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R Newton - Verified Buyer

Superb service and communication throughout the process , car off the premises within three days. Extremely professional. Strongly recommend.

A Horner - Verified Buyer

That was so easy!!! Great driver who picked up our old banger. Very helpful and polite. Thanks.

D Foster - Verified Buyer

Everyone I had spoken to went above and beyond to help with any issues/ questions I had. Very helpful and I would definitely recommend.

- Verified Buyer

Offered the best price, very polite and professional. Came when they said they would and paid very promptly. Highly recommended.

Scrap My Car Islington

Scrap your car for the very best price in and around Islington with Scrap Car Comparison.

It doesn’t matter what you’ve got or where you are, you’re always guaranteed a quick and hassle-free sale when you use Scrap Car Comparison. Our nationwide network also spans 99% of all UK postcodes, ensuring you get a free collection.

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Get a quote in just 30 seconds when you put a vehicle registration and postcode into our price generator

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Lock in your offer by describing your car to one of our friendly and knowledgeable team

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

The UK’s favourite website helping owners of scrap vehicles get their best prices
We’ve offered over £275 MILLION to customers since we began operating
Our charity programme has raised over £750,000 for good causes across the country

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Money paid out for these vehicles in Islington

✅ 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 services in Islington

Here’s everything we can do for you and a scrap car in and around Islington

Scrap your car

Our quickest and easiest service. Simply put your registration details into our quote generator along with your postcode and see your prices instantly. We’ll find you the best price near you.

Sell a car as salvage

Selling your car for salvage is an excellent alternative to scrapping it. Salvage vehicles are carefully dismantled so that usable parts can be recovered and resold. As a result, salvage cars often hold a higher value than standard scrap vehicles. We’ll just need a few extra details about your car to see if it qualifies for salvage, and if it does, the offers you receive could be much higher!

Sell a damaged car

Don't sit there trying to shift a car stuck on your driveway trying to dodge time wasters and hagglers, and get an instant offer with Scrap Car Comparison. All you need to do is give us your car's details and we'll find an instant buyer for your car. Guarantee a quick sale and free up that driveway instead.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

When your business vehicle reaches the end of its working life, selling it couldn’t be easier with Scrap Car Comparison. Whether it’s a van, truck, or bus that’s no longer running as it should, it might be time to upgrade. You can scrap your commercial vehicle - or even an entire fleet - through our service just as easily as you would a regular car, with a smooth, hassle-free process from start to finish.

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How to scrap a car in Islington

1. Get a quote

Simply enter your vehicle details into our online form to receive an instant quote. This first offer reflects your car’s scrap value, but if it’s lower than expected, your vehicle may qualify for salvage, potentially earning you a much higher payout! When prompted, provide a few extra details about your car, and we’ll check if it can be sold for salvage, which could significantly increase the amount you receive.

2. Provide more details

Sharing a little extra information about your vehicle can greatly increase its valuation and help you secure better offers from our buyers! The more details you provide, the more accurate and competitive your quote will be. It’s worth spending a few extra minutes telling us the details! We may ask about the condition of key parts like the engine, gearbox, or wheels, but don’t worry; our system is quick, simple, and easy to use!

3. Arrange collection

After accepting an offer, you can arrange your car’s collection at a time and location that suits you. Just pick a spot that’s easy for the recovery truck to access. If your vehicle is at a garage or somewhere other than your driveway, we can still collect it from there as well! Once your car has been picked up, your payment will be processed and sent directly to your bank account, making the entire process quick, simple, and stress-free.

Scrap Locations in Islington

Our service covers the entire Islington area and all London Boroughs. We have an extensive network of specialists in every Home County, while our extended selection of buyers ensures that we can provide a great service to 99% of all UK postcodes. Just get in touch today to see what we can do for you and your car, whether you’re in Islington itself or further out in the likes of Camden, Hackney or even up near Wood Green.

Upper Street, Islington, London

Tower Hamlets

Southwark

Redbridge

Merton

Hillingdon

Hackney

Camden

Brent

Westminster

Newham

Islington

Waltham Forest

Greenwich

Fulham

Bexley

Barnet

Hounslow

Enfield

Bromley

Harrow

Kensington

Richmond

Sutton

Barking

East London

Kingston

Lewisham

Ealing

Croydon

London Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics

In the county of London in 2024 we helped 28428 new customers sell their old cars.
15254 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 13184 (46%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in London was 108,953 miles; the youngest car was only 7 months, and the oldest was 30 years.

There were 6972 black cars scrapped in London in 2024. They made up 5.9% of all the cars scrapped. That’s 1.6% higher than the national average of 4.3%
4724 blue cars were scrapped. They made up 17.5% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -1.2% lower than the national average of 18.8%
3786 grey cars were scrapped. They made up 14.1% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 0.8% higher than the national average of 13.3%
2072 red cars were scrapped. They made up 7.7% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -2.5% lower than the national average of 10.2%
6728 silver cars were scrapped. They made up 25.0% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 1.0% higher than the national average of 24.0%
2652 white cars were scrapped. They made up 9.8% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 14.1% lower than the national average of 11.9%

What are the scrap car prices in Islington?

The good news is that scrap car prices are directly linked to the weight of your car or van. And those prices reflect the national average for scrap metal in the UK. Our network of approved scrap yards in the London area 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's the difference between scrap and salvage?

While scrap cars are sent straight to the crusher, a salvage vehicle will be stripped of all its usable parts first. These parts will be used for spares or repairs, meaning they carry extra value to them, which is why salvage vehicles often get larger offers than scrap.

Can a car be too badly damaged for scrap?

There is no amount of damage that makes a car “unscrappable”. Any car can be scrapped, whatever has happened to it. We can even get great offers for cars that have failed their MOT, and even those that have been deemed an insurance write off. We’ll get you a great price no matter your car’s history.

Can you scrap any type of car?

Of course we can! We can scrap anything and everything. Whether it’s an incredibly rare import or one of the most common hatchbacks seen on the road, you know you’ll get a great price and unbeatable service with Scrap Car Comparison.

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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