since 2009
nationwide
Scrap My Car York
Get the very best price for a scrap or salvage vehicle in York with Scrap Car Comparison
Do you have a broken car that’s leaving you feeling lost and confused? Scrap Car Comparison’s industry leading service will get you free collection an the best price amongst the best of your local scrap services.
Instant Offers
All we need is a postcode and vehicle registration. With this we’ll get you an instant quote from local scrapyards.
Guaranteed Price
All of our prices are guaranteed. The price you’re told is the price your paid.
Free Collection
Our collection partners are specialists. We’ll go anywhere in the country, totally free of charge.
Extensive Yorkshire network
Free collection
Top prices paid in York
Quotes in 30 seconds
Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- We are the largest UK buyer of scrap vehicles. We help hundreds of thousands of owners of broken cars find a buyer every single year.
- We’ve quoted a staggering £275 MILLION since we started operating.
- Through our service, thousands of tonnes worth of unroadworthy vehicles are removed from the road in York every month!
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Testimonials
"“Easy and pleasant experience from start to finish superb communications and instruction throughout the whole process fast payment highly recommend.”"
Ian, York"“By far the highest quote for my old car, and the service provided was honest and quick. The money arrived in my account the same day that the car was taken away.”"
Catherine, York"“So professional and helpful. I really felt they had all the time in the world just for me nothing was too much trouble for them. Everything they said would happen did and all in 2 days.”"
Jan, York
Money paid out for these vehicles in York
✅ MOT failures
✅ Non starters
✅ Insurance write offs
✅ Damaged vehicles
✅ Petrol and diesel vehicles
✅ Uneconomical cars and vans
✅ Missing paperwork
✅ No keys
✅ Breakdowns
✅ SORN vehicles
✅ Electric and hybrid cars
Services available in York
We don’t just sort scrap vehicles, far from it! Here’s a brief overview of the services we can provide.
Scrap your car
Some cars are only worth scrapping. When they are, we’re here to help. Within seconds we’ll get you a quote. All you need is a postcode and registration number.
Sell a damaged car
Selling a damaged car doesn’t need to be stressful. You don’t need to repeat yourself to every possible buyer in York. Call us once to get a price and sell your car in days, not weeks.
Salvage your old vehicle
Not all broken cars are only good for scrap. Speak to one of our advisors and they may get you a better price. Selling for salvage has also been called selling as ‘spares and repairs’ in the past.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
We don’t just help you sell cars, either! If you have something a little bigger we can give you the exact same service. Whether its a van or even as large as a bus, we’ll sort you out!
How to scrap a car in York
1. Get a Quote
Just pop a postcode and registration number into our generator to get a quote. Within seconds you’ll be given the best price in your area. We’ll then call you to discuss any further options.
2. Give more details
Our call is your chance to potentially boost your offer. A detailed description allows us to provide a much more accurate quote. If your car is worth more as salvage, we’ll let you know.
3. Arrange a collection
Once you’ve accepted the offer, we’ll put you in touch with our collection agents. After arranging a convenient time, they’ll come to you free of charge. You’ll be paid once your car has been collected.
Scrap Locations in York
Whatever part of York you live in, we can guarantee 100% coverage. Our service covers the entire YO1 to YO41 postcode area. Whether your on the banks of the Ouse or in the shadow of the Minster, we’ll always come to you. We work with scrap collectors across Yorkshire so we’ll always find the highest prices for your scrap car.
Where possible we will arrange for a local Yorkshire based authorised scrap car specialist (ATF) to scrap your car. This will not only support the local economy, but make collection much easier for you.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for York
- In 2025 we helped our customers in York sell circa 420 cars. That’s 8% of all the cars brought to us in North Yorkshire.
- 247 of the cars in York were sold at their scrap value, but 166 (40%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers at a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in York was 117668 miles; the youngest car was 5.1 years, and the oldest was 47 years.
- Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 59% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 40%, and electric, only 1%.
- 18% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 13% were grey, 12% were red, 25% were silver, and 14% of them were white.
What are the scrap car prices in York?
All the scrap car prices we offer are based on how heavy your car is. The quote will be worked out based on the weight and the current national average price for scrap metal. With our extensive York network, we’ll get you an accurate price in moments.
How is salvaging different from scrapping?
A salvage car will be stripped of its working parts and sold to fix other vehicles. Salvage prices are often higher than scrap offers as a result. Find out how to salvage your car.
What will happen to my scrap car?
All scrap cars must be recycled in line with government legislation. Almost all of your car will be used to create parts for new cars. Find out more about car recycling.
Can you scrap my specific make and model?
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!
If you’re unsure, just give our team a call and we’ll put your mind at ease.
Can my damaged, broken, missing MOT car be scrapped?
No damaged car is too badly broken for our service. Even if you’ve got an insurance write off or a car with no current MOT, we can get you a great price.
Use our quote generator to get a price in as little as 60 seconds. Alternatively call our team for free 7 days a week on 03333 44 99 50.
How do I get the best price for my car?
To get the best price, use a service like ours that provides both scrap and salvage quotes. Many older or written-off cars aren't destined for the scrap heap; some are salvaged for parts or even fully restored. Ensure you describe the car's condition accurately, as salvage buyers often pay more. Also, check for collection fees, as our quotes always include free collection.
Are your prices really guaranteed?
Yes. Once you accept a quote we lock the price in, so as long as the car matches the description you gave us, that's the price you'll be paid. 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 occasionally result in lower offers, however our team will let you know and share why.
