Canberra Car Owner's Guide: When to Repair, When to Wreck (and get top cash!)
Hey everyone,
Saw a few people asking about getting rid of an old, damaged, or unregistered car in the Canberra area. Dealing with a junk car can be a real headache, but it doesn't have to be!
As a local player in the auto recycling space (we're ACT Cash for Car), I wanted to share a quick checklist we use to help people decide if wrecking is the right call:
Is the repair cost more than the car's value? If you're spending thousands to fix an old clunker, getting a fair cash offer and moving on is often the smarter financial move.
Is it unregistered or a hassle to move? A good Canberra auto wreckers service should always offer FREE removal or towing from anywhere in the ACT. Don't pay to get rid of your car!
Is it taking up valuable space? That rusted hulk in the driveway or garage could be instantly converted into cash and a clean space.
We offer top dollar for cars in any condition—old, damaged, scrap, running, or not. We also ensure all fluids and metals are recycled responsibly here in the ACT.
If you have a question about the process, what paperwork you need, or what your car might be worth, feel free to ask me here or get a free, no-obligation quote from our team. We aim to be the easiest cash-for-car service in Canberra.
Visit for more info: https://actcashforcar.com.au/car-wrecker-canberra/