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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 My Car Oakham

Get an unbeatable price for your old car in Oakham and across all of Rutland, no matter its condition! With Scrap Car Comparison’s online comparison service you’re guaranteed a great offer from local scrap buyers. We operate nationwide to ensure you’re getting the very best deals for your old car, wherever you call home.

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Get a quote in just 30 seconds by entering only your vehicle reg & postcode into our online quote form!

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Guaranteed offers are yours instantly, with competitive pricing based on up-to-date scrap trends.

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Enjoy free collection thanks to our nationwide network of specialist collectors, including ones local to you!

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

We are the NUMBER ONE scrap and salvage vehicle comparison site in the UK!
We’ve offered our customers over £275 MILLION for their scrap cars!
We donate thousands of pounds every month to local and nationwide charities!

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Testimonials

"Quick and convenient. Kept me informed and gave me notice of exact time of arrival!"

Michelle, Leicester

"Best price paid, smooth, honest transaction. Couldn't be happier. "

Lisa-Karen, Peterborough

"It was a pleasure to work with them and the other two companies. All were very professional and polite, and I got a good deal."

Bob, Melton Mowbray

Money paid out for these vehicles in Oakham

✅ 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

Our services in Oakham

Here’s what we can do for you in Oakham, Rutland:

Scrap your car

Our bread & butter. We'll help you sell your car in the easiest way possible! We'll get you a price in seconds, offered by genuine, licenced scrap or salvage dealers who are waiting to buy your vehicle. They'll even collect it for free!

Sell a car as salvage

Salvaging your car means it will be used for spare parts, or repaired at the buyer's expense. There's a lot more value in salvage vehicles, so the offers you receive will be MUCH higher than if you sell your vehicle as scrap!

Sell a damaged car

Our buyers are ready to purchase your car, whether it's got a few dents and scrapes or it's been totally written off! Damage comes with the territory in the scrap & salvage industry, so get a quote today even if your vehicle is a wreck!

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

Any successful business that requires commercial vehicles needs them to be reliable. If your work van, truck, car, or other commercial motor isn't pulling its weight anymore, scrap it now! We can even scrap or salvage whole fleets in one go!

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How to scrap your car in Oakham

1. Get a quote

Use our online quote form to get your initial scrap prices - these are primarily based on the weight of your vehicle and the going rate for scrap metal. You can accept that price right away for an instant sale, or you can give us some more information to see if your vehicle is better suited to salvage instead!

2. Provide more details

The more details you give us, the more accurate your offer. If your car is classified as salvage instead of scrap, you'll be set to earn way more money for it! Giving us an honest description of your car will let us price it up properly, and means your offer will be guaranteed once you accept it!

3. Arrange collection

When you've accept an offer and agreed to sell your car, that price is locked in and it's time to arrange the collection. This is another part of the service we offer for free! Don't stress about getting your broken down old banger to the scrap yard - our professional, highly-trained collector will do that for you. Sit back, relax, and think about how you'll spend your money!

Scrap Locations in Oakham

We cover the whole of Oakham, so wherever you are in the LE15 area, we’ll get you a great price. Our network covers all of Rutland and the surrounding Leicestershire and Cambridgeshire regions, so even if you’re in Barleythorpe, Owston, Melton Mowbray, Leicester or as far as Peterborough, we’ll get you a great price. We’ll also try to ensure your car is sold to someone local to make things easier for you, while helping your local economy at the same time.

Oakham high street

Oakham Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics

In 2024 we helped our customers in Oakham sell 346 cars. That’s just 2.8% of all the cars in Leicestershire.
183 of the cars in Oakham were sold at their scrap value, but 163 (0%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Oakham was 128208 miles; the youngest car was 2.3 years, and the oldest was 32 years.

- There were 73 black cars scrapped in Oakham in 2024. They made up 22.1% of all cars scrapped. That’s 0.3% higher than the national average of 21.9%
- 62 of them were blue. They made up 18.8% of all cars scrapped. That’s -0.3% lower than the national average of 19.0%
- 52 of them were grey. They made up 15.8% of all cars scrapped. That’s 2.3% higher than the national average of 13.5%
- 35 of them were red. They made up 10.6% of all cars scrapped. That’s 0.5% higher than the national average of 10.1%
- 72 of them were silver. They made up 21.8% of all cars scrapped. That’s -1.9% lower than the national average of 23.7%
- 36 of them were white. They made up 10.9% of all cars scrapped. That’s -0.8% lower than the national average of 11.8%

What are the scrap car prices in Oakham?

Every scrap car price we offer is calculated by how heavy your car is and the current value of scrap metal, whilst also taking into account any local trends. We’ll always check your local area to ensure you’re getting the best price you can get in and around Oakham.

Can you scrap my specific make or model of car?

Absolutely! We’ve scrapped everything, so we can get a quote for all car makes and models. We can even price up those more obscure vehicles. From supercars to family hatchbacks, we’ll scrap it all!

What's the difference between scrap and salvage?

In contrast to scrap cars, salvage cars are stripped of their reusable parts before being destroyed. These parts are often used to repair other vehicles and as a result hold more value. This means you can regularly improve the price you’re offered by selling as salvage.

Can you scrap my MOT failure or insurance write-off?

Even if your car has failed its MOT or has been written off by your insurers you can still use our service. Cars like this are some of the most common vehicles we see, so don’t let that get in the way of a great price for your old motor!

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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