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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 Grimsby

Get the very best price for a scrap car anywhere in Grimsby with Scrap Car Comparison.

Our service ensures an instant offer with zero fuss, and our team of experts are on hand to guide you through every step of the way.

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

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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?

The UK’s favourite and biggest website helping owners of scrap and salvage vehicles sell their cars
We’ve generated over £275 MILLION worth of scrap quotes through our online valuation tool
Our charity programme raises thousands of pounds for good causes up and down the country every single month

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Testimonials

"This was the easiest process I've ever done. No issues at all."

Lola, Grimsby

"I was sceptical due to past experiences with motors, but they were bang on time, money and phone calls."

Michael, Grimsby

"Very fast and comprehensive service"

Amy, Lincoln

Money paid out for these vehicles in Grimsby

✅ 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 Grimsby

Here’s everything we can do for you and your car

Scrap your car

Our core service, scrapping a car couldn't be easier. Our team will ensure you get the very best price and thanks to our extensive network of specialists simply waiting for a car just like yours, we can get your car sold in just 72 hours.

Sell your car as salvage

Not all cars go straight to the scrap pile, and if yours has a little more life left in it, we can get you an even better price by selling it as salvage. This will see the car get broken down into reusable parts before it is sent on its final journey, and these parts hold extra value.

Sell a damaged vehicle

No level of damage is too much for us here at Scrap Car Comparison. Whether its crash damaged or has a mechanical breakdown that's caused an MOT failure, we can ensure you get an unbeatable price and service. Just call our team of experts to see what we can do for you.

Scrap a van or commercial vehicle

We don't just scrap cars here, and whether you've got something as big as a van - or even a bus - we can still get you the very best price and service possible. We've even helped companies scrap entire fleets of vehicles, so if you're in need of a complete refresh, just speak to our team.

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How to scrap a car in Grimsby

1. Get a quote

Simply put your details into our price generator to see your instant offers. These quotes will be based on your car's weight, as scrap largely boils down to the amount of metal a scrap merchant can take from it. Our team will call you afterwards to see if we can boost your offer with some extra details.

2. Describe your car

Make sure you provide our team with as much detail as possible, The more accurate you are in the description, the more accurate they can be in pricing up your vehicle. If the buyer has a fair description of the car, it means there will be no renegotiation on pickup, so make sure you're honest with your assessment.

3. Collection and payment

We provide free collection as standard, so we will put you in touch with one of our trusted collection agents who will come to remove your car at a convenient time. With the car now on the back of a truck and being taken away, your money will be transferred directly into your bank account.

Scrap Locations in Grimsby

No matter where you are in Grimsby, we guarantee 100% coverage of the town and wider rural areas. We cover the DN31 to DN41 postcode areas so whether you’re on the Humber or further inland, we’ll always come to you. The multiple scrap collectors we work with operate across Lincolnshire so we’ll find the highest prices, giving you the best payment for your scrap car.

Eastside Road, Grimsby, Lincolnshire

Boston

Scunthorpe

Skegness

Lincoln

Grantham

Grimsby

2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Grimsby

In Lincolnshire in 2025 we helped 5716 new customers sell their old cars. 12% live in Pinchbeck, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.3% came from Bigby, which saw the smallest.
3356 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 2365 (41%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
The average mileage of all the cars sold in Lincolnshire was 129,795 miles; the youngest car was 1.9 years, and the oldest was 69 years.
Of all the fuel types, diesel was most commonly brought to us making up 52% of all vehicles. Petrol made up 46%, and electric, only 1%.
22% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 13% were grey, 11% were red, 22% were silver, and 13% of them were white.

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

What are the scrap car values in Grimsby?

The value of any scrap car depends on a number of factors, but the most important influencer is its weight. This is because the scrap metal is what holds the most value, and heavy vehicles simply have more metal. Other factors like the age and condition of the car, along with its make and model, do also impact the price, however. The same process is used to value commercial vehicles. Salvage cars are often worth more than scrap.

What's the difference between scrap and salvage?

Scrap vehicles are simply that, destined to end up on the scrap pile. Salvage vehicles are instead broken down for their parts first. Your offers are likely to be higher for a salvage car purely because there’s a greater potential return on investment for your spare parts.

Can you scrap any car?

Absolutely! We can get a price for any car, no matter what it is you drive. Whether you’ve got a huge SUV or a tiny sportscar, we’ll always be able to find you your most competitive offers in your area. Don’t think your car is too obscure either, while most of our sales may be the most common cars on the road, we’ve scrapped rare and imported vehicles, too!

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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