No, Motorway doesn't sell scrap or non-runner vehicles. But Motorway does work with a specialist scrap buyer who can buy broken down, written-off or old, non-running vehicles. Our scrap partner can offer you an estimated price for your non-runner in advance.
At Motorway, dealers compete to give you their best price, and buy your car. Once your car has received competing offers from our network in the daily online sale, you can agree to sell it to the dealer who offers the highest price.
The average scrap price for a car is around £200. There are only a few factors which will affect the money you can get. But also if the car is not completely ruined, you may be able to sell it for salvage, rather than scrap – read on for more information on both.
Motorway is a marketplace that connects you with our network of over 5,000 dealers who will buy your car in as little as 24 hours. Making a car profile takes a matter of minutes. We'll add your car to our daily sale where dealers compete with each other.
If your car is roadworthy, possesses a valid MOT certificate, has been well-maintained with a good service history, and is in presentable cosmetic condition, you are likely to achieve a better financial return by selling it compared to scrapping.
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How to get the most money for a scrap car?
Be sure to take off your actual tire before scrapping the rim so that you get the most money back. Catalytic Converters: The king of car scrap, catalytic converters are worth more than any other car part. Because of the platinum, rhodium, or palladium inside, “cat's” can range between $15-$200 each.
Catalytic converters are some of the most valuable scrap car parts because they contain rare metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium. Because of these metals, they can be worth hundreds of dollars, even if they're old.
With Motorway, you will get 100% of the best offer we find for your vehicle from our nationwide network of verified dealers. Selling your car with Motorway is completely free – and there are no admin fees or nasty surprises.
No, Motorway doesn't sell scrap or non-runner vehicles. But Motorway does work with a specialist scrap buyer who can buy broken down, written-off or old, non-running vehicles. Our scrap partner can offer you an estimated price for your non-runner in advance.
With 97% of sellers on Motorway selling for more than what they were offered to trade in, it's proven to be the best choice. Part-exchange deals are notoriously difficult to negotiate, whereas on Motorway dealers compete to give you their best price.
Yes, your registration certificate (also known as the V5C or logbook) is not essential when you scrap a car. However, it helps if you can try to find it as it can make things easier.
Do I have to accept the highest offer on Motorway?
We let our dealers know upfront that if the guide price is met or exceeded, the sale will go ahead. That confidence helps drive competition, and often leads to even stronger offers. However, if your circumstances change, or you need any support with your sale, speak with our Sales Support team.
Once the dealer has confirmed the car matches your description, they'll arrange a free, fast payment. You'll be paid via online bank transfer and in most cases, money is transferred on the same day the vehicle is collected to your nominated bank account. You can confirm with the dealer before this payment is made.
Selling your vehicle with Motorway is completely free. There are no fees. Dealers pay to buy and collect your vehicle, meaning you don't have to pay a penny.
From getting your free, instant valuation to approving an offer generally takes around two to seven days, though it can be completed in as little as 24 hours.
To list your car for sale we need 16 photos of your vehicle, covering the exterior, interior, wheels, and tyre treads, plus photos of any imperfections. By following the link we provide you, you will be guided through taking the specific shots we need, ensuring we receive great, high-quality photos.
A car that's in good condition will be worth more as scrap than one which has parts missing. In this context, condition doesn't mean the car is running perfectly – if it was, you probably wouldn't be scrapping it. Rather we mean that the car is complete and free of rust.
In most cases, money is transferred on the same day the vehicle is collected, always by online bank transfer to your nominated bank account. You will confirm these details once you've accepted an offer on your vehicle.
Yes. When you sell your car to a dealer on Motorway, they will collect it for free from home, work, or another address that suits you. Cars need a minimum of 2 weeks' validity on their MOT to sell their car and have it collected.
As a rough guide, you can expect to earn between £100 and £500 for scrapping your passenger car or van. Selling parts separately: If you have mechanical experience, stripping your car for parts may increase your earnings. Scrapyard pricing: Some ATFs pay based on weight and the current scrap metal market value.
Selling a car for parts can make you more money than scrapping or selling it whole, but it takes time and effort. If you're up for stripping it down and selling parts individually, the payoff can be worth it. If not, scrapping or selling it as-is is quicker and easier.
If global industry slows or there is too much new metal, demand for recycled scrap can fall. This causes car scrappage values to drop. Large building projects in developing countries, for example, can create steady demand for steel.
