Looking at the run-down automotive sitting in your garage can be frustrating. It is a waste of space and an eyesore–plus, it collects dust. If you want to get rid of an old automotive, there are a few ways to do it. It can be sold, scrapped, or given away for charity.
Metro Car Removal Director Illias notes, “An average car is about 12 years old, which means that most car owners hold on until they can no longer drive it. However, the initial investment could still pay off even until the owner decides to discard the automotive.”
How To Discard A Scrap Car For Top Cash
Selling
If it’s not worth fixing due to a large number of needed repairs, consider selling it for a reasonable price. However, it can be such a tedious task to prepare all of the paperwork in discarding scrap cars. You need to have both the vehicle logbook (V5C) and Certificate of Destruction (CoD). Doing all of this paperwork will ensure that you will be removed from any future responsibility regarding your automobile.
But if there are services out there that can make things easier for you, wouldn’t it be better just to let them take care of it for you? Not only will you get spared of the hassle, but you can also be paid with cold hard cash!

There are just some things to take into consideration before selling a scrap car.
First, you must ensure that you have the complete documents as proof of ownership of the vehicle. Next, evaluate the condition of the car as the cost for the car removal will depend on it. Finally, call a few different dealers that offer cash for scrap cars to have a range of prices.
Companies like Metro Car Removal Sydney offer services such as Cash for Scrap Cars to collect your scrap automotive and get it recycled in exchange for cash. Your automotive will be taken care of in just a few steps.
- Contact the nearest collecting depot online or through the phone to make an appointment. All types of automobiles, including vans, cars, junk trucks, boats, and bikes, can be sold.
- A same-day pick-up will be organised, depending on your preferred schedule. It takes only one to two hours for the team to collect your car.
- Once the offer is accepted, a collection team will be sent to tow your car at the agreed time and date.
The value of an old and worn car may also depend on a few factors, including the duration of use, mileage covered, and all kinds of repair done to the vehicle.
Metro Car Removal Sydney can make an offer up to $7000, with no towing fee SAME Day Removal
- After all paperwork is completed, the collection team will pay you with the agreed amount.
The Cash for Scrap Cars apply to the following conditions:
- Some parts of the car have been removed or are hanging loose.
- The wheels, stereo, and windows are missing.
- The car is in poor condition or too large to be removed.
Donating It
If you do not want to go through the trouble of making an appointment with collecting depots, consider giving your car to charitable institutions. You can donate your scrap
car to organisations such as givenow.com.au or kuc.org.au. These organisations sell the collected junk cars and donate all proceeds to charity.
Discarding your unwanted automotive by selling or donating can free up some space in your area for the storage of functioning vehicles and other equipment. It can also make your room look well-kept and clean. Moreover, the threat of health concerns brought by the hazardous chemicals from your dilapidated car can also be prevented.
To get rid of your scrap cars, request a quote from Metro Car Removal Sydney.
Metro Car Removal Sydney is one of the largest car removal firms in Sydney that offers a stress-free service to clients. This company buys all types of automobiles such as utes, vans, and SUVs.