We’ve all seen it. That one car just sitting in a driveway, or along an empty road, slowly falling to the elements. Perhaps it’s that trusty old ute that’s been up north one too many times, the family wagon that didn’t quite make it home from its last encounter with the Kwinana Freeway, or even a first car you’ve simply priced off the road. It’s a common Perth sight. That car, once a symbol of pride and freedom, now occupies space, collects dust and is as much an eyesore as anything else.
What do you do? Selling it privately is a shit-storm of tyre-kickers and low-balls. After all, fixing it would be worth more than the car. To let it sit there seems like seeing an asset go to waste.
This is where a car wrecker would be the best guider. And here at WA Auto Parts, we’re of the view that when your vehicle is at the end of its life, it doesn’t need to be a headache – we are supporters of an easy, money-making and even eco-friendly solution. But for more than 15 years we have been assisting Perth locals in getting rid of their unwanted cars for instant cash.
Welcome to your ultimate guide. We’re going to peel back the curtain on the world of auto wrecking. Forget about those old stereotypes of cluttered, menacing junkyards. We’ll explain how professionals like us work, where you can benefit and gain insights about what you need to know to navigate it with confidence.
Section 1: So What Is A Car Wrecker Anyway?
Let’s clear things up. “Car wrecker”, “auto dismantler”, and “scrapyard” redirect here. These terms are also used to refer to, but with some important differences. Sure a backyard joint might simply want smashed cars for precious metal, but a professional such as us car wreckers and auto dismantler WA Auto Parts work on another level altogether.
We are like the recycling service of this automotive world. Our task is to recognise what’s valuable about every piece of a vehicle, long after it has stopped running.
So this is what a professional car wrecker actually does:
Buys End-of-Life Vehicles : We’ll give you good money for your old, wrecked, totalled or even just out-dated car and truck, SUVs, 4WDS, vans as well as dual cabs. Whether it’s running or not is irrelevant.
Strips for Parts: That’s what we do. Our professional staff examines each vehicle, checking for good working reuseable parts. Engines, transmissions, alternators, doors, mirrors, headlights and seats — you name it.
Sells Quality Second-hand Parts: Here at Perth Part, we are your one-stop shop for second hand car parts! By recycling these parts, we are able to offer a large inventory of cheap, reliable, used parts for mechanics and the average driver. It’s a win-win. You get paid for your car while someone else gets an affordable part to keep their ride going, without having to pay the high cost of brand new parts. We carry parts for most vehicles:
- Japanese: Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, etc.
- European: Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, etc.
- Australian: Holden, Ford.
- Korean: Hyundai, Kia.
- American: Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge.
- Recycles Raw Materials: After all usable parts are salvaged, the remaining shell of the car is processed for its raw materials. Hazardous fluids are safely drained and disposed of, and the metal is sent for recycling, ready to be used in new products.
So, when should you call us? The quick and easy answer is that it’s any time the car becomes more trouble than it’s worth. This could be because:
- It was in a crash and it has been written off.
- It would cost more to fix the car than it’s worth.
- It was failed by the Dept of Transport (DoT) test.
- It’s a “junk car” that has been there for years.
- You’ve moved on up, and your old car no longer fits your new life.
Step 2: Our Easy Process – How We Turn Your Clunker Into Cash in Four Simple Steps
We know you’re busy. The last thing you want is a long, complex process. Which is why after close to a decade and a half in business we’ve been able to streamline the process as much as possible in order to make it easy for people all across Perth.
Step 1: Get Your Free, No-Obligation Quote That’s the first place to begin. It’s as simple of sending a message to our friendly team.
Call Us: The fastest way to reach us is by calling (08) 9358 1392. You’ll be connected with a knowledgeable representative who can provide you with a quote in minutes.
Use Our Online Form: If you’d rather not call us, you can go directly to our site and complete the quote form.
We will request just a few easy pieces of information: your car’s make, model, year and a short honest description of its condition. Is it running? Is there major damage? The more details, the more accurate our offer will be. We’ll guarantee you a fair price, there’s no small print & we won’t waste your time with lowball offers.
Step 2: Time to plan your free car pick up Again, once you accept our offer, it’s all about taking that car off your hands. But don’t bother arranging for a tow truck — we’ve got that covered. We provide free car removal throughout all Perth metro.
We can coordinate a pickup time that works for your schedule with our knowledgeable team. Morning, afternoon, weekday, weekend—we’re flexible. You simply say where the car is, and we are there.’
Place 3: Get Your Car Ready to Say Goodbye Before our driver comes, you’ll just need to do a few tiny things:
De-Personalize: This is truly the first and most obvious step! Give the glove box, under the seats, in the boot and other storage compartments one more look. Search for personal documents, CDs, sunglasses, tools and E-tags. The car, when it’s gone, is gone for good.
Collect Your Paperwork: We’ll want to see evidence that you own the vehicle. We’ll judge the details of this in PART 4…
Take the License Plates: You must remove the plates yourself before your car is removed (in Western Australia, at least).
Next Step 4: The Handover and Instant Payment Our professional driver will come to you on your chosen day. They will promptly inspect the state of your vehicle, assist you in filling out the final paperwork and then — best part! — write a check. We pay you on the spot. No waiting for checks to clear, no fiddly bank transfers. Just cash in your hand, right then.
Then our driver will securely load your car onto our truck and that is it. And your old car problem is solved — and you have some money in your wallet.
Episode 3: What Is My Totaled Car Worth?
This is the question that everybody asks, and it depends. Whereas some services might pay a set, low rate for whatever car you have, we take each in individually and give you the best price. The price is based on a number of things:
Weight: A certain value for any end-of-life vehicle is derived from its weight as a scrap-metal item. Steel, aluminum and other materials are a commodity product with market price fluctuations, this is the basis of our offer.
Make, Model, and Year: This is where being a parts seller comes in handy. A popular model, such as a Toyota Hilux or a Hyundai i30, will have parts that are in demand. That is when your car becomes worth a lot more to us than if it was just an end-of-life vehicle.
Condition of the Salvageable Parts: This is the primary variable. Does it still have a good engine? Does the transmission work? Doors/Bonnet – Are the body panel in good condition? Even tiny components, such as alternators, starter motors and whole headlights are assets. A car that was running fine until a rear-ender is often worth ten times what one with a blown engine that has sat for five years can be salvaged for.
Completeness: Something that you can garage whole is worth more than something that has already been picked over and had major sections removed.
As we deal with a massive range of Japanese, European, Australian, Korean and American cars everything in between we know the autos parts market. This means we can look past a car’s true value in order to offer you that money back.
Chapter 4: The paperwork you need in Western Australia
Paperwork can be the most intimidating part of a task, but in WA this is relatively easy. Doing it correctly is vital to avoid the possibility that any legal liability, such as outstanding traffic fines, will remain in your name at a later date.
Here’s what you need to do:
Establish You Own It: You’ll have to provide our driver with your vehicle’s Certificate of Registration. That way we are certain that you are the legal owner. ID will also be needed for a Driver’s License.
Take Off The License Plates: Like we stated, you’ll need to take the front and back plates off the car before we send someone out to tow it.
Lodge a Notice of Disposal (Form MR9): This is the most important part. You must tell the WA Department of Transport (DoT) that you have sold the vehicle. This can be done online under your DoTDirect account, or by completing the MR9 form and lodging this at a DoT centre. This takes the car out of your name. We can inform you through that.
Return the Plates for a Refund: Bring the Plates to a DoT Driver and Vehicle Services Centre or regional agent. If there’s any registration remaining on your vehicle, you may be eligible for a refund.
Our team is here to help. For information on the paperwork (Fee bills, etc.) please don’t hesitate to ask. We do this every day and we can ensure that you play it correctly and easily.
Step 5: Hiring The Best Car Wrecker In Perth
And your car is still worth something and you should be able to deal with a professional, reputable company. Some qualities to look for in a good wrecker, and red flags to guard against.
Green Flags to Look For:
A License: A reliable wrecker should be licensed and if you are working with a legitimate company, it will most likely have insurance in place. That’s to protect you and make sure they play by the rules.
A Physical Address: A legitimate business has a physical location. WA Auto Parts is an actual physical Commercial Car Wreckers you can visit not just a dealer in the local paper.
Years of Experience: The first is that the longer a company stays around, the more reliable and satisfied its customers tend to be. We are the most trusted name in Perth with over 15 years in business.
Fair Quotes: What they quote is what they pay. Reliable wreckers will offer solid, transparent quotes.
Free Towing: No doubt, towing is a given. I would steer clear of any company that tries to charge for removal, or tacks on hidden fees.”
Good Reviews: Find out what others are saying in Perth. Positive reviews are a great sign of good service.
Red Flags to Avoid:
Bait and Switch Quotes: Over quoting on the phone upon arriving dropping significantly due to all kinds of excuses around the vehicle condition.
Pressure Tactics: Pressuring you to make a quick decision or inducing guilt to accept a low offer.
Cash Only, No Paperwork: A wrecker who doesn’t care to do things properly is cutting corners and that will come back on you as the legal owner of the car.
We suggest ringing around few but be certain you ring WA Auto Parts on (08) 9358 1392. We hope that we provide a top class service to compete with those offering these incredible hourly prices.
Part 6: Our Promise for a Greener Perth
What happens to your car, once it leaves your driveway, matters. Selecting a professional wrecker service, is also an eco-friendly decision. We are an environmentally responsible organisationand here at WA Auto Parts we work hard to protect and preserve the environment.
The depollution and recycling process we apply to each and every car:
Fluid Evacuation: All harmful fluids, such as motor oil, coolant, transmission fluid and gasoline are drained and stored in approved containers for later disposal or recycling.
Salvaged Components: As described, we carefully dismantle and inventory every part that can be salvaged to minimize waste and the requirements of new production.
Scrapped Material: After the car’s shell has been taken, crushed and sent to a metal recycling plant. There, it is shredded and strong magnets and sensors pull out the steel, aluminum and other metals to be melted down and used again.
As much as 95% of a typical car can be recycled. When you purchase from WA Auto Parts – You’re contributing to reducing polluting our beautiful Western Australian environment, saving unnecessary waste going in landfill and recycle instead of squandering precious natural resources.
Conclusion: A Smart End For Your Car’s Journey
There’s no reason that cast-off car has to be a pain. It’s an opportunity. An opportunity to clear your space, put instant cash in your pocket and make an eco-friendly choice. It’s a lot easier than you might be imagining, especially when you have a team on your side that appreciates you as well as your asset.
At WA Auto Parts, we have a strong understanding of how essential it is to locate the most relevant and effective auto parts. We appreciate the worth in every car, and we’re here to help you unlock it.
Are you ready to say so long to your old car and hello to a fatter wallet?
Why not call our friendly Perth staff today for your free quote – no obligation! Call us now on (08) 9358 1392