Got an old car sitting around and not sure if a removal company will actually take it? You’re not the only one. Plenty of Aussies have a rusty vehicle tucked away in the garage or a damaged car they just don’t know what to do with. The good news is that car removal companies aren’t too picky. In fact, they’ll take just about anything with four wheels—and sometimes even less! Here’s a quick look at the types of cars they usually accept.
If your old Holden, Ford or Toyota has been through the wringer and is more hassle than it’s worth, a removal company will happily tow it away. Cars that won’t pass a roadworthy or are simply too expensive to fix are the bread and butter of the industry. Instead of letting them rust, you can swap that eyesore for some quick cash.
Had a bingle that left your car beyond repair? No worries—accident-damaged or written-off cars are still worth something. Even if it looks like a wreck, there are always parts, panels and scrap metal that can be recycled. That’s why most car removal teams are quick to grab them.
Got a vehicle that hasn’t moved in years and doesn’t even crank over? It’s still worth a call. Removal companies deal with cars that are basically scrap. They’ll pull out anything reusable and recycle the rest. So, even if it’s more rust than car, it won’t be a problem.
Selling privately can be a nightmare if your car doesn’t have rego or a valid roadworthy. Car removal services don’t fuss over that stuff. Whether your paperwork has expired or gone missing altogether, they’ll still take it. Too easy.
It’s not just small cars that get picked up. Utes, vans, trucks and 4WDs are often in high demand because of their size and the amount of material they can provide. If you’ve got a work vehicle sitting idle, chances are someone will be happy to haul it away.
We all know Aussie weather can be brutal. Floods, bushfires and hailstorms can leave cars in shocking condition. While you might think no one would touch them, removal companies usually will. They’re experienced in handling vehicles that have copped serious damage.
So, what types of cars do removal companies accept? Pretty much the lot. From battered old sedans and accident write-offs to unregistered utes and weather-damaged wrecks, there’s usually a removal team ready to take them off your hands. The bonus? You’ll often get a cash payment and peace of mind knowing the car’s being recycled the right way.
