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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 Thornton Heath

Get great value for your old car in Thornton Heath thanks to Scrap Car Comparison! Our comparison service tracks down the best offers for your vehicle in seconds, hassle-free. All you need to do is submit a few basic details, and a quote will be with you instantly. The deals we gather are from trusted professional scrap dealers, based in your local area and able to collect your vehicle for FREE!

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Get a quote in seconds with Scrap Car Comparison. It's fast, it's simple, and our quotes are no-obligation - not happy with the price? You don't have to accept. Find out your car's scrap value now.

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Sell with us for a competitive offer for your car that's in-line with the value of scrap metal in the UK. In just seconds, you can find out how much cash you could make by scrapping your old car!

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Collection in Thornton Heath is FREE for every customer with Scrap Car Comparison! Leave the transportation of your vehicle to the scrap yard to us. Get a quote now.

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison

We buy hundreds of thousands of vehicles every single year, making us the UK’s #1 scrap & salvage car buying site.

We help charities across the country raise money for their worthwhile causes – almost £1 MILLION in the last 4 years.

We remove thousands of dangerously damaged or old vehicles from the road each month, keeping Thornton Heath safe.

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Testimonials

"Very good job! Well done!"

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"Fantastic service"

Kelly, Leatherhead

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Money paid out for these vehicles in Thornton Heath

✅ 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

Services available in Thornton Heath

Our online comparison engine will find you the best price for your old, damaged vehicle. Get a quote now and find out what your car is really worth.

Scrap your car

Sell your car as scrap, whether it's damaged or simply worn out and needs upgrading. Get top prices offered by Thornton Heath's local scrap dealers.

Sell a damaged car

No type or level of damage is too much for our buyers. Crash damaged, written off, or simply failed an MOT test... you can get a great deal for your car no matter what.

Salvage your old car

Sell your old car as salvage if you don't think it's ready for the crusher. With a few more details about the vehicle, we'll get you a salvage price - it's usually a lot higher than scrap, too!

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

Sell your old work van, truck, or other commercial vehicle using Scrap Car Comparison. You'll get excellent deals in Thornton Heath, and you can even sell an entire fleet of motors in one go!

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How to scrap your car in Thornton Heath

1. Get a quote

Simply enter your details into our online form on this page, then you'll be given a price for your car in seconds. It's that simple! Not happy with the price? You might be able to sell your car as salvage instead, netting you even more cash! When prompted, just give us a few extra details and we'll check out whether your vehicle is eligible for salvage instead.

2. More information

If you want to go down the salvage route - and when MORE money is up for grabs, who doesn't - then you'll just need to tell us a bit more about the car. We'll need some extra details about the condition it's in so that we can figure out which parts are actually salvageable. 'Salvageable' means the parts can be taken out and either reused or resold. This is why our buyers are prepared to pay even more for salvage vehicles.

3. Collection time

Next, it's time to choose when you want the car to be picked up and taken away. A collection agent will handle the actual removal, so simply pick a day that works for you and put your feet up. When they arrive to collect the vehicle, it'll be given a quick once-over to make sure all the details you gave us are accurate, then your car will be loaded onto their truck to be taken away. Your payment will be processed at the point of collection, with the cash typically hitting your bank account the very same day.

Scrap Locations in Thornton Heath

No matter where you are in Thornton Heath, you’ll be covered by Scrap Car Comparison’s network of vehicle buyers. We cover all Thornton Heath postcodes so you can sell your car in seconds, with free collection included. You’ll get the best price possible across the whole of Surrey, with no hassle or stress. Get a quote today and scrap your car for a lump sum of cash, whilst supporting a local business at the same time!

St. Albans Church, Thornton Heath

Thornton Heath

Caterham

Wallington

Woking

Epsom

Guildford

Redhill

Farnham

Camberley

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Thornton Heath

In Surrey in 2025 we helped 19626 new customers sell their old cars. 10% live in Croydon, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.1% came from Virginia Water, which saw the smallest.
10301 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 9349 (48%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Surrey was 121,076 miles; the youngest car was only 5 months, and the oldest was 65 years.
Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 67% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 32%, and electric, only 1%.
23% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 13% were grey, 9% were red, 24% were silver, and 11% of them were white.

A blue rosette showing the number of cars scrapcarcomparison scrapped in Thornton Heath in 2025

How is salvaging different from scrapping?

Salvaging a vehicle involves breaking it apart to remove all of the components inside that are still in working order. These parts will then be reused in other vehicles right away, or sold on as spares. Scrapping is different – scrap cars are simply crushed whole and the materials they’re made from are recycled.

How much is a scrap car worth in Thornton Heath?

Scrap Car Comparison’s prices in Thornton Heath are based on the UK-wide value of scrap metal. This value changes constantly, so it’s not possible to give a single figure to answer how much a scrap vehicle is worth. Bigger cars are typically worth more, because they’re made from more metal, but there are other factors that come in to play, particularly when selling as salvage instead of scrap.

What happens to my scrapped car?

When your car is scrapped it will be recycled responsibly and professionally by the buyer. We only work with Authorised Treatment Facilities – these are places that are licenced to dispose of end-of-life vehicles.

Can I sell my specific make/model of car?

We can scrap any vehicle, even if it’s rare, unique, or even a foreign import. Our team has the experience required to find an accurate, fair price for every car, even if it’s something we don’t see every day! Get a quote now and see what your vehicle is worth.

My car is damaged, doesn't run, and failed its MOT - Can I still sell it?

Yes, your damaged, non-running car with no valid MOT can be scrapped with Scrap Car Comparison. Our process works the same regardless of the vehicle’s condition, so get a quote now.

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

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

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