Scrap My Car Wellington
Scrap My Car Wellington
Ready to scrap your old car? Cash for Cars Wellington pays top dollar for scrap vehicles and handles the entire disposal process. We provide free collection, environmentally responsible recycling, and instant cash payment — all in one visit.
Get Your Free Quote
Send us your vehicle details and we'll get back to you with a cash offer.
Or call us: 022 434 0418
Simple Process
How It Works
Describe Your Vehicle
Tell us the make, model, year, and condition of your scrap car. We'll give you a cash quote based on its weight, materials, and salvageable parts.
Free Collection
Our tow truck arrives at your location — no charge. We handle all the heavy lifting so you don't have to worry about transporting a non-running vehicle.
Cash & Responsible Recycling
We pay you cash on the spot, then your vehicle goes to our recycling facility where over 85% of the materials are recovered and reused.
Vehicles We Accept
Rusty & Rotting Cars
Vehicles too far gone for repair — rusted panels, floor rot, structural damage.
Mechanical Failures
Blown engines, seized gearboxes, failed head gaskets, cracked blocks.
Deregistered Vehicles
Cars taken off the road with no WoF, no registration, or no plates.
Abandoned & Sitting Cars
Vehicles that have been sitting unused for months or years.
Flood & Fire Damage
Water-damaged, fire-damaged, or smoke-affected vehicles.
Incomplete Vehicles
Cars with missing parts, stripped interiors, or removed engines.
What Makes a Car Scrap?
A car is generally considered scrap when the cost of repairs exceeds its market value. Common reasons include extensive rust, major mechanical failure, severe accident damage, or simply old age. If your car has failed its WoF and isn't worth fixing, scrapping it for cash is the smartest option.
Eco-Friendly Scrap Car Recycling
We don't just dump cars. Every scrap vehicle we collect goes through a proper recycling process. Hazardous fluids like oil, coolant, and brake fluid are safely drained and disposed of. Batteries, tyres, and glass are separated for specialised recycling. The remaining steel and aluminium is crushed and sent to metal recyclers. Over 85% of every vehicle we process is recovered and reused.
Wellington Wide
Areas We Cover
We provide scrap my car services across the entire Wellington region, including Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti Coast, and the wider Hutt Valley.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cash will I get for my scrap car?
Scrap car prices vary depending on the vehicle's weight, condition, make, and model. We typically pay between $300 and $5,000 for scrap cars in Wellington. Larger vehicles like vans, utes, and 4x4s generally fetch more due to higher metal content.
Do I need a WoF to scrap my car?
No. You don't need a WoF, registration, or even plates to scrap your car with us. We buy vehicles in any state — deregistered, expired, or never warranted. All you need is proof of ownership.
What happens to my car after it's scrapped?
Your vehicle is taken to our recycling facility where usable parts are salvaged, hazardous fluids are safely removed, and metals are crushed and sent to recyclers. Over 85% of the vehicle is recycled, keeping waste out of landfill.
Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
If your vehicle has outstanding finance, you'll need to settle the loan before we can complete the purchase. We recommend contacting your lender first. Once the finance is cleared, we can proceed with the scrap and pay you cash.
How do I prepare my car for scrapping?
Remove all personal belongings, take your plates off if the car is still registered, and have your ID and proof of ownership ready. That's it — we handle everything else including the towing, paperwork, and deregistration.
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Ready to Get Started?
One call, same-day pickup, cash in your hand. It really is that simple.