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Scrap My Car in Staffordshire

Get the best deals for your car in Staffordshire with Scrap Car Comparison! Our easy-to-use online service helps you secure a great price for your vehicle, no matter its condition, with an instant quote in just seconds. We work with trusted and experienced buyers who are ready to purchase your car, and they will even collect it for free as part of the Scrap Car Comparison service. Get your quote today and discover how much your scrap car could be worth.

Quick & easy

Get a price for your car in no time, and all you need to do is enter some basic information! Vehicle reg & postcode is all we require to get you offers for your car in seconds.

Best prices

We work with trusted buyers, and our team are experts at tracking down the top prices for your car. You'll get a fair, accurate valuation from experienced vehicle disposal specialists.

Free collection

Collection and removal of every car is included for all of our customers. Wherever you are in Staffordshire, don't pay a penny extra for your car's collection.

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Extensive Staffordshire network

Great prices

Easy process

Free collection

Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

Every year, we purchase hundreds of thousands of cars, making us the UK’s leading scrap and salvage vehicle buying service.

In the past four years, we have raised nearly £1,000,000 for UK charities and continue to support important causes every day.

Each month, we remove thousands of end-of-life vehicles from Staffordshire’s roads, helping to keep them cleaner and safer for everyone.

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Testimonials

"Easy to use. Quick contact on their part. Would recommend and use again."

Elaina, Stafford

"Everything in the procedure was explained. Helpful, efficient service and all transfers worked promptly. No complaints."

Peter, Newcastle-under-Lyme

"Absolutely amazing, very helpful when other companies offered me the bare minimum. Definitely recommend."

Ryan, Stoke

Money paid out for these vehicles in Staffordshire

✅ 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 Staffordshire

We offer a wide range of services for all our customers. Whether you want to sell your old or damaged car or van, and whether it is a total write off ready for scrap or still in decent condition, Scrap Car Comparison has you covered.

Scrap your car

Scrap your old car quickly with Scrap Car Comparison. Get the best price for your scrap car in Staffordshire.

Sell your damaged car

Handling damaged vehicles is a routine part of our work in the scrap and salvage industry. Our buyers regularly deal with cars that have been written off, crashed, failed their MOT, or suffered serious mechanical problems. Local buyers in your area are ready to offer competitive prices for your vehicle, and our experienced team knows exactly how to assess its value, no matter its condition.

Salvage your car

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.

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

Vans and other commercial vehicles, such as trucks and buses, also reach the end of their working life eventually. In many cases, larger vehicles like these have an even higher scrap value, so don’t wait to get a quote for your old, damaged, or worn out work vehicle, or even a whole fleet, and find out how much it could be worth today.

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How to scrap your car in Staffordshire

1. Get a quote

Getting an initial quote for your scrap car is fast and simple with Scrap Car Comparison. Just enter your vehicle’s registration number and postcode, and we’ll show you what local scrap dealers are prepared to pay. You’ll receive an instant price with no waiting, and if you’re happy with the offer, you can accept it immediately. Think your car might be worth more? When prompted, provide a few extra details about your vehicle, and we’ll check if it qualifies to be sold as salvage instead.

2. Give us more info

Want to find out if your car qualifies for salvage? Our team will ask a few additional questions about its condition, usually focusing on key components like the engine, gearbox, wheels, and other essential parts. By answering honestly, you’ll receive the most accurate price, which is guaranteed once you accept. Taking just a few extra minutes to provide these details could result in a significantly higher quote, making it well worth your time.

3. Collection & payment

Once you’ve accepted an offer, you can schedule your vehicle collection at a time that works for you. This part of the service is completely free and just as straightforward. The buyer will contact you to confirm a convenient time and location, and if your car is somewhere other than your home, such as a garage or workshop, that is not a problem. Once the driver confirms collection, your payment will be processed. Please note that cash payments are not allowed under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, so the money will be securely transferred directly to your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Staffordshire

Scrap Car Comparison provides full coverage across the whole county of Staffordshire through our trusted nationwide network of scrap buyers. We cover every Staffordshire area, whether you’re in Stoke, Tamworth, Newcastle-under-Lyme, or elsewhere, so you can get a quote for your old car no matter where you are. We work only with reputable scrap and salvage specialists to ensure you always receive a fair and accurate price. Whenever possible, we’ll connect you with a local buyer, allowing you to turn your old car into cash while supporting businesses in your community.

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Kidsgrove

Uttoxeter

Rugeley

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Burton upon Trent

Tamworth

Stafford

Lichfield

Cannock

Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire Scrapping and Salvaging Statistics

In the county of Staffordshire in 2024 we helped 6275 new customers sell their old cars. 0% live in Stoke-On-Trent, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars.
3306 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 2971 (0%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Staffordshire was 121,856 miles; the youngest car was only 6 months, and the oldest was 40 years.

- There were 1259 black cars scrapped in Staffordshire in 2024. They made up 1.1% of all the cars scrapped. That’s -3.2% lower than the national average of 4.3%
- 1080 blue cars were scrapped. They made up 18.3% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.5% lower than the national average of 18.8%
- 781 grey cars were scrapped. They made up 13.2% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s -0.1% lower than the national average of 13.3%
- 654 red cars were scrapped. They made up 11.1% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 0.9% higher than the national average of 10.2%
- 1451 silver cars were scrapped. They made up 24.6% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 0.6% higher than the national average of 24.0%
- 680 white cars were scrapped. They made up 11.5% of all cars, of all colours scrapped. That’s 12.4% lower than the national average of 11.9%

What is the scrap car price in Staffordshire?

Staffordshire’s scrap vehicles are priced up using the same method used all across the UK. The biggest factor that influences your quote is the weight of your vehicle. Heavy vehicles are generally worth more than lighter ones, and this is simply because they’re made from more recoverable metal. The UK average value of scrap metal, which changes constantly, is used to work out what your car is worth as scrap. This value has less impact when salvaging a car, as other factors play a more significant role.

What happens to my scrapped car?

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.

Scrap vs salvage differences

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.

Can you buy my specific make or model?

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 Lichfield area. Get a quote now – the valuation might surprise you!

Can I sell my car even if it's damaged, written off, or failed an MOT?

Yes, you can sell your car with Scrap Car Comparison in any condition. It doesn’t even need to run! Crash damaged cars, insurance write offs, MOT test failures… they’re all good for our buyers, who want to purchase your car today! Get a quote now and see just how much value your car has retained despite whatever damage it’s suffered.

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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