If you have invested in modifications or aftermarket parts for your car, you might wonder whether these add value when scrapping. The answer depends on what you have fitted and its condition. Our car dismantlers assess every vehicle individually to ensure modifications are properly valued.
Modifications That Add Value
Certain aftermarket parts hold strong resale value through our used car parts service. Quality alloy wheels, performance exhaust systems, upgraded turbochargers, sport suspension, and leather interior upgrades are all sought after by enthusiasts and can increase your scrap quote from our auto breakers yard.
Modifications That May Not Add Value
Cosmetic modifications like body kits, vinyl wraps, and custom paint rarely add scrap value because they do not transfer easily to other vehicles. Heavily modified engines may actually reduce parts value if the modifications make the engine incompatible with standard applications.
Should You Remove Parts Before Scrapping?
If you fitted expensive aftermarket wheels or a quality exhaust system, you could potentially sell these privately for more than their contribution to the scrap value. However, removing parts from a vehicle requires tools and knowledge, and the car without wheels is harder to collect. Our car scrappers can advise whether keeping parts on or removing them gives you the best overall return.
Performance Cars
Modified performance cars including popular models from the Ford ST and RS range, Honda Type R, Mitsubishi Evo, and Subaru Impreza lines have dedicated parts markets. Components from these vehicles often fetch premium prices through our breakers yard.
Get a quote for your modified car. Our team values aftermarket parts properly. Free collection across Scotland.