Dismantling cars and recycling spare parts - if there is nothing left, the only way out is destruction!

Broken, rusty, completely lost - sooner or later, every car ends its service life. When repair costs outweigh replacement costs, carefree driving is over. This does not mean that you cannot make money from your car. Repairs, repairs and sales may not be possible, but replacement parts can bring in a significant amount of money. And now it's time to scrap the car!

The legal side of car recycling

Dismantling and disposal of an old car is the business of an authorized treatment plant (ATF), i.e. professional . Cars contain many toxic substances that require professional removal. ATF has the necessary systems and equipment.

At the same time, no one can tell the car owner what to do with his property. . If you decide to take your car apart in your home garage and sell the parts, you will not be legally prevented from doing so. If this results in car wreckage piling up in the driveway, a visit from the local authorities will take several days. This is especially true for vehicles parked in a public place. You will receive a warning, after which the cars will be evacuated.

Municipal authorities tend to spend a lot of time and effort tracking down their last owners, who will be held accountable for towing, storage and disposal.

Car recycling: expired registration certificate

MOT inspection is a turning point in the life of the car. Recent vehicle inspection increases the value of the car by at least 500 euro. The MOT certificate sometimes even leads to an increase in the cost of 1000 euro. When a car doesn't get serviced, its value plummets. . Vehicles that are no longer subject to inspection are usually so old that they are no longer worth repairing.

This has its own advantage: the aging process of cars of one generation is relatively synchronous. This is especially true for cars manufactured over the past 20 years. Extremely long periods of production, say VW Beetle are a thing of the past, which means that in the event of a maintenance failure, you can safely assume that this applies to thousands of similar car models. All this points to potential customers.

If the damage is no longer in need of repair, the car body is the first thing that can be monetized: doors, trunk lids, front mirrors and side windows are in high demand, depending on the model. This applies especially to vehicles known for their susceptibility to rust . In this regard, mention should be made Mercedes models 1992 - 2015 release. Seriously injured otherwise unkillable C-class (W202) . Many of these beautiful, rugged vehicles crumble to dust. Having disassembled this car from fenders, doors and trunk lid intact , you will surely find a buyer for these parts. In the meantime, a real market has developed old mercedes models and even with moderate, but stillrepairable rust damage his skins find buyers.

Tip: sanding, puttying and priming significantly increase the sale value of these parts.

Front means cash in a scrap car

The front of almost every car is very much in demand: grille, headlights, bumpers, turn signals, hood and front fenders , as well as internal components such as radiator and its body-bolted mounts are in high demand. The reason is simple: these vulnerable parts are the first to be damaged in the event of an accident. As long as the base frame is not bent, these used parts can be used to repair a vehicle with minor damage.Lamps are the weak point. Clear glass headlights , which came into fashion 15 years ago, are now starting to show their Achilles heel: they get dim. Depending on the vehicle and its age, cloudy headlights can cause the vehicle to fail maintenance.

Tip: As long as the glass is intact, matte spots and scratches can be polished off. In mild cases, toothpaste and a kitchen towel are sufficient. In more severe cases, a polishing kit is required. Freshly polished and fully transparent headlights achieve great prices.

This is especially true for extremely expensive xenon headlights. Their installation and replacement is very simple. They are in high demand and can be easily sold, ideally in pairs.

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When selling individual engine parts, disassembly is not required. As long as the car starts adequately, two components are readily available: starter и generator.

Starter located at the top of the cylinder block. This is a cast iron box with two cables. The starter is attached with four bolts. It often has to be dug out from under a large amount of plastic and other components. Once removed, it can be easily stored until you find a buyer.

Just as easy to take off generator. Available fixed with three bolts. The alternator can be identified by the outgoing cables and the attached drive belt. If this is an old V-belt generator, then its disassembly is especially simple. To speed up the process, simply cut the belt. For alternators with V-ribbed belt, it is also recommended to remove the tensioner. They can be sold as a set.

Do not cut starter or alternator cables. Always leave the entire connection cable connected to the component. This greatly adds value.

The next easily accessible part is Control block , which is usually located behind the partition between the passenger compartment and the engine compartment. The control unit is an aluminum box with a connected multi-plug.

Turbocharger may also be of interest to buyers, since a new part is very expensive. Unfortunately, it is impossible to determine how long it has been in operation. Therefore, potential buyers of turbochargers are almost not averse, but you can always try.

EGR valve and intake manifold are easily removed. They must be thoroughly cleaned before sale. Displaying deposits and crusts is unlikely to attract buyers. К TNVD the same applies as for the turbocharger: they are in high demand, but their purchase remains risky. In any case: this part will still have to be removed if the vehicle is scrapped.

If you have time and energy left, you can withdraw cylinder head . When it comes to a popular car model, you might consider investing: A professionally rebuilt cylinder head with reground or replaced valves and a resurfaced pressure surface can cost several hundred pounds. . Do a little market research first. Removing the cylinder head is easier than taking the whole engine apart. If you're going for a scrap car, you can't avoid it.

Heart: engine block and gearbox

Find a used buyer engine block with gearbox not easy. The possibility of selling the engine and gearbox is highly dependent on the model. These parts cannot be checked after disassembly. On the other hand, engine gaskets and clutch cannot be easily repaired after disassembly of the drive. Through meticulous cleaning and a pre-arranged shipping solution ( palletizing and forwarding ) selling becomes much easier.

Inner cabin

Salon disposal depends on its appearance. Leather upholstery is more than just a set of seats. However, in intact, immaculate condition, with no bedsores, a simple interior set can fetch good money. Loading is somewhat tricky. Freight forwarding is the best solution in this case.

Demanded but Dangerous: Airbags

No one is allowed to disassemble airbag own car. However, it is dangerous and can be fatal. We recommend the help of a professional mechanic. Airbags are in high demand because they are very expensive as new parts. It is highly recommended not to install a used airbag as it is an important safety related part. The responsibility lies with the buyer, not the seller, if the latter does not offer a used airbag as a new part.

Wheels and radio

The entertainment system and wheels can also make money. Removing the wheels causes the junkyard to no longer roll.
Tip: Get cheap replacement wheels from the junkyard ahead of time. The car should only be able to roll onto a trailer. Anything that can be secured with two screws is good enough.

Car Recycling: Everything Else

Even if you were able to sell everything, you will have to get rid of the last remnants. The problem is that most salvage yards don't accept a disassembled car for free. Expect a car recycling fee of 100 euro in the case of a completely disassembled machine. The proceeds from the sale of spare parts can offset these costs.