No two cars are valued the same. Here's what goes into the offer:
- Make, model, and year
- Overall condition — bodywork, mechanical, interior
- Whether the car is complete (catalytic converter, engine, wheels intact)
- Demand for used parts from that particular model
- Scrap metal and recycling value — steel, aluminium and non-ferrous components all contribute
- Location and access for our tow truck, including distance from Brisbane for Sunshine Coast pickups
Queensland is currently the fastest-expanding state for used car transactions in Australia, a trend continuing strongly through 2026. Rising costs of new vehicles are driving more Australians toward used cars, which keeps demand strong for parts salvage and recycling. Scrap metal values in 2026 are at higher levels than in recent years. Non-ferrous metals like aluminium and copper are highly valuable, meaning catalytic converters, wiring, and engine components heavily influence a car's recycling value. Global demand for recycled metal and current exchange rates support recycler margins, meaning complete cars with all parts intact tend to attract better offers than stripped shells. What your car is worth depends on metal markets, parts demand, and recycling value — all of which move over time. Call for a current quote.
For Sunshine Coast vehicles, distance from our Brisbane base is also a factor in our offer. We're always upfront about this — call and we'll tell you exactly what we can offer and why.
For a general guide to scrap car pricing in SE Queensland, see our scrap car price guide.