If you have an old car parked in your garage or drive that you just want to get rid of, you have a couple of options at your disposal. You can try to sell it privately, trade it to a dealership or sell it for scrap at an Authorised Treatment Facility. So, which one is your best option? Keep reading this blog to find out!
Sell Privately
If your car is relatively new and in good condition, you may want to consider selling it privately. However, selling a car privately requires a lot of time and effort. You will need to take photos and advertise the car, handle enquiries, negotiate prices and eventually arrange a sale. This means the car will probably be on your property for longer than you would like, and even then, you run the risk of dealing with unreliable buyers or scams.
Trade in at a Dealership
To avoid the hassle of dealing with buyers and possible scammers, you can always trade your old car in at a dealership as part of purchasing a new or used vehicle. However, when trading in an old car you will most likely have very limited negotiation power with the dealership and dealers can sometimes assess the trade-in value based on their own needs. This can result in you getting a much lower sale price compared to the market value of your car.
Scrap at an ATF
By far the quickest and most convenient way to get rid of an old car is to scrap it at an Authorised Treatment Facility. Not only will you be able to get the car off your property quickly, but you will also get some much-needed cash in your pocket almost immediately! Even if your car has failed its MOT, is damaged or cannot be driven, ATFs like us at A&L can arrange to collect your car and take it away for you. All you need to do is remove your personal belongings, gather the necessary documents and arrange your collection.
In addition to this, by scrapping your car with an ATF, you are ensuring that all materials are responsibly recycled and reused, helping to contribute to environmental sustainability.
So, if you prioritise convenience, are in a time crunch or if your car is in poor condition, selling your car to a scrapyard like us at A&L is your best bet.
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