Scrap Car Collection & Recycling in London
Scrap My Car Near Me – Free Collection, Top Price Paid and a Certificate of Destruction, Across London.
Got a scrap, broken or end-of-life car or van in London? We collect it free from your home or roadside, pay you a fair price on the spot, and handle the DVLA paperwork and recycling, across every London postcode.
- No call-out fee
- Price agreed first
- Fully insured operators
- 24/7/365 cover
Had a non-fault accident? Your recovery is free.
If your vehicle was damaged in an accident that was not your fault, CityGrip can arrange recovery, secure storage, approved repairs and a like-for-like courtesy car, with the costs recovered from the at-fault driver’s insurer. We handle incidents across London and the M25, keep the evidence in order, and run the whole claim so you stay mobile and pay nothing out of pocket.
- Free accident recovery and storage
- Like-for-like courtesy car
- Approved repairs, managed to settlement
- No upfront cost, no effect on your no-claims
CityGrip provides free scrap car collection and recycling in London. We collect your scrap, MOT-failed or end-of-life car or van free from any London postcode, pay a fair price, notify the DVLA and provide a Certificate of Destruction. Call 07960 200253 for a quote and same-day collection.
Getting rid of an old car should be easy and should pay you, not cost you. We give you a fair price over the phone, collect the vehicle free from your home, driveway or the roadside, and pay you on collection. As an authorised approach we make sure the vehicle is recycled correctly at an authorised treatment facility, notify the DVLA so your liability ends, and give you a Certificate of Destruction for your records. No towing fees, no hassle.
What our Scrap Car Collection in London includes
One local team, every situation covered, day or night.
Free Collection
We collect your scrap car or van free from your home, driveway or the roadside.
Fair Price Paid
A fair price agreed on the phone and paid to you on collection. No collection fees.
Certificate of Destruction
Proper recycling at an authorised facility, with a Certificate of Destruction provided.
DVLA Sorted
We notify the DVLA so your liability and any tax obligations end correctly.
Any Condition
Running or not, MOT-failed, accident-damaged or end-of-life, all collected.
Same-Day Service
Quick quote and often same-day collection, booked with a real person.
How our scrap car collection works
From your call to a sorted vehicle, in four simple steps.
1. Call us
Tell us your location and vehicle. We give a firm price for your scrap car collection and a realistic arrival time.
2. We dispatch
The nearest available operator is sent straight to you with live updates.
3. We sort it
We carry out your scrap car collection on the spot, or safely recover the vehicle if needed.
4. Done
We finish the job or drop your vehicle where you need, at the agreed price. No surprises.
Scrap Car Collection across London & the Home Counties
We cover every London postcode and all 32 boroughs for free scrap collection: cars, vans and 4x4s, running or not, MOT failures, accident-damaged, non-runners and end-of-life vehicles. Wherever it is parked in London, we can collect it.
Beyond Greater London we also cover Central London and the City, and reach out across the Home Counties: Essex, Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire, plus the M25 and the major motorways and A-roads (M11, M1, A1(M), A10, A12, A13) that connect them. Wherever you are in the region, a local operator is rarely far away.
Transparent scrap car collection prices
Clear flat starting prices, agreed before we roll. No hidden call-out or night surcharges.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Scrap car collection | free |
| Price paid for your car | fair price quoted |
| Certificate of Destruction | included |
| DVLA notification | included |
| Same-day collection | where available |
Final price depends on vehicle, distance and time. We confirm the full cost on the phone before dispatch.
Scrap Car Collection near you in London
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However you search, from emergency scrap car collection near me in London to a 24 hour service, one call to 07960 200253 puts a local operator on the way, with a firm price and a realistic arrival time confirmed before we set off.
Why London drivers choose CityGrip for scrap car collection
We are a transparent, fair scrap service that pays you and does the paperwork properly. You get a clear price over the phone, free collection, payment on the spot and a Certificate of Destruction, with no collection or admin fees taken out. We recycle at authorised facilities and notify the DVLA so you are protected. No hassle, no hidden deductions.
No hidden fees
One flat price agreed before we dispatch. No call-out charge added later, no surprise extras.
Fast local response
A network of thousands of vetted, fully insured local drivers means one is rarely far away.
Easy payment
Pay by card or bank transfer on completion. Receipt and proof of dispatch for claims if needed.
Fully insured
Your vehicle is handled by insured operators with the right equipment for every job.
Scrap Car Collection FAQs
Do you charge to collect a scrap car?
No. Collection is free across London, and we pay you a fair price for the vehicle on collection, with no admin or towing fees deducted.
How much will I get for my scrap car?
It depends on the make, model, weight and condition. We give you a fair, honest price over the phone before we collect, and pay you on the spot.
Do you provide a Certificate of Destruction?
Yes. We recycle the vehicle at an authorised treatment facility and provide a Certificate of Destruction for your records.
Will you notify the DVLA?
Yes. We notify the DVLA so your liability ends and you are protected. You should also keep your yellow V5C/3 slip.
Can you collect a car that does not run?
Yes. We collect running and non-running cars, MOT failures, accident-damaged and end-of-life vehicles from any London postcode.
How quickly can you collect?
Often the same day, depending on your location. Call 07960 200253 for a quote and to book collection.
Do you collect vans and 4x4s?
Yes. We collect cars, vans and 4x4s for scrap and recycling across London.
How do you pay me?
We agree the price over the phone and pay you on collection. We will confirm the payment method when you book.
Updated June 2026. Lines open 24 hours. Call 07960 200253 for immediate dispatch.
Need scrap car collection in London? We are on our way.
24/7 scrap car collection across all London postcodes. One call, fast dispatch, a fair price agreed up front.
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