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Scrap My Car Market Harborough
Get the very best price when you need to scrap your car or van in Market Harborough!
Use Scrap Car Comparison’s industry leading online quote generator to see why we are the UK’s favourite place to sell scrap cars and vans. Not only will you get an offer in seconds, but the money will be in your bank account within a matter of days.
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Get a price in just 30 seconds by providing us with your postcode and vehicle registration
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Lock in your quote by speaking to our team on the phone and describing the vehicle
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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- We are the UK’s favourite website when it comes to selling a scrap or salvage vehicle
- Our system has generated over £275 MILLION worth of scrap offers
- We’ve helped remove thousands of tonnes worth of damaged vehicles from the roads, keeping them safer as a result
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Testimonials
"Excellent service. I'd never done this, everything was so well explained and carried out."
David, Kettering"Great service, very professional and quick turnaround. Would highly recommend."
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Money paid out for these vehicles in Market Harborough
✅ 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 Market Harborough
Find out what we can do for you and your scrap vehicle in Market Harborough
Scrap your car
Get started today and enjoy the easiest car sale you'll ever go through. With just two small pieces of information we can get your initial prices, and you could find your car sold within the next three days.
Sell a car for salvage
Not all scrap cars are totally useless. In some cases, some reusable spares may still be found attached. By selling as salvage, your car will either be stripped of these parts or repaired back to roadworthy state. Either way, salvage cars usually get higher prices than scrap offers.
Sell a damaged car
We know how difficult selling damaged cars can be - and that's why we're here! Don't worry about explaining your cars issues to every prospective buyer. Tell us just once and we'll find a buyer for you in an instant, no hassle or fuss.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
It's not just cars that can go wrong, and when commercial vehicles fail we know how important that can be to your business. That's why our service for larger vehicles is just as easy as selling cars. Just give us a call and we'll get you sorted.
How to scrap your car in Market Harborough
1. Generate a quote
A postcode and registration number is all you need to find out your scrap prices. These will be based on the current rate for scrap metal and the weight of your vehicle. While you can choose to accept this offer for a quick sale, we'll call you to discuss the car in greater detail and maybe get you an even better price.
2. Give more details
Our phone call is your opportunity to boost your offer. Descsribe your car accurately and honestly and we'll check your local area to see if anyone is willing to pay a higher price or even buy it as a salvage vehicle rather than scrap. Once you're happy with one of the offers, we'll put you in touch with one of our collection partners.
3. Collection and Payment
We work with trusted collection agents nationwide so you know you're always going to get a great service. When they arrive they'll give your car a quick inspection to ensure it is as you described. Once the car is loaded on the trailer to be taken away, the money will be transferred directly into your bank account.
Scrap Locations in Market Harborough
We offer a scrap and salvage selling service in all of Market Harborough. Whether you’ve got a car broken down on Coventry Road or your van has packed up out near Lubenham, you can be safe in the knowledge that we can come to you. Any postcode starting in LE16 can be scrapped, as well as the wider Leicestershire county.
Where possible we’ll always find a local collector and ATF to you, making things easier for you and helping the local economy, too.
Market Harborough Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics
In 2024 we helped our customers in Market Harborough sell 354 cars. That’s just 2.9% of all the cars in Leicestershire.
192 of the cars in Market Harborough were sold at their scrap value, but 162 (0%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Market Harborough was 122289 miles; the youngest car was 2.1 years, and the oldest was 35 years.
- There were 81 black cars scrapped in Market Harborough in 2024. They made up 23.8% of all cars scrapped. That’s 2.0% higher than the national average of 21.9%
- 68 of them were blue. They made up 20.0% of all cars scrapped. That’s 1.0% higher than the national average of 19.0%
- 48 of them were grey. They made up 14.1% of all cars scrapped. That’s 0.6% higher than the national average of 13.5%
- 30 of them were red. They made up 8.8% of all cars scrapped. That’s -1.3% lower than the national average of 10.1%
- 76 of them were silver. They made up 22.4% of all cars scrapped. That’s -1.4% lower than the national average of 23.7%
- 37 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 are scrap car prices in Market Harborough?
Every price we generate and quote are based on the current rate for scrap metal across the country. This rate will be calculated alongside the expected weight of your vehicle to generate the base price. We also take into account any local trends that we see. With a short phone call, we’ll get more information from you to make this quote more accurate and see if we can extract any extra value for you.
What happens to scrap cars?
All scrap cars, by law, must be recycled. When they are sent to the Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF), they will be broken down and returned to their raw materials. These materials will then be reused again in the manufacturing process for new cars. Yes, by scrapping your old car, you’re helping new ones get on the road.
Is salvage the same as scrapping?
Not quite. Scrap cars will be sent straight to the crusher, while salvage cars will have anything reusable removed first. For example, if a major accident has rendered your car useless but you still have a working gearbox, that will be removed to be used as a spare elsewhere. Alternatively, if one mechanical issue has caused your car to be written off, a salvage buyer may decide to take on that repair job themselves and get your old car back on the road.
Can you scrap my specific make and model of car?
No matter how rare you think your car is, we guarantee we’ll be able to get a scrap or salvage offer for you. No car is too obscure for us. Trust us, we’ve seen it all! If it’s a huge SUV or a tiny city car, a modern electric marvel or an ancient dinosaur-burning petrol engine, we guarantee you a great service and an even greater 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.
