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Scrap My Car Southampton
Looking to scrap your car in Southampton? At Scrap Car Comparison, we’ll help you secure the best possible price. We work with buyers nationwide, helping owners of scrap and salvage vehicles receive competitive offers every single day.
Instant Offers
Get an instant valuation with our online quote tool. Simply enter your postcode and vehicle registration to see your prices straight away.
Guaranteed Price
Once you've spoken with our team and provided a detailed description of your vehicle, we'll secure your offers so the price is guaranteed.
Free Collection
We'll collect your vehicle completely free of charge through our nationwide network of trusted collection specialists.
Extensive Hampshire network
Free collection in Southampton
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Who is Scrap Car Comparison?
- We’re the UK’s largest comparison website dedicated to helping people sell their scrap and salvage vehicles.
- Since launching our comparison service, we’ve generated more than £275 million in quotes.
- Through our Donate-A-Car charity programme, we help raise thousands of pounds for worthwhile causes every month.
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Testimonials
"Fast efficient service. The car was picked up and payment was completed, all within 24 hours, a big thank you to the driver who collected the car."
Tom, Southampton"Very efficient, whole process was hassle-free and straightforward."
Nick, Southampton"Prompt valuation. Quick follow up with no pressure to decide. Very good."
Charles, Southampton
Money paid out for these vehicles in Southampton
✅ 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 Southampton
We offer many different services when it’s time to dispose of your vehicle.
Scrap your car
Enjoy a quick and hassle-free way to sell your vehicle. Simply request a quote through our online generator and we'll take care of the rest, arranging everything on your behalf. In many cases, your scrap car sale can be completed within as little as 72 hours.
Sell a damaged car
Avoid the hassle of trying to sell a damaged vehicle privately. Let us know its condition and we'll help arrange a sale in just a few days. It's a simple, stress-free way to sell your car while securing a competitive price.
Salvage your old vehicle
Your vehicle could be worth more as salvage than as scrap. Instead of being crushed, it may be dismantled for valuable parts before the remaining materials are recycled. In many cases, salvage offers are higher than standard scrap prices.
Sell a van or commercial vehicle
Need to dispose of something bigger than a car? We've got you covered. From vans and trucks to buses and other larger vehicles, we can help. Simply give our team a call and we'll talk you through the available options.
How to scrap your car in Southampton
1. Get a Quote
Everything begins with our online quote generator. Your initial quote provides an estimate based on the latest national scrap vehicle prices. Once you've received it, one of our team will be in touch to discuss your vehicle in more detail and help you secure the best possible offer.
2. Give more details
When one of our team gives you a call, we'll go through your vehicle in more detail to make sure you're getting the best possible offer. The more accurate the information you provide, the better we can assess whether options like salvage could increase its value. Once everything has been confirmed, we'll guarantee your price.
3. Arrange a collection
When one of our team gives you a call, we'll go through your vehicle in more detail to make sure you're getting the best possible offer. The more accurate the information you provide, the better we can assess whether options like salvage could increase its value. Once everything has been confirmed, we'll guarantee your price.
Scrap Locations in Southampton
Our collection network covers the whole of the south coast, so wherever you are in or around Southampton, we can arrange to collect your vehicle. We work with a wide range of authorised scrap car specialists across Hampshire, allowing us to compare offers and help you secure the best possible price.
Wherever possible, we’ll arrange for a local Hampshire Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF) to handle your vehicle. This helps support local businesses while making the collection process as quick and convenient as possible.
2026 car scrapping and salvaging statistics for Southampton
- In Hampshire in 2025 we helped 11360 new customers sell their old cars. 20% live in Southampton, in which we quoted for the most amount of cars, and only 0.1% came from Freshwater, which saw the smallest.
- 5897 of the cars were sold at their scrap value, but 5479 (48%) were sold to specialist salvage buyers paying a higher price.
- The average mileage of all the cars sold in Hampshire was 124,630 miles; the youngest car was only 5 months, and the oldest was 59 years.
- Of all the fuel types, petrol was most commonly brought to us making up 54% of all vehicles. Diesel made up 45%, and electric, only 1%.
- 22% of all the cars were black, 19% were blue, 13% were grey, 10% were red, 23% were silver, and 13% of them were white.
What are the scrap car prices in Southampton?
Our scrap car valuations are based on the latest national scrap metal prices, combined with the weight of your vehicle. This provides the starting point for your initial quote.
We compare prices from buyers across Southampton and the wider Hampshire area, helping to ensure you receive the most competitive offer available.
How is salvaging different from scrapping?
Salvage vehicles will have any of their usable parts removed before they’re sent for scrap. This means you could get even more for your car as buyers could potentially make more from the spares as well.
Can you scrap my specific make and model?
Yes! No matter what make or model you drive, we can help you get a competitive quote. From everyday vehicles like Vauxhalls and Volkswagens to prestige brands such as Aston Martin, we’ll compare offers to find the best available price.
Simply get in touch with our team, and we’ll guide you through the entire process from start to finish.
What will happen to my scrap car?
When your vehicle reaches the end of its life, most of it can be recycled. Usable materials such as steel, aluminium and other metals are recovered and processed so they can be reused in future manufacturing. In many cases, these recycled materials go on to become components in brand-new vehicles.
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.
