When repairs cost more than a vehicle is worth, scrap is often the sensible end for it. A car, pickup or van is mostly steel by weight, but a large part of its scrap value sits in a few parts: the engine, the gearbox, the radiator, the wheels, the battery and the wiring.
What sets the scrap value
- Weight. This is the base of the price, and a pickup or van weighs more than a small car.
- What is still attached. An engine, gearbox, radiator and alloy wheels add value. A stripped shell is worth its steel.
- Access. A vehicle on the street is quicker to move than one boxed in at the back of a yard.
Whether it runs matters less than people expect. For scrap, a vehicle does not need to start or to be complete.
Paperwork first
In the UAE, a vehicle that is being scrapped should have its registration cancelled with the traffic authority, so that it is no longer registered in your name. The steps and documents can change, so check the current process through the official Abu Dhabi government channels, such as TAMM, before you sell.
Bring whatever papers you have for the vehicle. If something is missing, tell us at the start rather than at the gate.
Before it goes
- Take personal items, documents and tools out of the cabin and the boot
- Take a few photos for your own records
- Tell us about any fluid leaks or missing parts
Parts on their own
Garages often strip a vehicle first and sell the parts separately. We buy radiators, alloy wheels, engines, gearboxes, starters, alternators, batteries and body panels on their own. The vehicle scrap page has the details.
Getting a price
Send photos of the vehicle and its location on WhatsApp to +971 52 727 0105. We will tell you what it is worth and when it can be moved.
Common questions
How much is a scrap car worth in Abu Dhabi?
It depends mostly on its weight and on what is still attached, such as the engine, gearbox, radiator and wheels. Send photos to +971 52 727 0105 for the rate on the day.
Does a car need to run to be scrapped?
No. For scrap, a vehicle does not need to start or to be complete.
What should I do before scrapping a car in the UAE?
Check the current process for cancelling the registration with the traffic authority, take out personal items and documents, and tell the buyer about any missing parts.
