What to do when scrapping your car

When scrapping an old car for money, you should do a few things before you take it to the scrapyard. Doing these things will help you get the most money possible for your old vehicle.

Everyone wants to receive the highest price when selling their car for scrap. Because of this, we've compiled our top suggestions for things to do before you scrap your car for cash, along with answers to the most often-asked question about scrapping. 

Obtain Necessary Documentation

Before you scrap your car, it's crucial to acquire the required paperwork. While some documents are required, others are preferred. You must ensure you have identification and address documentation, such as a passport or driver's licence. 

This is because of the Scrap Metal Merchants Act of 2013, which calls for ID to be established so that a record of the transaction may be made to protect all parties from scrap metal theft and shady dealers.

Your logbook, or v5c, is another important piece of paperwork. Although not necessary, this is useful if you do have it. The v5c informs the Driving & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) that the vehicle has been legally scrapped and that you are no longer the owner. 

For a fee you can request a replacement of this document from the DVLA if you misplace it. However, not every buyer will need this document, so call us before buying a new one if you're considering it.

Again, it's not necessary, but it can be helpful to the purchasers if you have any service records for the vehicle. Rarely could you be required to show the vehicle's proof of purchase. This can occur if you've lost your V5C and don't have the keys to your car.

Take Your Personal Items Out

Ensure all your personal belongings, including chargers, sunglasses, and CDs, are gone. 

Ensure all tools and equipment, including dash cams and sat navs. Take particular care when prepping your car because anything left inside cannot be retrievable after being collected. 

Ensure the vehicle is empty of domestic trash or other waste once you've removed all of your personal items. Otherwise, the collectors may refuse to pick up the vehicle.

Delete The Vehicle's License Plate

Whether it is personalised or not, you must contact the DVLA to arrange for the number plate to be transferred to another vehicle or to be retained in a Retention Document if you want to keep it. If you don't do this before the car is picked up, you risk losing the licence plate. Contact DVLA with any questions regarding licence plates.

Select A Trustworthy Scrap Auto Service

When trying to get rid of your motor, selecting a reputable car scrapper or scrap yard is crucial.

You may feel secure knowing that your car is in good hands when you use a reputable car scrapping service. 

Due to existing legislation, it's critical to search for a business that is an Authorised Treatment Facility; this implies they will treat your vehicle's duty in a morally and legally acceptable manner. 

Even in today's market, there are still buyers and sellers that don't conduct their business with the utmost integrity.

What Will a Scrap Yard Offer Me For Your Car?

Scapyards, also known as salvage yards or scrap car dealers, are primary locations where different types of scrap metal are taken. You can be dealing with a shady deal if you use a scrap yard that accepts scrap cars but is not an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF), as they won't be under the Environmental Agency's supervision and won't necessarily follow the best procedures. 

Use just an ATF-recognised company because what you'll get for your car could be a complete rip-off. You may be confident that the process is lawful, secure, and reliable because we follow it when scrapping cars.

Conclusion 

Scrapping an old car for money is a great way to get some extra cash in your pocket. However, there are several things you need to do before you do so, such as ensuring that you have all the necessary paperwork, making sure the car is safe to scrap, and researching the best scrap value for your car. 

Additionally, working with a reputable scrap company is important to get the most money for your car. With the right preparation and research, you can easily get the best value for your old car.

Benfleet Scrap Co. has been an Essex-based family-run business in the scrap and recycling industry for over forty years.  Request a scrap car price today.