since 2009
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Scrap My Car in Lincolnshire
Get a great price for your car anywhere in Lincolnshire when you use Scrap Car Comparison.
Our service ensures you get an instant price for a car no matter its condition. Better yet, we can even offer a free collection to all customers.
Instant offers
Get a quote in just 30 seconds when you put your registration number and postcode into our generator.
Guaranteed prices
Lock in your offer by describing the condition of your car to a member of our team.
Free collection
Enjoy a free collection service thanks to our nationwide network of scrap yards and salvage specialists.
Extensive Lincolnshire network
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Who We Are: Lincolnshire's Largest Scrap Car Buyer Since 2009
Since 2009, we’ve helped drivers across Lincolnshire and the UK scrap, sell and recycle their old vehicles quickly, safely and for the best possible price.
- £225 million+ paid to customers for their vehicles since 2009 – so you know you’re getting a fair price for your scrap car
- 8.5 million+ vehicles processed through our technology, matching you with the right buyer every time
- 450+ Authorised Treatment Facilities and specialist buyers nationwide, so your car is collected fast wherever you are
- Hundreds of thousands of cars bought every year, making us Lincolnshire’s leading scrap and salvage car buying website
- £1 million+ raised for national and local charities since 2016
- Thousands of tonnes of end-of-life vehicles cleared from Lincolnshire’s roads every month, cutting emissions and keeping the roads safer
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What Our Customers Say About Us
★★★★★Leanne Graves
Great & easy to use great customer service sorted in minutes explained what would happen next then within a few days car was gone & got the exact money that was offered in my bank while the car was being recovered & was in the bank great service I recommend them to anyone
★★★★★Darren Patrick Knowler
Quick collection.
★★★★★Phoebe Bryant
Staff member i spoke to was kind and explained everything clearly! Great customer service
★★★★★Melissa Walton
Excellent service, very prompt and bank transfer received the same day. I would highly recommend.
★★★★★Amy Moulder
Very impressed with the who,e process. Many thanks!
★★★★★Nickolas
Fast response, good price and good explanation
Money paid out for these vehicles in Lincolnshire
✅ MOT failures
✅ Non-starters
✅ Insurance write-offs
✅ Damaged vehicles
✅ Petrol and diesel vehicles
✅ Uneconomical cars and vans
✅ Missing paperwork
✅ No keys
✅ Breakdowns
✅ SORN vehicles
✅ Electric and hybrid cars
Scrap car services in Lincolnshire
Here’s everything we can do for you and your car in the county of Lincolnshire.
Scrap your car
This is the base service we provide. Enjoy the easiest sale you’ll ever see by scrapping your car with Scrap Car Comparison. Simply get a quote via our price generator and we'll find you a buyer within moments. Your car could be sold and collected anywhere from Grimsby to Stamford within 72 hours!
Sell your car as salvage
Salvaging a car is basically the industry term for selling it as "spares and repairs". Your car will be stripped down to its individual components, which will then be sold on individually. As a result of these extra sales, you'll often find that a salvage car gets better offers than scrap ones. Almost half of the cars we've helped in Lincolnshire have gone to salvage buyers, so it's important to be as accurate as possible.
Sell a damaged vehicle
Selling a damaged vehicle is never an easy task, especially when you have to explain the problem every time to possible customers who are only going to try and haggle you down. Just one call to us will get you a guaranteed sale in a matter of moments.
Scrap a van or commercial vehicle
Don't let your business suffer because your van's broken down. Our service is just as quick for trucks and buses as it is for cars. Follow the same quote process and we'll get in touch to get you an unbeatable price with zero hassle.
How to scrap a car in Lincolnshire
1. Get a quote
Simply put your postcode and vehicle registration into our generator and we’ll get you a quote in a matter of moments. Our team will then get in touch to discuss your options.
2. Provide more details
When we call you, this is your opportunity to boost your price by giving us more detail. The more information we have, the more accurate, and potentially bigger, your quote will be. Also remember to let us know if your car is within a gated yard, down a farm track or stored in a barn of field, as this can influence the type of vehicle sent to collect your car. At this stage we recommend clearing out your car and checking for all personal belongings, including dashcams and any parking permits.
3. Arrange collection
With a quote accepted, all that’s left is to arrange a free collection at a time that suits you with one of our trusted agents. We’ll also help you with the DVLA paperwork. Once the vehicle is removed, the money will be paid by bank transfer there and then. Cash payments are not available in keeping with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. Remember to cancel your insurance after it's been removed to avoid any unwanted payments leaving your account.
Scrap Locations in Lincolnshire
Wherever in the county you’re located, Scrap Car Comparison can collect your vehicle from your home or workplace at no extra cost – and you’ll never run into any unexpected fees. You’ll be paid on the very same day your vehicle is taken away knowing you’ve found the best price. Find out more about scrap and salvage vehicle collection in your part of Lincolnshire:
Our scrap car collection will guarantee pickups from LN1 postcodes in the middle of Lincoln itself to the seaside areas of PE24 and PE25 in Skegness. With its own fair share of large towns and the city of Lincoln, along with close proximity to Yorkshire and other major collection locations, we have the most professional car scrappers competing for your vehicle. We can collect from anywhere in Lincolnshire, including villages and rural addresses, not just the major towns.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Lincolnshire
- In Lincolnshire in 2025 we helped 5716 new customers sell their old cars. 12% live in Pinchbeck, in which we quoted for the most cars, and only 0.3% came from Bigby, which saw the fewest.
- 3356 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 2365 (41%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Lincolnshire was 129,795 miles; the youngest car was 1.9 years, and the oldest was 69 years.
- Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 52% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 46%, and electric, only 1%.
- 22% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 13% were grey, 11% were red, 22% were silver, and 13% of them were white.
Can I scrap my car in Lincolnshire?
Yes. We collect scrap cars from anywhere in Lincolnshire, from Lincoln and Grantham to Skegness and Grimsby, and collection is always free. Pop your registration and postcode into our quote generator to see your offer in 30 seconds.
What are the scrap car prices in Lincolnshire?
Every price we generate and quote is 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.
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 is salvaging different to scrap?
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.
What happens to a scrap car?
Your car will be sent to an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF), licensed by the Environment Agency, to be recycled responsibly in line with all government and environmental rules and regulations. It will be returned to its raw materials, which will then be able to be used again in the manufacturing process. Once it’s scrapped, the ATF will issue a Certificate of Destruction as proof the car has been legally destroyed.
What documents do I need to scrap my car?
You’ll need your V5C logbook, photo ID and proof of address. Scrap buyers are required by law to check who they’re buying from, so having these ready keeps collection quick. If anything’s missing, let our team know when we call.
Can I scrap my car without a V5C?
Yes, you can still scrap your car without a V5C logbook. You’ll just need to show the car is yours another way, with photo ID, proof of address and something linking you to the car, such as an old MOT certificate or purchase receipt. Mention it when we call and we’ll tell you exactly what’s needed.
Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
Not until the finance is settled. While money is still owed, the finance company has a legal interest in the car, so you’ll need to pay it off or get the lender’s written permission first. Ask your lender for a settlement figure before you arrange collection.
Can I scrap my car if I don’t have the keys?
Yes. We regularly buy cars without keys. Just tell us when you describe the car so we can arrange the right collection, as it may affect your offer.
Do I get a road tax refund when I scrap my car?
Yes, for any full months left on your tax. The DVLA cancels your tax and sends the refund automatically once it’s been told the car has been scrapped. You won’t get anything back for a part month.
How do I tell the DVLA I’ve scrapped my car?
Hand over your V5C logbook when the car is collected, but keep the yellow “sell, transfer or part-exchange” slip. You’ll use the details on it to tell the DVLA online that the car has gone to an Authorised Treatment Facility. You can be fined £1,000 if you don’t.
Do I need to be there for collection?
No, you don’t need to be there yourself, but someone must be there to represent you if you can’t be. They’ll need to be over the age of 18 with their own photo ID, and be able to prove they’re here on your behalf.
Can I scrap an electric or hybrid car?
Yes. Scrap Car Comparison can help you scrap electric vehicles , including fully electric cars, safely and responsibly. When requesting your quote, make sure you provide accurate information about the vehicle’s condition so the collection can be arranged appropriately.
Can I keep a private number plate?
Yes, you can! Just make sure it’s put on retention with the DVLA or transferred to another vehicle before the scrap process begins, as it is unrecoverable if the car is scrapped while still registered to it.
How do I get the best price for my car in Lincolnshire?
To get the best price, use a service like ours that provides both scrap and salvage quotes. Many older or written-off cars aren’t destined for the scrap heap; some are salvaged for parts or even fully restored. Ensure you describe the car’s condition accurately, as salvage buyers often pay more. Also, check for collection fees, as our quotes always include free collection.
Are your prices really guaranteed?
Yes. Once you accept a quote we lock the price in, so as long as the car matches the description you gave us, that’s the price you’ll be paid. 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 occasionally result in lower offers. However, our team will let you know and share why.
