According to Car Take Back, the average scrap car price in August 2023 was £283, a decrease of 5% from July. This is the lowest average price for scrap cars this year.
There are many factors that affect the scrap value of a car, including the make, model, age, weight, condition, and location of the car. The average age of cars scrapped in August was 17 years. Younger cars tend to be worth more than older cars.
The most frequently scrapped car in August was the Ford Focus, with an average scrap value of £323. The Vauxhall Corsa was the second most frequently scrapped car, with an average scrap value of £352.
Despite the overall decrease in scrap car prices, the top five most frequently scrapped cars in August all saw an increase in price. The Vauxhall Corsa saw the biggest increase, with a 22% increase in its scrap value. The Citroen C3 also saw a significant increase, with a 12% increase in its scrap value.
The average scrap values for the top five most frequently scrapped cars in August 2023
Source cartakeback.com
