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Scrap My Car Erith
Unlock your scrap prices in just 30 second when you use Scrap Car Comparison to sell a car in Erith.
Our network guarantees you a great offer in no time at all, with a free collection offered as standard thanks to our collectors operating nationwide.
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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- We are the biggest website helping sell scrap and salvage vehicles in the UK
- We’ve quoted over £275 MILLION for scrap cars over the years.
- We’ve raised over £750,000 for charities up and down the country.
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Testimonials
"Service was excellent, no problems at all and the staff were helpful throughout the process"
Afia, Belvedere"All went better than I thought"
Derek, Rainham"Excellent service, great communication and hassle-free"
Claire, Dartford
Money paid out for these vehicles in Erith
✅ 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 Erith
Here’s a look at everything we can do for you and your old car in Erith
Scrap your car
The core service we provide, all you need is a postcode and a registration number to get a price. We’ll find the best price in your area and have your car removed as fast as possible.
Sell a car as salvage
Sometimes a car might be simply "too good" to end up straight on the scrap pile. If this is the case with yours, then we can get you a potentially better price by selling as salvage. This will see your car broken down and sold for parts.
Sell a damaged car
Don't let a few damages be what stops you selling your car. Don't panic about dealing with hagglers and time wasters - our service removes any threat of those! We'll get you a great price in moments and a sale guaranteed every time.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
Larger vehicles like vans, trucks, buses and other commercial vehicles can be sold with Scrap Car Comparison too. Sell through us for the best price - you can even scrap a whole fleet of commercial vehicles!
How to scrap a car in Erith
1. Get a quote
Use the form at the top of this page to see your base scrap offers. These prices will be based on the weight of your car and the current rate for scrap metal. Our team will then give you a call to discuss your car in greater detail to see if we can boost any of those prices.
2. Provide more details
When we call, make sure you honestly and accurately describe the condition of your car. Not only will this make your offer more accurate, but it also eliminates the chance of any re-valuations upon pickup. An honest and accurate description means we can lock your price in down to the penny.
3. Arrange collection
With your offer now accepted and price locked in, one of our trusted collection agents will be in touch to sort a mutually convenient time to come and get your car. Following a quick inspection to ensure the car is as described, it will be removed and the money transferred that day directly into your bank account.
Scrap Locations in Erith
Our service encompasses the entire of London and surrounding counties, so whether you’re on the banks of the Thames in Erith, or across the water in Rainham or Dagenham, we can always come to you. We have an extensive network in the South East, so if you’re near Dartford in Kent, or even further out in the likes of Southend or Orpington, our service will always be able to get you a quick sale with free collection.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Erith
- In Greater London in 2025 we helped 11761 new customers sell their old cars. 14% live in Hillingdon, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.4% came from Paddington, which saw the smallest.
- 6175 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 5612 (48%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Greater London was 111,348 miles; the youngest car was only 10 months, and the oldest was 72 years.
- Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 81% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 16%, and electric, only 2%.
- 25% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 14% were grey, 8% were red, 25% were silver, and 10% of them were white.
Can I still scrap my car if it's old or rare?
Absolutely! We don’t care how popular or rare a car is. A car is a car to us and we’ll get a price no matter what it is. We’ve scrapped everything from family hatchbacks to exotic supercars. Still think your car is too rare for us? Give us a call and we’ll get you a price!
What are the scrap car prices in Erith?
All of our scrap car prices nationwide are calculated using the national going rate for scrap metal. We’ll work out an offer based on the weight of the vehicle you’re selling. These prices align with the national average for scrap metal in the UK. We’ll even check locally to see if your car could be sold as salvage to potentially boost your offers.
What happens to scrap cars?
If your car is scrapped then the vehicle will be recycled. This means all of the components and parts will be stripped and processed in line with national environmental standards. Nearly all of the materials will be used to build new cars in what is considered a circular automotive economy.
What's the difference between scrap and salvage?
Car salvaging is the process of reclaiming the vehicle so it isn’t dismantled and recycled, but instead fixed or stripped for parts. Salvaging nearly always gets you a better price for your car or van, but we do need to know more about the car’s condition.
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.
