Scrap My Car In Preston | Free Collection

Scrapping a car doesn’t have to be hard work! Our UK-wide network of scrap partners and specialist dismantlers means we make it easy to find the very best prices.

It’s quick and easy to scrap your car in Preston with Car.co.uk

Where’s the best place to scrap my car in Preston? If you want an answer that involves outstanding prices, free collection, and the very best customer service – you’re in the right place!

Best prices to sell your car

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Free nationwide collection

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Instant price online

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Quick payment service

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Official paperwork sorted

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Support social value

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Incredible service when you scrap your car in Preston

We know customer service is important to our scrap car customers – that’s why we select scrap car buyers in Preston whom we know offer great prices – and outstanding service.

Why should you trust Car.co.uk if you’re looking for scrap car dealers in Preston?

We find the best scrap car prices in Preston – and help with every part of the process!

Quick and easy

We realise you’re unlikely to scrap cars very often – so we do everything possible to make the car recycling process as simple and straightforward as possible.

The commitment to keeping things as stress-free as possible starts with the quotes we offer. You won’t have to call around local scrap car yards – we’ve already built a UK-wide network – so we make sure we find the very best price for you.

What’s more, when you choose Car.co.uk, you don’t have to worry about delivering your car to site. We know that scrap cars are often not roadworthy, so we’ll arrange a collection at a time that’s exactly right for you.

When your old car is ready to be picked up, our team and our collection partners always make sure you get all the support you need to tie up your official DVLA paperwork too. From the quote to the collection – we make sure selling your car quick and easy.

Scrap cars can help good causes

Collisions in Preston contribute to a £323 million strain that road traffic accidents put on local authorities across Lancashire. When broken down, that’s a cost of around £219 for every Preston taxpayer each year. At Car.co.uk, we’ve proved that cars damaged and written-off in accidents like these can create jobs and opportunities for communities around the North West.

Whether your vehicle is damaged in an accident - or has simply reached the end of its life, we can use a portion of the profit it will generate to support life-changing social value programmes around the UK. If you’re planning to scrap your car in Preston today, using our straightforward price comparison service doesn’t just mean a great deal for you; it means you’re directly supporting some of the country’s most loved charities.

Types of car we scrap in Preston

Our scrap car partners can pick up a vast range of vehicles in Preston – including MOT failures and non-UK registered cars.

Un-roadworthy cars
MOT failures
Junk and salvage cars
Fleet cars
Insurance write-offs
Damaged cars
Flood damaged cars
Non-runners
Part-exchange cars

Did you know?

Since our social value reporting began in 2015/2016, Car.co.uk's offender rehabilitation programmes, residential support schemes and food redistribution networks have saved taxpayer-funded services £17m. That figure is on track to grow by another £10m through 2018/2019.

Proving that the motor industry can work for real people

Our unique way of working will see your scrap vehicle turned into funding for social value projects

Although cars are our passion, it's actually social value initiatives and community charity work that's at the heart of what we do.

After helping you to find a great price from a scrap car yard or vehicle recycler in Preston, a portion of the funds that your car helps us to generate will mean we can provide financial backing for a number of important causes, including:

HMP Academies: Helping to reduce reoffending rates
Supported living services: Reducing dependency on social housing
Food redistribution networks: Creating meals for those experiencing poverty

While these initiatives have a direct impact on the people who use them, the benefits are often felt much more widely. The charity projects we support have been proved to ease the huge demands put on taxpayer-funded services - including the police, local healthcare, the courts, offender management services – and many more.

You can help us make a difference

Effective recycling of cars isn't just a positive thing for the environment – it can have a life-changing impact on real people in local communities.

Sell my car price calculator

To get an accurate instant quote for your specific make and model of car, just enter your car registration and postcode.

Helping you get the maximum price for all makes and models

Whatever your make and model – our specialist scrap partners will provide a great quote.

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Frequently asked questions

Got a question or concern about scrapping your car? Take a look at some of our previous customer’s most frequent queries. If you’ve got a question that’s not on the list – you can check our full range of FAQs – or get in touch using our instant messenger service.

Can I keep my private registration when I scrap my car?

Yes, you can. You can transfer your registration mark to another suitable vehicle or a retention certificate using the DVLA’s online or postal service. It’s important to make sure this process is complete before your car is collected, as trying to transfer a plate after the car is sold can be difficult or just not possible.

What does ELV mean in relation to scrap cars?

An ELV is an ‘End of Life Vehicle’. This is the official term used to describe a vehicle that can no longer be used on the road – either because of damaged incurred during an accident, or general wear and tear. The DVLA require ELVs to be dismantled and recycled at government authorised treatment facilities.

Is it a problem if I’ve lost the keys?

No, that’s okay. Since your car will be scrapped, it’s not necessary to provide the keys – a Preston car scrap dealer with the right equipment will collection your vehicle.

Can I arrange for a friend to be with the car on pickup day?

Yes, that’s fine. We do require that someone is with the car – but it doesn’t have to be the registered owner or keeper. If it won’t be yourself, please make sure your nominated person has a form of photo ID with them, and, if you’re not able to provide the V5C document with the car, a recent proof of address.

Will I be paid before collection?

No. The Preston car scrap yards we work with have to ensure the car is present and was described accurately when we provided a quote. Payment will be made promptly after collection.

I’ve seen the phrase ‘ATF’ used – what does this mean?

ATF is short for Authorised Treatment Facility – another name for a vehicle scrapyard, breaker’s yard or dismantler. An ATF follows legal guidelines to ensure vehicles go through a depollution process before parts are disposed of or recycled. Each of the scrap car partners we work with in Preston holds ATF certification.