Scrap my car in Southampton online

The running costs are too expensive  

It's certainly not cheap to have a car in Southampton. Car insurance is a major cost, and drivers in the city pay a lot more for premiums than other cities. At the low end of the scale, some drivers are finding annual costs of just £237, but more are paying around the £556 mark, with 10% of local drivers paying hundreds more than that. Petrol in Southampton is highly-priced too, meaning that car owners in the city tend to pay more when they fill up their tanks. The fact that the Southampton roads are rough to drive on means that maintenance costs are high too, with average annual spending being £178. So it's no wonder that smart drivers are getting cash for scrap cars in Southampton and saving themselves a lot of money (while earning some too). With free car collection, it's never been easier to sell your scrap car in Southampton.

Scrap a car if it's not being used

It might seem like there are more road users than ever in Southampton, especially when you're stuck in traffic on the westbound carriageway of the M27 at junction five. However, traffic levels have dropped, and cycling is on the rise. With the city centre being easy to get around on foot and public transport being so frequent, more people than ever are leaving their cars at home when they pop into town. The problem is that if your car isn't being used, it's still costing you money. Insurance and road tax still have to be paid, and the longer it's left undriven the more the value of that car depreciates. If you know that you're not driving your car, then you might have declared it as SORN, but that will cost money to get removed, and you won't be able to drive it until then. Now, you can save ongoing vehicle epoxies, avoid extra payments to use your car, and get its real value by getting cash for scrap cars in Southampton, even if it's been SORNed.

You find public transport preferable

With the high levels of congestion, the appalling state of the council-run roads, and the fantastic availability and frequency of the city's public transport system, it's no wonder that car ownership is steadily declining in Southampton. There are multiple bus networks run by different companies, meaning that you can get anywhere in and around the city, and even to nearby Eastleigh and Winchester without ever getting behind the wheel. The Solent Go Travel Card is usable on all buses and trains, and the local rail line is very regular and reliable. When driving down Wolseley Road can destroy your suspension and St Mary's Street is equally unforgiving, it's not that much of a surprise that more people than ever are using the public transport network in Southampton. This is especially the case when the amount you get for an old car from scrap metal dealers in Southampton is more than enough to pay for a year's worth of travel. Owning a car has never been such a pointless expense.

The car has failed its MOT

Drivers in every city in the UK have to pay hundreds of pounds on repairs when their cars fail their MOT. On average, motorists in Southampton pay much more on those car repairs, with every failed MOT resulting in at least a £178 bill. However, some reports indicate that the cost of repairing a car in Southampton after a failed MOT is much higher, at £280. Either way, Soton drivers are spending a lot on repairs, even though the pass rate for cars in Southampton is at 35% (the same as the national average). Partly, that's because car owners in Southampton are younger than in other cities, especially considering the regular influx of 43,000 students. That means they buy cheaper cars that always need more money to keep them usable. More drivers in the city are refusing to spend that much, and realising how easy it is to sell a car without MOT in Southampton.

You could use the money for other things

Southampton residents already know that the city is an expensive place to live, but are often surprised to find that it's the 9th most expensive city in the UK to own a car. It is estimated that it costs around £2752 every year just to keep and use a car in the city, and that's money that many drivers would prefer to spend elsewhere. From shopping in West Quay shopping centre to nights out in The Brooks or day trips to historical sites of interest, there's a lot to do in the city. That's especially true when you factor in the low average age of Soton locals, and a higher than national average number of singles. So if you need cash to pay for a date night, or even if you need a little extra cash boost to help pay for some of the highest rents in the country (£843 a month!), then getting cash for scrap cars in Southampton is a much smarter move than applying for payday loans.

Your car’s no longer safe to drive      

The roads of Southampton are notorious. Confusing layouts make accidents common, and the roads have become increasingly deteriorated in recent years. It's no wonder that so many people choose to leave their cars at home! When you buy a lower-priced, used car, it's always going to have some wear and tear. Minor issues like scratched bodywork or a wobbly back seat can be fine, but when that old car starts to have engine issues or the brakes and suspension become less reliable, then it becomes much more dangerous to drive. Every time that you start driving a car that has a major issue, you are putting your life in danger, and also the lives of other drivers and pedestrians. While minor repairs can often be done yourself, it's much more expensive to make big repairs, and that's why it's so common to see Soton drivers selling their unsafe cars to scrap dealers in Southampton and making money that they can use to get a safer car.

Your car is costing you a fortune to maintain

The employment rates in the city are considered to be mediocre, although 69% of the local population are in employment. The problem is that less than half of the city are able to find full-time work. With some of the largest vehicle repair bills in the country, Southampton drivers are constantly paying out money that they could be using to improve their quality of life. That's why more people than ever are getting cash for scrap cars in Southampton. Instead of spending money on those tired, worn down old used cars, the money that you get from scrap metal dealers in Southampton can be used on nights out, alternative travel options, or even to put towards a more reliable car. If you're spending more on maintaining your old car than ever, it's time to start thinking about how those costs are preventing you from upgrading to a newer vehicle or simply using the money on something fun.

Your car is very fuel inefficient    

As the seventh worst city in the UK for congestion, drivers in the city can waste up to 144 hours (or six days) a year sitting still in rush hour. That's partly because of the high rate of vehicle ownership, with 77% of Southampton households having access to a car or van. Used cars are low cost in Southampton, but those cars are never going to be as fuel-efficient as something newer. Worn out spark plugs, low-quality engine oil, and even worn tyres can all add to a lack of fuel-efficiency, and the side-effect is that you start having to spend more every time that you drive onto the petrol station forecourt. When you realise that you're spending more on fuel than on car insurance, that's a good time to start thinking about getting a better car. More drivers than ever are selling their old cars to scrap metal dealers in Southampton and using the money to get something that costs less to run.

Your car is written off  

The A50, which joins Southampton to Devon, has been officially named as Britain's most dangerous road. Inside the city limits, the slow pace of traffic flow and the high number of old cars on the roads means that accidents are common. A car accident is always a nightmare, even if all involved escape with no injuries. Cars need repairing, and if those repairs outweigh the value of the car, then it can be hard to know what to do next. The good news is that no matter how badly your car has been banged up, you can still sell it to scrap dealers in Southampton. Often Soton drivers keep hold of badly damaged cars because they know they can't sell it to a private buyer who wants something to drive. What locals are realising is that they can sell even seriously damaged cars in Southampton and get that unsightly vehicle off their drives and out of their garages.

You’re looking for a part-exchange  

With such high rates of vehicle ownership in the city (77% of households have access to a vehicle), as well as the low cost of used vehicles and the low rates of pay (let alone the students who are struggling to survive on their student loans), means that part-exchanges are common. The problem with part-exchanges is that they leave you vulnerable because you're never quite sure that you'll be getting what your old car is really worth. Going the part-exchange route is always best avoided because it also gives you less power as a buyer. The alternative, more positive option, is to get cash for scrap cars in Southampton and head to a dealership or private seller knowing exactly what your budget is. When you've got the cash in your pocket, you can negotiate more too, and that means more savings on your new vehicle. Southampton drivers are avoiding part-exchanges and buying better cars as a result.