Scrap My Car Hampshire & Scrap My Car West Sussex — Free Collection, Instant Bank Transfer, DVLA Paperwork Sorted
Welcome to Scrap My Old Car — your trusted, local service for drivers searching “scrap my car Hampshire” and “scrap my car West Sussex”. We collect across both counties, pay by instant bank transfer at collection, and handle the DVLA side correctly, including V5C keeper update and your Certificate of Destruction (COD) via licensed Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs). Whether your car is a non-runner, MOT failure, accident-damaged or simply end-of-life, we’ll make the whole process fast, compliant and hassle-free.
Why Choose Scrap My Old Car
Established, Local & Trusted
Family-run since 2009 with thousands of collections across Hampshire and West Sussex. Clear pricing, courteous drivers, and consistent 5-star feedback.
Free Collection — No Surprises
We collect from driveways, garages, permitted on-street bays or safe meet-points. No hidden fees, no collection charge.
Instant Bank Transfer
Payment is made while our driver is with you, before the vehicle is moved. Compliant with UK scrap metal payments.
DVLA Paperwork Done Right
We handle V5C keeper updates and arrange your Certificate of Destruction via a licensed ATF — keep it with your records.
How It Works — Scrap My Car in Hampshire & West Sussex
1) Get a firm online quote
Use the instant quote tool with your registration and postcode. We return a firm price based on your vehicle, weight category and market conditions. No obligation, and the price won’t be “chipped” on the doorstep for declared issues.
2) Book a collection time
Choose a slot to suit you. Tell us about access (estate bay, height restriction, narrow lane) and V5C/keys status. If you’re keeping a private number, complete retention before the vehicle is collected.
3) Paid before we load
We arrive, confirm details and pay by instant bank transfer. You’ll see funds arrive before the vehicle is moved. We then safely load and depart — the whole process typically takes minutes.
4) DVLA update & COD
We process the DVLA keeper change correctly and route the vehicle to a licensed ATF, who issues your Certificate of Destruction (COD). Keep the COD for your records and insurer.
5) Final steps
DVLA refunds any unused full months of vehicle tax automatically. Cancel your insurance once collected/COD issued. If you SORN’d the car, you can remain off-road until it’s collected.
6) Need help?
Our paperwork guide covers every formality in plain English. For vans, see Sell/Scrap My Van. For accepted makes, see Makes & Models.
Scrap My Car Hampshire — Coverage, Local Towns & Helpful Notes
We operate daily collection routes across Hampshire. Whether you’re in a city centre bay in Southampton, a terraced street in Portsmouth, a new-build estate in Waterlooville, or a single-track lane near Andover or Petersfield, we’ll plan the right equipment and timing so loading is swift, safe and legal. Popular “scrap my car Hampshire” areas include:
SO • Southampton
City centre, Bitterne, Shirley, Portswood, Woolston, Hedge End, Hamble. We work inside loading windows and meet at safe points if on-street bays are tight. View Southampton
PO • Portsmouth
PO1–PO6 incl. Southsea, Fratton, Cosham, Drayton, Farlington, Paulsgrove, Hilsea. Narrow streets/permit zones are planned off-peak. View Portsmouth
PO • Fareham / Gosport
Fareham PO14–PO17, Gosport PO12–PO13 and Lee-on-the-Solent. Bridge access and retail windows handled routinely. Fareham • Gosport • Wickham
PO11 • Hayling Island
We schedule around A3023/bridge flows and coastal cul-de-sacs, using compact transporters where turning circles are small. View Hayling
PO10 • Emsworth
Emsworth, Southbourne, Westbourne, Hermitage and coastal lanes. Harbourside access and marina roads are planned correctly. View Emsworth
SO50/53 • Eastleigh
Eastleigh, Bishopstoke, Fair Oak, Chandler’s Ford. Airport Parkway/retail windows scheduled off-peak. View Eastleigh
SO22/23/21 • Winchester
City centre, Fulflood, Weeke, Stanmore, St Cross; villages incl. Twyford/Compton. Historic streets planned with legal meet-points. View Winchester
SO51 • Romsey
Town, Abbotswood, Cupernham, Tadburn; rural lanes toward Wellow/Lockerley handled with boards/winches. View Romsey
PO7/PO8 • Waterlooville
Waterlooville, Denmead, Cowplain, Purbrook, Horndean, Clanfield. A3(M) corridor gives quick response times. View Waterlooville
PO9/PO10 • Havant
Havant, Leigh Park, Bedhampton, Langstone and Emsworth fringe. View Havant
GU31/32 • Petersfield
Petersfield, Sheet, Steep, Buriton, clanfield links; single-track lanes scheduled off-peak. View Petersfield
RG21–29 • Basingstoke
Town, Chineham, Kempshott, Hatch Warren, Old Basing; rural Overton/Whitchurch. View Basingstoke
SP10/11 • Andover
Town and Test Valley villages; farm tracks managed with boards/winches where needed. View Andover
GU11/12 • Aldershot
Town, North Town, MOD housing. We coordinate access and use public meet-points if estate rules apply. View Aldershot
GU14 • Farnborough
Town, Cove, Southwood, North Camp; airport-side business parks — collections at public roads. View Farnborough
GU51/52 • Fleet
Fleet, Elvetham Heath, Ancells Farm, Church Crookham; safe meet-points if bays are tight. View Fleet
RG27 • Hook
Hook, Hartley Wintney, Odiham, Newnham; soft rural verges protected. View Hook
GU34 • Alton
Alton, Holybourne, Four Marks, Medstead, Lasham, Worldham; hill lanes handled safely. View Alton
SO24 • New Alresford
Broad Street, Sun Lane, Ropley and Itchen Valley villagers — legal meet-points if High Street windows are tight. View New Alresford
If your town isn’t listed, use the postcode quote — if we can reach you on our Hampshire routes, we’ll confirm immediately.
Scrap My Car West Sussex — Coverage, Towns & Coastal Notes
“Scrap my car West Sussex” searches bring many drivers to us from coastal towns and the South Downs interior. We manage seafront loading windows, car-park heights, cul-de-sacs, and single-track lanes every day. Major coverage includes:
PO19/18/20 • Chichester
City, Fishbourne, Bosham, Tangmere, Selsey & Witterings. Coastal parking planned around peak times. View Chichester
PO21/22 • Bognor Regis
Aldwick, Pagham, Felpham, Middleton-on-Sea, Shripney. Seafront bays and retail parks handled swiftly. View Bognor
BN16/17 • Littlehampton
Littlehampton, Rustington, East Preston, Angmering, Wick; estate bays and cul-de-sacs with compact transporters. View Littlehampton
BN11–14 • Worthing
Town, Goring, Durrington, Broadwater, Tarring, Findon Valley; seafront loading windows observed. View Worthing
BN18 • Arundel
Historic centre planned off-peak with safe meet-points; bridges/gradient approaches handled. View Arundel
RH20 • Pulborough
Pulborough, Storrington, West Chiltington, Amberley; rural lanes and farm tracks scheduled carefully. View Pulborough
GU29 • Midhurst
South Downs villages, Easebourne, Stedham, Iping, Lodsworth, Lickfold; passing places respected. View Midhurst
GU28 • Petworth
Petworth, Tillington, Byworth, Duncton, Northchapel, Kirdford; heritage streets and green verges protected. View Petworth
Along the coastal strip, we may use meet-points at legal loading bays when your road has height limits or tight cul-de-sacs. We’ll advise the simplest option when you book.
Typical Scrap Car Prices — What Affects Your Offer
Values change with metal markets and parts demand. Your instant quote is based on fair local pricing for Hampshire and West Sussex. These bands help set expectations:
Small cars
£120–£250 (KA, Corsa, Yaris). Top end when the catalytic converter is intact and wheels/tyres are serviceable.
Medium hatchbacks
£200–£350 (Focus, Astra, Golf). Most common vehicle class across both counties.
Large saloons & estates
£300–£500+ (3 Series, A4, Mondeo). Prestige/weight and completeness lift offers.
Vans & 4×4s
£450–£800+ depending on size and completeness. Easy access boosts payouts.
What increases your quote
- Completeness: Wheels, battery, catalytic converter present; keys to aid loading; major panels intact.
- Access: Driveway or legal bay with clear approach saves time/equipment costs.
- Accurate info: Declare “no keys” / “no wheels” / “no brakes” up-front — we’ll price correctly and arrive prepared.
What reduces your quote
- Missing high-value components (e.g., removed catalytic converter)
- Severely restricted access requiring extra equipment or time
- Non-rolling vehicles hidden behind other cars or locked gates
We don’t inflate quotes then reduce them on arrival. Be open about condition/access and we’ll pay exactly what we agree.
Scrap Car Paperwork — DVLA, V5C, SORN & COD
We handle the legal steps so you don’t have to second-guess what to submit. A quick primer:
V5C (logbook)
Preferred, not essential. If you’ve lost it, bring photo ID and reasonable proof of entitlement (bill of sale, insurance, business letter). We’ll complete the DVLA keeper update correctly or guide you through the online process.
Certificate of Destruction (COD)
Only licensed ATFs can issue CODs. It’s your DVLA-recognised proof the vehicle was permanently destroyed. Keep a digital copy for your insurer and records.
SORN, Tax & Insurance
If the car is off-road, you can SORN. After DVLA marks the vehicle scrapped, unused full months of tax are refunded automatically. Cancel insurance once collected/COD issued.
For a step-by-step walkthrough (with official links), read our Scrap Car Paperwork Guide.
What We Take — Cars, Vans, 4×4s & Special Cases
Cars (any make/model)
From small city cars to large estates and executive saloons. Non-runners, MOT failures, spares/repairs, high-mileage and accident-damaged are all fine. See Makes & Models We Accept.
Vans & 4×4s
Great prices for heavier vehicles. Tell us about roof heights/loads and access limitations; we’ll plan the right transporter. See Sell/Scrap My Van.
Special cases
No keys or no wheels? We can still collect with winches and skates (quote adjusted). On finance? Get lender consent first. Deceased estate? Executor/authority docs accepted. Ask for guidance when booking.
Coverage at a Glance — Hampshire & West Sussex
Browse the hub for full coverage maps, A–Z filtering and quick jump links to every town page.
Hampshire A–Z
We collect across Portsmouth, Southampton, Eastleigh, Winchester, Romsey, Waterlooville, Havant, Petersfield, Basingstoke, Andover, Aldershot, Farnborough, Fleet, Hook, Alton, New Alresford and more.
West Sussex A–Z
Coastal and Downs routes: Chichester, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Worthing, Arundel, Pulborough, Midhurst, Petworth and villages in between.
How routes work
We bundle local collections to keep lead times low and quotes strong. If your lane is too tight for direct loading, we’ll suggest the nearest safe meet-point.
Fastest way to book
Use the instant quote, accept your price, then choose a slot. You’ll receive confirmation and a quick checklist to prepare.
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What Local Drivers Say
“Booked at lunch, collected next morning in Southsea. Price paid exactly as quoted and the bank transfer hit in seconds.”
— J., Portsmouth PO4
“Winchester parking is a nightmare — they arranged a legal bay nearby, paid first, and had the car loaded in minutes.”
— A., Winchester SO23
“Private plate to keep plus no V5C. They guided us through DVLA and emailed the COD. Couldn’t be simpler.”
— K., Chichester PO19
FAQs — Scrap My Car Hampshire & West Sussex
Do I need the V5C to scrap my car?
No. It’s easier with it, but you can still scrap legally with photo ID and reasonable proof of entitlement. We’ll complete the DVLA keeper update and ensure a COD is issued by a licensed ATF.
How do you pay?
By instant bank transfer at collection. UK law prohibits cash for scrap vehicles. You’ll see funds arrive before the vehicle is moved.
When do I get my COD?
Once the ATF processes the vehicle after collection — often within a few days. We can provide a digital copy for your records and insurer.
Can you collect without keys or if the car won’t roll?
Yes. We bring winches and skates for non-runners or no-key scenarios. Please declare accurately so we arrive prepared and quote correctly.
What about my number plate?
Complete DVLA retention or transfer before collection. Once scrapped and recorded, you can’t retrieve the mark.
How fast can you collect?
Most Hampshire and West Sussex collections happen within 24–48 hours depending on your location and access. Same-day is sometimes possible.
Ready to Scrap Your Car in Hampshire or West Sussex?
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