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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.

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

Scrap Car Kensington

Get a great price from Kensington or anywhere in Central London when you use Scrap Car Comparison’s unbeatable service.

We guarantee a great price with unbeatable service, anywhere in the UK thanks to our extensive network of specialist buyers.

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

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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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Money paid out for these vehicles in Kensington

✅ 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 Kensington

Here’s everything we can do for you and a broken car in Kensington and the wider borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Scrap your car

Get a scrap price for your car in moments with just a postcode and vehicle registration number. We guarantee a fast sale and free collection thanks to our national network of specialists, allowing you to enjoy the easiest vehicle sale you've ever seen

Sell a damaged car

Handling damaged vehicles is all part of the job in the scrap and salvage industry. Our buyers regularly deal with cars that have been written off, crashed, failed their MOT, or suffered major mechanical issues. Local buyers in your area are still ready to offer top prices for your vehicle, and our experienced team knows exactly how to value your car, no matter its condition.

Sell a car as salvage

Selling your car for salvage is a great alternative if you do not want it to be completely scrapped. While scrapping involves crushing and recycling the entire vehicle, salvaging gives your car, or its parts, a second life. The vehicle will be carefully dismantled, and any components that are still in good working condition will be removed and reused in other vehicles.

Sell a van or commercial vehicle

Looking to sell something on the larger side of motoring? We've scrapped vans, trucks, buses and almost all commercial vehicles you can think of. Get in touch today and our team will guide you through the process. We can even help with fleet disposal if this is needed.

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How to scrap a car in Kensington and Chelsea

1. Get a quote

Simply put your vehicle details into our online quote generator at the top of this page and we'll calculate your scrap offers instantly. Based on the current rate for scrap metal, this will be defined by the weight of your car. You could choose to accept this straight away, but we'll call you to discuss your options anyway.

2. Provide more details

When we call, you're given the opportunity to get an even better offer. We'll ask some questions about your car's condition and this will allow us to see if we could recalculate your offer as salvage. The details you provide must be accurate, as false information will nullify the price guarantee and it will be recalculated upon collection.

3. Arrange collection

With an offer accepted and locked in, we'll send out one of our trusted collection partners to come and remove your vehicle. Following a brief inspection to check your car is as described, it'll be loaded up and taken away at which point the money will be transferred directly into your account via bank transfer.

Scrap Locations in Kensington

Our service covers the entire of Kensington and Chelsea, so you know we can get you a great price with free collection. Whether you’re in Belgravia, Knightsbridge or Notting Hill, you’re guaranteed a great service. We also cover every borough across the capital, from Barking to Westminster and everything in between. Get a quote today and we’ll ensure you get a great price with free collection.

Haringey

Havering

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

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Kensington

In 2025 we helped our customers in Kensington sell circa 190 cars. That’s just 1.6% of all the cars brought to us in Greater London.
90 of the cars in Kensington were sold at their scrap value, but 97 (52%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Kensington was 101978 miles; the youngest car was 5.7 years, and the oldest was 37 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 83% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 16%, and electric, only 1%.
24% of all the cars were black, 20% were blue, 16% were grey, 9% were red, 27% were silver, and 5% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in London and Kensington in 2025

What are the scrap car prices in Kensington?

Every scrap car price we generate is based on the weight of your car and the current rate for scrap vehicles nationwide. We’ll also check local trends as well as taking into account the condition of your car if it could be sold as a salvage vehicle.

What happens to scrap cars?

When your car is sold as scrap, it will be taken away to a scrap yard (or an Authorised Treatment Facility, as they’re more formally known) and it will be crushed. The materials from your vehicle are then separated and recycled.

Can you get a quote for my specific car?

Yes! Our team has the experience required to find a top price for any vehicle at all, even if it’s something that’s not yet in our database (but, with so many years in business, it probably will be!)

Whatever you drive, whether it’s a heavily customised motor or a foreign import, we can find you a great offer for it from a buyer in your local Kidsgrove area. Get a quote now – the valuation might surprise you!

What's the difference between scrap and salvage?

When a car is scrapped, it’s crushed and its materials are recycled. The metal, glass, plastics, rubbers, etc. that it’s made up of will be returned to their most basic form, so that they can be made into other things.

When a car is salvaged, it’ll be disassembled (either partly or entirely) and its parts will be taken out. These parts will then be used to restore other vehicles. It’s not unheard of for salvage cars to actually be repaired themselves and put back on the road, but this is usually only undertaken by people who really know their way around a car.

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.

Expert advice on scrapping your car

Road Tax and Recycling: Navigating the Rules When Scrapping a Car with Outstanding Tax in the UK

The Pitfalls of Car Scrapping: Common Mistakes Owners Make and How to Avoid Them

The High Cost of Cutting Corners: Understanding the UK’s Penalties for Illegal Car Scrapping

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The Risks of Going Off-Record: What Really Happens If You Scrap a Car Without Informing the DVLA

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