After two months of increases, the average price for a scrap car reduced by 11% in September. As we move into Autumn, scrap car prices hit the lowest level seen this year.
If it’s time to scrap your car it’s worth getting an instant quote with CarTakeBack as your car could be worth more than the average! Many factors contribute to the value of a scrap car, including, the demand for metal and reusable car parts, plus the make, model, age, weight, condition of the car, and even your location.
Take a look at the last 13 months in the chart below…
About the CarTakeBack Scrap Car Price Index
The CarTakeBack Scrap Car Price Index is a rolling monthly index covering the last 13 months. It’s updated monthly using the prices paid for scrap cars at CarTakeBack recycling centres throughout Ireland. We’ve taken into account that cars come in all shapes and sizes, which has an effect on their scrap value, the prices show what the average car would be worth. This means that the index gives a great indication of the movement in the value of scrap cars from one month to another.
The Ford Focus was the most frequently scrapped car with CarTakeBack at an average value of €242. All models in the top five saw a decrease in value in September.
The scrap value of each car varies due to multiple factors, so it’s worthwhile getting a free quote when you’re considering scrapping your car to see if it’s worth more than the average.
Tip: you can move this table side to side on mobile devices if required.
| Make & Model | August Average | September Average | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus | €281 | €242 | -14% |
| Volkswagen Golf | €280 | €241 | -14% |
| Opel Astra | €265 | €243 | -8% |
| Volkswagen Passat | €323 | €282 | -13% |
| Ford Mondeo | €325 | €281 | -14% |
Check out previous scrap car price updates >
To find out how much your scrap car is worth, just enter your reg and Eircode into our online form. We may ask you some simple questions about the condition of your car to help us get you the top price. All quotes are valid for 7 days, so if prices decrease, you’ll still get the best value for your scrap car!
