subject: The Benefits of Car Scrappage [print this page] The Benefits of Car Scrappage The Benefits of Car Scrappage
There are many reasons why you may decide to scrap your car. When I had to scrap my car, it was because the cost of fixing the car far outweighed the value of my car. The car was valued at around 500, but the cam belt snapped, causing extensive damage to the engine, which would have cost around 1000 to repair, needless to say, I was annoyed, but what followed next was even more exasperating. I phoned the local garage (of the same brand as my car) and asked them to remove the vehicle; they charged me 50 for towing and disposal of the vehicle.
Recently, however, I have found out that, had I contacted a scrap yard, they would have paid me for the vehicle and removed it free of charge I would have made money, rather than lost it! Had I realised that at the time, I would have saved myself some of the frustration of losing my only mode of transport. For this reason, I have put together this article as an informative guide to car scrappage.
Why a Car Might Need Scrapping
If the car costs more to repair than it is worth.
If the car is a write-off, either insurance or otherwise.
If the car no longer runs, and is simply taking up space in your garage, garden, or driveway.
If you no longer need the vehicle, but are unable to sell it.
How to Choose the Scrap Yard
Depending on the reason for the scrap, you may require the services of a specialist scrap yard. These yards must hold the correct licences, particularly those licences that relate to environmental issues if in doubt, ask the scrap yard and verify their claims via the necessary authorities.
The scrap yard should offer you a monetary sum for the car; they will be able to make a profit, so it is only right that you receive a fair amount for the vehicle.
Make sure that the scrap yard will collect the car free of charge; many do, so if you have stumbled upon a company who does not, then you should find one that does this should be easy as it is a highly competitive market.
Final Reminders
Check the car thoroughly before handing it over to a scrap yard. If you leave personal belongings inside, and they crush the car, they will crush your belongings too (not intentionally, I should add!).
Make sure there is no extra weight in the car, for instance, if you have left something heavy in the boot. Scrap yards tend to offer a price based on the weight of the vehicle as this generally corresponds to the amount of metal they will be able to salvage, which is, in part, what they are after. They may reduce the amount they pay you if the car is lighter than they first believed it to be.
Benefits of Scrapping
Money: scrap yards will pay you for your vehicle, regardless of its condition.
Environment: having a car scrapped helps the environment as it is simply a method of recycling metal. Choose a scrap yard with the necessary licences and you ensure that no harmful by-products arise from the process of scrapping.
