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:
High temperatures increase the risk of overheating, air conditioning failure, and engine problems.
If your car is already unreliable, summer heat can make it worse.
Old cars are less fuel-efficient, and with fuel prices rising in summer, long trips can cost you way more than necessary.
Summer breakdowns are more common than winter breakdowns due to overheating, worn-out batteries, and tyre blowouts.
If your car barely made it through last winter, it’s even more likely to break down in the summer heat.
Scrap metal prices fluctuate, but summer can be a good time to scrap as demand for recycled car parts increases.
If your car has an MOT due in autumn, you might end up facing expensive repairs just to keep it on the road. Scrapping now means you avoid future costs and can put the money towards a newer, more reliable car.
Selling your old car to a trusted scrap car buyer like Scrap Local gives you instant money, which you can put towards your summer holidays, new car, or home improvements.
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!
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!
Scrap car values depend on:
Step 1: Get an instant scrap quote
Step 2: Book a free collection
Step 3: Prepare for collection
Step 4: Get paid instantly
Step 5: Enjoy a relaxing summer!
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!
Are you thinking of getting an upgrade and scrapping your old car this summer? Below, we answer some of the most common questions!
Yes, you can scrap your car whilst you’re away!
Simply arrange for someone else to be there at the time of collection. Whether it’s a neighbour, family or friend, as long as they can show a valid photo ID, we can collect your vehicle.
Yes! Summer breakdowns are expensive, and scrap prices can be higher due to demand.
Scrapping now saves you MOT, repairs, and insurance costs.
If your car breaks down, Scrap Local can collect your vehicle from anywhere in the UK, even if it’s at a garage or roadside recovery centre.
By law, UK scrapyards cannot pay cash for cars. Instead, you’ll receive a secure bank transfer on the same day as collection.
Steps to get the best price:
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