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Oil leak Slight judder when idle sometimes Sometimes knocking sound could be due to low oil last time I put oil in it stopped I don't want to touch it again as I don't know what's wrong  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Vauxhall
Model: Astra
Mileage: 102,039 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: White
Doors: 5 Doors

Offering a Mini One for spares or repairs. This 2002 model has a potential gearbox issue, specifically with the first gear. The car has been garaged for the past two years and requires  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: MINI
Model: Hatch One
Mileage: 88,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: Silver
Doors: 3 Doors

For sale: Hyundai i40 Tourer/Estate. The car is generally in good condition, except for some damage to the rear bumper. It is a 2013 model with a Cam Chain and only £35 annual tax  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Hyundai
Model: i40
Mileage: 225,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Estate
Color: Silver
Doors: 5 Doors

Cat S. Vehicle recorded in 2018. Hence spares and repairs. Please no offers, its priced for spares and repairs, its £3,000. If you want to ask about the best price you will waste your  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: BMW
Model: 5 Series
Mileage: 104,093 miles
Body: Saloon
Color: Black
Doors: 4 Doors
Seats: 5 Seats

Selling as spares repair, no mot, no key. Citroen C3 Desire 1.4 petrol 5 door hatchback 2006. Low mileage 76k ulez comp. Car was running great before key lost. Full v5 Engine code KFV  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Citroen
Model: C3
Mileage: 76,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: Black
Fuel: Petrol

Cat n none runner good engine ideal to stripped or repaired car located in Oldbury would need to be towed. 07479304705..  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Fiesta
Mileage: 119,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: Red
Doors: 3 Doors

58 reg Mazda 2, for spares or repair. Been stood for over a year after minor front end damage. Cracking little car before that. Too good to scrap, not enough time or skill to repair  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Mazda
Model: Mazda2
Mileage: 73,829 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: Red
Doors: 5 Doors

BMW 750LI full option. PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION. Spare Repair. Engine has a slight misfire and left back side has a dent! The car run and drive! Log book present, Mot till February  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: BMW
Model: 7 Series
Mileage: 87,000 miles
Transmission: Semi-Automatic
Body: Saloon
Color: Grey
Doors: 4 Doors

PRIVATE PLATE HAS BEEN REMOVED. Have log book here. Is a lovely car but needs tlc. Bodywork not the best but expected of this age car. Starts and drives but needs attention, engine  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Audi
Model: RS5
Mileage: 130,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Coupe
Color: Black
Doors: 2 Doors

Mini cooper 1.6, had loads spent on it but now stater has died and I give up. Breaking for spares, everything available drop a message.  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: MINI
Model: Hatch Cooper
Mileage: 103,000 miles
Year: 2007

Ford, FOCUS, Hatchback, 2012, Manual, 998 (cc), 5 doors. This is a NON-RUNNER, DOES NOT START. Selling as spares and repairs. Sold as seen. Need it gone ASAP. No time wasters please  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Focus
Mileage: 99,745 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: White
Doors: 5 Doors

SELLING AS SPARES OR REPAIR DUE TO REAR AXLE CORROSION.. mot till October superb runner new clutch and brakes a few months ago, carbon bonnet worth £600 if new.. mint alloys..new axl  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Honda
Model: Civic
Mileage: 135,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: Blue
Doors: 5 Doors

Still runs but has oil leak, oil cap blown off so would advise repairs before driving. **SPARES OR REPAIR** Rear passenger door won't open so needs lock replaced. I have a new car so  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Vauxhall
Model: Zafira
Mileage: 118,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: MPV
Color: Silver
Doors: 5 Doors

Same as photo. Damaged on nsr left rear wing/ quarter panel, no damaged on wheel or axel. Starts and drive mot, road tax and insured. Can drive back to home. Mot to 22 Sep 2023  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Renault
Model: Megane
Mileage: 90,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Coupe
Color: Grey
Doors: 3 Doors

Spares Or Repair.*Cranks But Doesn’t Start* No Silly Offers - Sold As Seen. Reverse Parking Sensors, Heated Seats, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors, 6 Speed Manual, Multi Functional  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: BMW
Model: 3 Series
Mileage: 100,000 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Saloon
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 2008

A great looking VW Golf in midnight blue. MOT passed in January 2023 with new rear suspension arms fitted and exhaust bracket replaced. Front tyres replaced in December 2022, rear tyres  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Golf
Mileage: 115,122 miles
Transmission: Semi-Automatic
Body: Hatchback
Color: Blue
Doors: 5 Doors

2L diesel. D4-D. Previa. Car has been well maintained and regularly serviced. Unfortunately engine has worn out. Engine is end of life, knocking from bottom. Possibly oil pump worn  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Toyota
Model: Previa
Mileage: 216,452 miles
Body: MPV
Color: Silver
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 2006

Audi Q7 3.0 V6 TDI S Line Quattro. Spares or repair. Sold as seen.2011 Facelift Model. Metallic Silver.96k mileage. Car has oil pump issues hence non runner This will need to be replaced  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Audi
Model: Q7
Mileage: 96,000 miles
Transmission: Semi-Automatic
Body: Estate
Color: Silver
Doors: 5 Doors

A great looking VW Golf in midnight blue. MOT passed in January 2023 with new rear suspension arms fitted and exhaust bracket replaced. Front tyres replaced in December 2022, rear tyres  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Golf
Mileage: 115,122 miles
Transmission: Semi-Automatic
Body: Hatchback
Color: Blue
Doors: 5 Doors

Won’t start so needs new battery, also oil in coolant so suspected blown head gasket - will need to be collected.  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Audi
Model: A3
Mileage: 136,590 miles
Transmission: Manual
Body: Hatchback
Color: Red
Fuel: Diesel


Salvage cars are not the first thing someone on a hunt for a new vehicle in their garage will consider. Salvage cars are even not an option that crosses the mind of someone shopping for a vehicle on a strict budget, or someone looking for their first vehicle while working with a very limited budget. However, salvage cars is an option out there that is worth considering. It may not be the most common way to get a new vehicle or even start a business, but purchasing salvage cars can turn into success. All you need is knowing how to shop for salvage cars and here we are going to provide you with some very helpful tips and recommendations.

Why Salvage Cars?

Why salvage cars?
Why choose investing into salvage cars?

It is hard to imagine the world nowadays without a vehicle. The car has turned into an indispensable part of our everyday life, offering convenience, the basic comfort of being mobile, saving time. Unfortunately, buying a new vehicle is not an option for everyone and there are many people, who are in need of one in their lives, but even purchasing a second-hand car doesn’t cut it. Most of us have been there at one point in our lives, some of us are still struggling with figuring out how to save up a budget, but not many of us have ever considered the option salvage cars. Indeed, salvage cars are a practical and very budget-friendly way to own a vehicle and visiting the auctions for salvage cars will not cost you a penny. At least you can get an idea of what salvage cars are. Insurance companies deem salvage cars to be a total wreck and while we can agree that salvage cars are not the vehicle you can immediately ride away with, often just a bit of repair can bring salvage cars back on the road. Making salvage cars road-worthy vehicles can be a serious project you should be ready about. However, it is still worth considering this option. Salvage cars make for great project vehicles and if you know a thing or two about cars, salvage cars can turn into your next DIY project. Furthermore, salvage cars can turn into a successful business too as you can fix salvage cars for profit. The key thing is that you must know about the best way to shop for salvage cars.

Thorough Assessment of Damages of Salvage Cars

Why salvage cars?
Pre-purchase inspection of salvage cars damages

The majority of salvage cars you will spot on auctions are vehicles that have been through some sort of accident and this is the reason for their damage. No matter the reason for the damage, the car owner has once decided that the repair of a damaged car does not worth their time, energy, and investment and here is how the vehicles turn into salvage cars. Therefore, it is really important to make a thorough assessment of the condition and the damage of the salvage cars you are interested in. In fact, in most cases, the repair really does not worth your time, energy, and investment. However, there are some cases when salvage cars can surprise you and turn into a great deal. It is a good idea to bring a professional mechanic with you when looking for salvage cars, as a professional will be able to make a comprehensive assessment and evaluation if you are not able to tell the condition of the car. In case the damage affects critical components of the vehicle, this pretty much means a repair that will be too expensive to make sense for you to invest in salvage cars. Damages on the interior of the body of the car will be more desirable, but not necessarily worth the purchase too. Buying salvage cars for parts is always an option too, so make sure to check out the condition of the parts thoroughly.

Think as Salvage Cars Insurer

Think as salvage cars insurer
Salvage cars: Into the shoes of an insurer

Obviously, there is a reason why a car insurer will title vehicles as salvage cars. The main reason is that an insurer will understand that repairing the car will cost more than the value of the car itself. Therefore, when you are looking for salvage cars, you need to do a bit of math before investing. There are some tips, in this case, you are recommended to follow. As an example, newer models of salvage cars are usually more heavily damaged, while older models of salvage cars are usually not that heavily damaged to the point that repair will cost more than the car’s value itself.

Salvage Cars May Come With Other Costs (Besides Repair)

Salvage cars may come with other costs (besides repair)
Consider additional costs related to salvage cars

It is clear that no matter the salvaged cars you decide to invest into, you will have to deal with some repairs and their costs. But this is not the only factor money-wise you want to consider when shopping for salvage cars. As an example, you will also have to pay for the car registration. You will also have to deal with finding a reliable insurance company that will be willing to cover vehicles that are already titled as salvage cars by other insurers. You should find a way to convince the insurance companies that newly restored and recovered salvage cars are as road-worthy and safe as other cars on the road.

Consider Market Prices for Salvage Cars

Consider market prices for salvage cars
Consider market value of salvage cars

In case you are planning to make repairing salvage cars and they re-selling them your business, you should also be aware of the price of repaired salvage cars on the market. Usually, restored salvage cars can cost no more than 60% of the price of the same car model by the same car brand.

Post-Purchase Inspection of Salvage Cars

Post-purchase inspection of salvage cars
Assessment: After the purchase of salvage cars

Now, you have thoroughly inspected the vehicle before buying it on the salvage cars auction, but the assessment of the vehicle’s condition does not have to stop here where you signed in the paperwork for purchasing it. Post-purchase inspection is as important as pre-purchase one, and you usually do that after all the repairs and/or rebuilding process. This is very important and the only way to make sure the vehicle can be registered with a clean title and get proper insurance coverage.

Why salvage cars?
Thorough assessment of damages of salvage cars
Think as salvage cars insurer
Salvage cars may come with other costs (besides repair)
Consider market prices for salvage cars
Post-purchase inspection of salvage cars