Scrap Car Prices Are Falling – What You Need to Know | Take My Car Away

🚗 Why Have Scrap Car Prices Dropped Recently?

If you’ve been thinking about scrapping your car, you might have noticed something: prices aren’t quite as high as they were a few months ago. So, what’s going on?

Let’s break it down.

📉 Market Dip: What's Causing Lower Scrap Prices?

Scrap car prices, like any other commodity, go up and down — and right now, we’re seeing a dip. Here's why:

1. Global Metal Demand is Down

The value of scrap vehicles mainly comes from materials like steel, aluminium, and copper. When global demand for these metals falls — such as during an economic slowdown — scrap prices naturally follow.

2. Shipping and Export Disruptions

A large percentage of UK scrap metal is exported. Recent issues like rising fuel costs, shipping delays, and global conflicts have made it harder (and more expensive) to export scrap. That directly impacts the prices offered for scrap cars.

3. Weaker Auction Markets

Not all scrapped cars go straight to the crusher! Many are dismantled for parts or even repaired and resold. With auction prices dropping, especially for repairable vehicles, scrap dealers have to adjust the prices they offer.

💰 Should You Still Scrap Your Car Now?

Short answer: Yes, it can still be the right move.

• Scrap prices may fall even further, so scrapping sooner could protect your vehicle’s value.

• Parts prices remain strong for certain makes and models, which can boost your payout.

• Non-runners and MOT failures are still worth scrapping, saving you storage and repair costs.

Waiting might not necessarily mean a better deal — and your car’s value could continue to decrease over time.

🛠️ How Take My Car Away Helps You

At Take My Car Away, we always aim to offer the fairest and most competitive price — even when the market is a bit rocky.

Here's what you can expect when you scrap with us:

• ✅ Instant online quotes

• ✅ Free collection from your doorstep

• ✅ Full DVLA paperwork sorted

• ✅ Friendly, transparent service (no hidden charges!)

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