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Scrap My Car Barnet
Get a great price for your old scrap car around Barnet by using Scrap Car Comparison.
Our service provides you with the platform to get an instant price for your old car, no matter it’s condition and wherever you are. Our network covers 99% of all UK postcodes so not only will you get a quick price with no hassle, we can also provide a free collection to all.
Instant offers
Get a quote in just 30 seconds when you put some details into our online valuation tool
Guaranteed prices
Lock in your value by providing our team with an accurate description of your car's condition
Free collection
Our nationwide network of scrap and salvage specialists ensures a free collection for everyone
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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- We’re the biggest website in the UK facilitating the sale of scrap and salvage vehicles.
- Every year we help thousands of people get the very best price for their broken old cars
- Since we began we’ve offered over £275 MILLION for end-of-life vehicles.
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Testimonials
"I found the service to be very good, great communication & always with pleasant helpful staff"
Andrew, Barnet"10 out of 10 service"
Lorna, Barnet"All very easy, would definitely use again"
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Money paid out for these vehicles in Barnet
✅ 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 Barnet
Here’s a quick look at every thing you can do with a broken car in Barnet
Scrap your car
Our core service and the easiest sale you'll ever come across. Get a price in seconds and we'll find a buyer looking for a car just like yours! Better yet, we'll come and get it for free too!
Sell a car as salvage
Whether your car is damaged, broken, or without an MOT, Scrap Car Comparison can help. Our service finds the best price for your old car, even if it's a write off. Our partnered scrap buyers know how to make the most of every car!
Sell a damaged car
Did you know you could actually make more money from your car by selling as salvage rather than scrap? If your car is sutiable, it will be broken down and sold on as spare parts instead of just crashed, earning you more as a result. Speak to our team to see if your car could be suitable.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
We don't just help you sell cars, and if you need to offload something a little bigger, we can help with that too! Vans, trucks, buses.. you name it, we'll scrap it! We can even help with fleet disposal if this is something you need. Just get in touch and we'll work our magic.
How to scrap a car in Barnet
1. Get a quote
Simply put your postcode and vehicle registration into our quote generator to see just how much your car could be worth as scrap. These will be your base prices, and then we'll call you to get a better idea of your car's condition and what we can do for you.
2. Provide more details
Our call is your chance to provide as many details about your car as possible. Ensure this is accurate, as our valuations are entirely based on your descriptions. False descriptions will only result in your price being recalculated upon collection. Once you've received an offer you're happy with, we'll put you in touch with one of our collection agents.
3. Collection and payment
With an offer locked in you'll then arrange with the buyer a suitable time to come and remove your car. After a brief inspection to see your car is as described, your car will be loaded up onto the trailer and payment will be made directly into your bank account.
Scrap Locations in Barnet
Our service covers all of the London Borough of Barnet in its entirety. Whether you’re in Barnet itself, Edgware or Cockfosters, we can find you a local buyer who can get you a great price for your car in an instant. Our network stretches across the entire of London and rest of the country, so no matter where you are you know you’ll be able to get a great price in no time at all by using Scrap Car Comparison.
Barnet scrapping and salvaging statistics
In 2024 we helped our customers in Barnet sell 280 cars.
- 165 of the cars in Barnet were sold at their scrap value, but 115 (41%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Barnet was 109219 miles; the youngest car was 3.8 years, and the oldest was 27 years.
- There were 66 black cars scrapped in Barnet in 2024. They made up 24.5% of all cars scrapped. That’s 2.7% higher than the national average of 21.9%
- 38 of them were blue. They made up 14.1% of all cars scrapped. That’s -4.9% lower than the national average of 19.0%
- 45 of them were grey. They made up 16.7% of all cars scrapped. That’s 3.3% higher than the national average of 13.5%
- 14 of them were red. They made up 5.2% of all cars scrapped. That’s -4.9% lower than the national average of 10.1%
- 67 of them were silver. They made up 24.9% of all cars scrapped. That’s 1.2% higher than the national average of 23.7%
- 39 of them were white. They made up 14.5% of all cars scrapped. That’s 2.7% higher than the national average of 11.8%
What are the scrap car prices in Barnet
The good news is that your scrap car value is directly linked to the weight of your car. And those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in London 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.
What happens when cars are scrapped?
Scrap cars are taken to an ATF where it will be crushed. Its raw materials will then be recycled. Old vehicles that are crushed often become all sorts of new things; the metal is used in cans, the rubber is used to make soft flooring (like you’d find on children’s play areas) and some of it might even be used to make new parts for new cars!
What's the difference between scrap and salvage?
While scrap cars are sent directly to Authorised Treatment Facilities and crushed, salvage vehicles will be broken down into any reusable parts first. Sometimes the car itself may actually be repaired and returned to the road, otherwise it will be used as spares and repairs.
Can I still sell an insurance write-off for scrap?
There is no such thing as too damaged for our service! Your damaged, broken, failed MOT car can be scrapped within a matter of moments. Get an instant quote and arrange a collection with Scrap Car Comparison. Even if your vehicle is non-running or stuck in a garage, we’ll come and get it!
How do I get the best price for my car?
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.
