Scrap Local: Our Payments Process

Our quick payments guide will outline everything you need to know when scrapping your car with us.

You will be told this during the booking process, but please use this as a reference.

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How Do Payments Work?

Payment is made via a secure BACS transfer. Depending on your bank or building society, it may take up to 48 hours to clear through to your account.

It’s best if you give your payment details over the phone to avoid any delays, but if needed, you can always give them to our driver at collection. Please be aware that this could cause delays in payment.

Once your vehicle has been collected, you will be added to our payment run. Payments are processed between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM every day, and funds typically clear no later than the following business day.

Please contact us if you do not receive payment within 48 hours.

What Do I Need For Payment?

We need your bank/ building society name, name on the card, account number and sort code to make a payment.

This will be saved securely to your booking and you’ll be added to our payment run once your vehicle has been collected.

Do I Give My Details To The Driver?

You can provide payment details to the driver upon the day of collection.

Alternatively, we can take these over the phone for peace of mind.

If you haven’t provided details, please call our head office on the day of collection so we can schedule you for our next payment run.

Can I be paid in cash for my scrap car?

No! It has been illegal to pay for scrap with cash since 2013, under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act.

This is due to policy changes that were made to reduce crime and theft.

We, and our agents, comply with these legal standards by only paying for your vehicle via a secure contactless BACS transfer cheque.

Why Have I Not Recieved Payment Yet?

With BACS transfer, payment can take up to 48 hours to clear and is usually received the following day.

Please contact our accounts team on 01706 577 574 for further assistance.

Why Will I Be Paid After Collection?

We make payment after collection to ensure the vehicle is complete and as described. 

  • Your vehicle must be collected for payment to be made.
  • Once your vehicle has been collected, you will be added to our payment run.
  • We cannot provide on-the-spot cash on collection as this was banned under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013.
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