straight away, or you can speak to us for a more accurate valuation of your car's condition.

2. Describe your car

We'll call you to discuss your car, and this is where you get the chance to potentially boost your offers. Describe your car in detail and we'll see if we could reclassify it as a salvage vehicle. Make sure this description is accurate, as false information will only result in a renegotiation on collection - while we do guarantee your price, it remains subject to inspection.

3. Collection and payment

With an offer locked in we'll connect you with one of our trusted collection specialists. They'll come straight to you and once the car has been loaded up your money will be transferred straight into your account.

Scrap Car Comparison Mascot Scrap Locations in Potters Bar

Our coverage takes in all of Potters Bar, so if you have an EN6 postcode you know we’ll get you a great price for your car. We can provide a free collection service all around the Hertfordshire and Greater London area, so just get in touch and see how quickly we can get your car gone for you. Where possible we always aim to get you a local scrap dealer to ensure your price is as high as possible while also helping your local economy at the same time.

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Scrap Car Comparison Mascot Potters Bar Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics

  • In 2024 we helped our customers in Potters Bar sell 216 cars. That’s just 1.0% of all the cars in Essex.
  • 136 of the cars in Potters Bar were sold at their scrap value, but 81 (37.5%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
  • The average mileage of all the cars sold in Potters Bar was 116808 miles; the youngest car was 4.4 years, and the oldest was 30 years.

  • There were 56 black cars scrapped in Potters Bar in 2024. They made up 27.7% of all cars scrapped. That’s 5.9% higher than the national average of 21.9%
  • 33 of them were blue. They made up 16.3% of all cars scrapped. That’s -2.7% lower than the national average of 19.0%
  • 23 of them were grey. They made up 11.4% of all cars scrapped. That’s -2.1% lower than the national average of 13.5%
  • 18 of them were red. They made up 8.9% of all cars scrapped. That’s -1.2% lower than the national average of 10.1%
  • 50 of them were silver. They made up 24.8% of all cars scrapped. That’s 1.0% higher than the national average of 23.7%
  • 22 of them were white. They made up 10.9% of all cars scrapped. That’s -0.9% lower than the national average of 11.8%

What happens to scrap cars?

All scrap cars are recycled in line with government regulations. Unless your car is classed as salvage, it will be sent straight to the scrapyard as is. The professionals will strip the car down and return it back to its original raw materials, which can then be used again in the manufacturing process. Often, scrap cars actually help the build process of new cars.

What are the scrap car prices in Potters Bar?

Every scrap price we generate is calculated by taking the weight of your car and the putting it alongside the current rate for scrap metal nationwide. If your car is classified as a salvage vehicle then its condition will have greater influence, but scrap cars are largely focused on the weight alone.

Can you scrap my MOT failure or insurance write-off?

There is no limit on cars being scrapped – in fact, MOT failures and insurance write-offs are some of the most common vehicles we see. We’ve seen some incredibly damaged vehicles in our time, and we always get a great offer for them.

What is the difference between salvage and scrap?

Scrap cars are sent to the scrapyard in their entirety and scrapped as they are. Salvage vehicles, however, will have any reusable components removed first. If you have parts that could be sold on elsewhere or used to repair other vehicles, you could sell your car as salvage and possibly get an even better 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.

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