When you receive a scrap car quote from us, the price reflects several factors that our team assesses for every vehicle. Understanding how quotes are calculated helps you appreciate why prices differ between vehicles and why our guaranteed quotes are consistently competitive.
Scrap Metal Value
The base value of any scrap car is its metal content. A typical car weighs between 1,000 and 2,000 kilograms, and the scrap metal price per tonne fluctuates daily on commodity markets. Heavier vehicles like SUVs, vans, and luxury cars contain more metal and therefore start from a higher base value. Our scrap yard tracks market prices daily to ensure quotes are current.
Catalytic Converter
Catalytic converters contain platinum, palladium, and rhodium — precious metals worth significantly more per gram than gold. The type and size of your converter can add substantial value to your quote. Diesel particulate filters also contain recoverable metals. Our car dismantlers assess every converter individually.
Parts Recovery Value
If your car has components in good condition — a working engine, sound gearbox, undamaged body panels, or quality alloys — these add value beyond the basic scrap price. Our auto breakers factor in the resale potential of salvageable parts through our used car parts catalogue.
Collection Costs
Some scrap services deduct collection costs from your quote. We never do this. Our free collection is genuinely free regardless of your location across Scotland. The price quoted is the price paid — no deductions, no hidden fees, no surprises.
Why Prices Change
Global scrap metal markets, precious metal prices, parts demand, and seasonal factors all influence scrap car values. Our car scrappers guarantee every quote for a fixed period, protecting you from market drops between quoting and collection.
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