FAQ

Question 1

How much could I get for scrapping my car in Tilbury?

Accepted Answer

How much you receive for scrapping your car in Tilbury all depends on the kind of vehicle it is.

Each car is different and there's no definitive scrap value for certain vehicle brands like Audi or Ford. Moreover, scrap prices rise and fall on a regular basis so nothing stays the same for too long.

That being said, Scrap Local takes the following points into consideration when generating accurate prices for Tilbury scrap cars:

Vehicle's weight
Age of your car
Price per tonne for Tilbury
Whether it has alloy wheels
If it's complete with no missing parts

Don't worry about the physical state of your car! Unlike others in the industry, Scrap Local doesn't knock motorists down for any dents, scratches or bumps to end of life vehicles - it is scrap after all!

If your vehicle is complete and as described, then we'll provide you with a fixed, guaranteed price to scrap it.

Additionally, we offer a reliable and fast scrap car Tilbury collection service which is completely free!

The best way to find out how much you could make from scrapping your car in Tilbury is by submitting your REG, postcode and contact details to our form.

Once we have this information, a reputable car scrap yard in Tilbury on our network will reach out to you with an offer for your vehicle and an early collection time.

Question 2

Can I get more than scrap for my broken car?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if your vehicle is deemed by our salvage specialists to be a classic car or desired model, then you could be offered more than scrap for it.

Generally speaking, our salvage buyers are looking for vehicles which are:

First registered before 1999 OR
First registered on or after 2013

If you believe that your set of wheels is worth more than scrap, then submit an enquiry to our salvage car form. On this page you can also find out more information on how we calculate salvage prices and which vehicle models we can make higher offers for.

Question 3

What will I need to scrap my car in Tilbury?

Accepted Answer

There are a few things you will need to have to scrap your car in Tilbury without any problems. These are:

Set of keys for your broken car
Valid photo ID e.g. in-date UK passport or driving licence
Vehicle log book (V5C) if you have it

Our removal agents from Tilbury will need to see some form of valid photo ID before they can take your scrap car to an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF). If you can't attend your collection appointment, then our agents will need to see some photo ID from someone who can be there on your behalf.

We need a set of keys to your vehicle to access it and remove it successfully from your address.

You don't need a log book to scrap your car in Tilbury with us, however if you have this document you should provide our collection agents with it. They will fill out and return the section you need to inform DVLA about scrapping your vehicle.

For more information on the things you need to scrap your car in Tilbury, please read our quick and informative guide!

Question 4

Do I need a V5C to scrap a car in Tilbury?

Accepted Answer

In short, no. You don't need your V5C, formally known as your vehicle log book, to scrap your car in Tilbury with us.

However, this document will admittedly make the process of removing your vehicle less hassle for you.

If you have your V5C, then please provide our removal agent with it. They'll fill out the relevant section with the information you need to inform DVLA that your car's being taken to and scrapped by an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF).

Don't have your log book? When booking your scrap car in for collection, request for a Certificate of Destruction (COD) to be sent to your email address.

This document is definitive proof that your vehicle has been de-polluted and crushed by an ATF. Keep the original COD for yourself and send DVLA a signed copy to confirm that your car's been scrapped.

Alternatively, you should ask the collection agent for the information you need to notify DVLA. Make sure that you note down the name, address and contact details of the ATF they're taking your vehicle to.

For further questions on how to scrap your car in Tilbury without a V5C, please call our head office team on 01706 577 574.

Question 5

What kinds of scrap car do you remove from Tilbury?

Accepted Answer

Scrap Local is proud to remove a wide range of scrap cars from Tilbury.

Our trusted vehicle buyers cover numerous brands and models, and we even offer scrap prices to motorists looking to dispose of broken vans and 4x4s.

Here are the kinds of scrap car we remove from Tilbury on a daily basis:

MOT failures
Insurance write-offs
Damaged cars and broken vehicles
General breakdowns
Emission test failures

Have your old set of wheels removed from Tilbury at a time to suit you by submitting an enquiry to our scrap car form today!

Question 6

How do I tell DVLA that I've scrapped my car in Tilbury?

Accepted Answer

You can tell DVLA that you've scrapped your car in Tilbury either by post or through their online service. Alternatively, you can call their head office to provide them with this information.

During this process, you will need to provide the details of where your vehicle has been taken to be de-polluted and crushed. For this you can use either...

Information on section 4 or 9 of your vehicle log book (V5C)
Signed copy of your Certificate of Destruction (COD)
Details our head office or collection agents provide you with

DVLA are understandably strict when it comes to vehicle recycling in the UK and Scrap Local are proud to connect motorists with Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs) who ensure that Tilbury scrap cars are disposed of professionally.

Have a question about DVLA? Give our team a call on 01706 577 574 or visit DVLA's domain on GOV.UK for updated information.

Question 7

How am I paid for my scrap car?

Accepted Answer

You should be paid securely via bank transfer for your scrap car. When we book your vehicle in for collection, you can provide your payment details during the same telephone call.

Alternatively, you can provide your payment details after your vehicle has been collected by calling our head office team on 01706 577 574.

We ask that you allow up to 48 hours for your payment to be processed into your account.

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