Why Summer is the Best Time to Scrap Your Car

Summer is here, and for many, it means road trips, family holidays, and days out in the sun. However, if you’re driving an old, unreliable car, summer can quickly turn into a breakdown nightmare.

Overheating engines, failed air conditioning, bald tyres, and fuel inefficiency are all common summer car problems, especially in older vehicles.

Instead of pouring money into endless repairs, why not scrap your car and treat yourself to an upgrade just in time for summer?

In this guide, we’ll explore:

Why summer is the best time to scrap a car
Our summer car survival quiz
How much you can get for scrapping your car in summer
Step-by-step guide to scrapping your car hassle-free

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Why is summer the best time to scrap your car?

Will your car survive the summer? Take Scrap Local's ultimate scrap car checklist quiz!

Your car is heading into the heat of summer… but will it survive, or will it leave you stranded?

Take our quick checklist quiz to find out if you should scrap it before it’s too late!

The Ultimate Summer Car Survival Checklist!

How many issues does your vehicle have?

❐ AC not blowing cold air → Uh oh! That could cost you upwards of £500 to fix!
❐ Overheating in traffic → Yikes! This could mean a radiator or coolant system failure!
❐ Bald or cracked tyres → Hot roads increase the risk of dangerous blowouts!
❐ Squeaky brakes or steering issues → Heat can make worn-out parts worse. Not great!
❐ Warning lights on → Check engine, oil pressure, coolant temp!

Your Results:

0-2 → You’re safe… for now! But keep an eye on those warning signs!

3-4 → RED ALERT! Your car might not survive summer. It’s time to scrap before it leaves you stranded!

5 → 🚨CODE RED! Your car is begging for mercy! Scrap it before summer and make some money!

How much can you get from scrapping your car in summer?

Scrap car values depend on:

Vehicle weight → heavier cars = more scrap metal
Current scrap metal prices → fluctuate based on demand
condition of key parts → catalytic converter, alloy wheels, engine
Location → rural vs. urban collection areas

Step-by-step: How to scrap your car before summer

Step 1: Get an instant scrap quote

Enter your registration and postcode on our website
Get an instant no-obligation quote

Step 2: Book a free collection

Scrap Local arranges a fast, free collection at a time that suits you
No need to drive to a scrapyard, we collect from wherever the vehicle is

Step 3: Prepare for collection

Remove personal belongings from the vehicle
Have your V5C and valid ID ready
Apply to retain your private number plate if you have one. Do this before collection as it’s almost impossible to get back once the car has been scrapped!

Step 4: Get paid instantly

Payments are made the same day between 5-7 PM via secure bank transfer
If needed for ULEZ grants, you will receive a Certificate of Destruction (CoD) to confirm your car has been legally scrapped.

Step 5: Enjoy a relaxing summer!

No more MOT, repairs, insurance or road tax to worry about!

Scrap your car this summer and enjoy a hassle-free holiday!

Summer should be about relaxing, not worrying about car breakdowns.

If your old car costs too much to maintain, now is the perfect time to scrap it, get paid instantly, and enjoy a stress-free summer!

Get your FREE instant scrap quote today with Scrap Local!

Free collection, guaranteed prices, and no hidden fees!

FAQs: Everything you need to know about scrapping a car in summer

Are you thinking of getting an upgrade and scrapping your old car this summer? Below, we answer some of the most common questions!

Steps to get the best price:
1. Make sure your car is complete, as missing parts can lower the value.
2. Collection from an urban area will reduce transport costs.
3. Compare multiple quotes. Scrap Local takes care of this for you!