Guides & Help
Straightforward advice on scrapping your car in the UK — written by a real licensed scrapyard, not a content farm.
How to scrap your car: a step-by-step guide
Everything you need to know to scrap your car legally in the UK — from getting a quote to receiving your Certificate of Destruction.
Read guide →What is a Certificate of Destruction?
A Certificate of Destruction (CoD) is the DVLA document that proves your car has been legally scrapped. Here's what it means and why you need one.
Read guide →Can I scrap my car without a V5?
Lost your V5C logbook? You can still scrap your car — but there are extra steps. Here's what to do.
Read guide →Most valuable car parts to sell before scrapping
Some parts are worth more sold separately than left on the car. Here's which ones to remove (and which to leave for a better scrap price).
Read guide →Checklist: what to do before scrapping your car
A quick checklist of things to do before your car is collected — cancel insurance, remove personal items, keep the V5C, and more.
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