If your vehicle is old, damaged, or no longer running, selling it to a junkyard can turn scrap into cash. But instead of settling for one local offer, you can sell your car online and get multiple competitive bids from verified buyers.
ScrapTrade – Australia’s Online Scrap Trading Marketplace allows you to sale your car to a junkyard or scrap buyer online, compare offers, and get paid securely — all while avoiding the hassle of negotiating with a single local yard.
Why Selling Your Car to a Junkyard Pays
Even junk cars contain valuable materials and parts:
- Steel and iron from the body and frame
- Aluminium engine components
- Copper wiring and electronics
- Batteries
- Catalytic converters with precious metals
Selling your car responsibly not only gives you cash but also contributes to environmental sustainability by recycling valuable materials.
How to Sale Your Car to a Junkyard via ScrapTrade
Step 1: List Your Car Online
Create a free listing with your car’s details, condition, and photos:
https://scraptrade.com.au/sell
Step 2: Receive Multiple Offers
ScrapTrade connects you with verified junkyards and scrap buyers Australia-wide who place competitive bids.
Step 3: Compare and Choose the Best Offer
Select the highest-paying offer no hidden fees, no guesswork.
Step 4: Secure Payment and Pickup
Payments are escrow-protected, and many buyers provide free vehicle collection, making the process simple and safe.
Factors That Affect Your Junk Car Sale Price
The cash you get depends on:
- Vehicle weight and type of metals
- Condition and presence of high-value parts like catalytic converters
- Transport and pickup logistics
- Current scrap metal market rates
- Demand from buyers
ScrapTrade gives you live market insight to maximize your payout.
Online Marketplace vs Traditional Junkyards
Selling locally can be quick but often limits your earning potential. Using an online platform like ScrapTrade offers:
- Nationwide buyer access
- Multiple competitive bids
- Transparent pricing
- Secure payments
- Pickup services
This is why ScrapTrade is considered one of the best scrap marketplaces for cars in Australia.
Who Can Use ScrapTrade
- Private car owners with old or damaged vehicles
- Mechanics and workshops
- Fleet operators disposing of old vehicles
- Insurance write-off sellers
- Businesses with surplus cars
No special license is needed; ScrapTrade ensures compliance with Australian vehicle recycling regulations.
Environmental Benefits
Selling your car to a junkyard responsibly:
- Reduces landfill waste
- Conserves raw materials and energy
- Lowers carbon emissions
- Supports the circular economy in Australia
Start Selling Your Car to a Junkyard Today
Turn your old or damaged vehicle into instant cash safely, quickly, and transparently with ScrapTrade.
- Sell scrap cars online: https://scraptrade.com.au/sell
- Compare verified buyers: https://scraptrade.com.au/buy
- Learn how it works: https://scraptrade.com.au/how-it-works
- Register free: https://scraptrade.com.au/register