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Instant cash & free car removal services for any unwanted car in South Melbourne

1800 Salvage makes selling all broken down or unwanted cars, trucks, vans, motorcycles, machinery or boats stress-free and easy. As a nationwide auto salvage and car removal company, our experts guarantee competitive cash prices on every vehicle, whatever its condition.

Our seamless digital process and excellent customer service save you time, money and the headache of private sales. Simply fill in our easy online form for an accurate market price within minutes. 

1800 Salvage’s experienced professionals will work with you to finalise all paperwork, dispatch a tow truck immediately, and pay cash directly into your bank account via a secure Osko transfer. It’s that quick and easy!

Call us today for the best cash offer on your South Melbourne unwanted or scrap car.

South Melbourne’s trusted salvage car buyers

As part of our outstanding South Melbourne service, we’ll support you at every stage of the car-selling process. Our highly skilled assessors see the value in every vehicle and do their best to put more money in your pocket.

  • No price ceiling for the amount of cash we'll pay for your car
  • Free towing from your residence or business
  • We offer car removals for all makes, models, ages and conditions.
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Cash for cars of all conditions

We pay cash for any junk car, truck or motorcycle

1800 Salvage buys all vehicles, from trucks, machinery, bikes, and vans to cars Melbourne-wide.  We guarantee competitive prices whether your vehicle is in pristine condition, mechanically damaged, old and rusty or a complete write-off.

We buy from private car owners, insurance companies, commercial businesses and government departments. Just send us some photos and general information, so we can give you a top cash offer and organise free towing today.

Same-day free car removal service 

Our South Melbourne cash-for-cars service provides free scrap car removal throughout the city and beyond. Between our experienced tow truck drivers and trusted transport partners, we can remove anything from your broken-down car to a fleet of commercial trucks. 

We schedule the removal of unwanted vehicles for the same or the next business day. Once our towing specialist has confirmed your vehicle’s location and condition, we’ll transfer an instant payment into your selected bank account via Osko.

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Cash for cars in any condition

Vehicle salvage made easy

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Fast, easy towing

We offer fast and convenient towing for your salvage vehicle, including same-day collection or bookings at a time that suits you.

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Competitive prices

Our operating costs are competitive, so we can give you a better price when you sell your vehicle, and we don't charge for towing.

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Convenience

Auto salvage doesn't have to be difficult. We offer a fast, simple service to help you sell your vehicle with ease.

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Customer service

Our team is friendly, and we work hard to ensure your experience is fast, convenient, and hassle-free.

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Free towing service city, state & nationwide

Our free car removals operate anytime and anywhere. Whether you’ve had an accident in Melbourne’s central business district, need towing from an apartment garage or a back country road, we’ll be there promptly.

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1800 Salvage make it easy

Simple online quote form, same day free quote, instant cash transfer and free car removal, 1800 Salvage does it all. We will take care of all the paperwork and you don’t even need to be home for the car removal.

  • Free purchase quotes (Weigh up your options)
  • Australia wide service
  • Money in your account via OSKO
  • We buy early and late model cars
  • Licenced motor car trader (LMCT: 12082)
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Maximise the value of your scrap car

Our team of auto salvage specialists can quickly evaluate vehicles based on their features and market demand. We pride ourselves on always offering our best cash with no pricing games. 

We have an extensive partner network includes car wrecking companies, restoration specialists and auction houses. They enable us to offer competitive prices due to high demand and ensure your old car gets repurposed or reused sustainably. 

Send us photos of the following:

  • Make and model
  • Condition and damage
  • Vehicle age
  • Exterior photos from all angles & interior photos
  • Odometer reading

Best cash offers on any brand

From Mercedes Benz to Ford, we pay top dollar for anything once roadworthy.

Abarth
Abarth
Cars
Electric
Prestige
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Aston Martin
Aston Martin
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Audi
Audi
Cars
Classic
Prestige
BMW
BMW
Cars
Classic
Motorbikes
Prestige
Bentley
Bentley
Cars
Classic
Prestige
CUPRA
CUPRA
Cars
Chevrolet
Chevrolet
Cars
Classic
Trucks
Utes
Chrysler
Chrysler
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Citroen
Citroen
Cars
Dodge
Dodge
Cars
Classic
Utes
Ferrari
Ferrari
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Fiat
Fiat
Cars
Classic
Vans
Camper Trailer
Ford
Ford
Caravans + RV's
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Trucks
Utes
Vans
Camper Trailer
Foton
Foton
Cars
Trucks
Utes
GWM Ora
GWM Ora
Cars
Great Wall
Great Wall
Cars
Utes
Haval
Haval
Cars
Holden
Holden
Cars
Utes
Honda
Honda
Cars
Motorbikes
Hummer
Hummer
Cars
Hyosung
Hyosung
Cars
Motorbikes
Trucks
Hyundai
Hyundai
Cars
Machinery
Trucks
Vans
Camper Trailer
Infiniti
Infiniti
Cars
Jaguar
Jaguar
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Jeep
Jeep
Cars
Kia
Kia
Cars
LDV
LDV
Cars
Lamborghini
Lamborghini
Cars
Prestige
Land Rover
Land Rover
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Lexus
Lexus
Cars
Prestige
Leyland Mini
Leyland Mini
Cars
MG
MG
Cars
Classic
Maserati
Maserati
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Mazda
Mazda
Cars
Classic
Utes
McLaren
McLaren
Cars
Classic
Motorbikes
Prestige
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
Caravans + RV's
Cars
Classic
Motorbikes
Prestige
Vans
Camper Trailer
Mini
Mini
Cars
Classic
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi
Cars
Motorbikes
Trucks
Nissan
Nissan
Cars
Classic
Electric
Machinery
Prestige
Trucks
Utes
Vans
Camper Trailer
Peugeot
Peugeot
Cars
Porsche
Porsche
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Renault
Renault
Caravans + RV's
Cars
Classic
Vans
Camper Trailer
Rolls Royce
Rolls Royce
Cars
Classic
Prestige
Saab
Saab
Cars
Classic
Skoda
Skoda
Cars
Subaru
Subaru
Cars
Suzuki
Suzuki
Cars
Machinery
Tesla
Tesla
Cars
Classic
Electric
Prestige
Toyota
Toyota
Caravans + RV's
Cars
Classic
Machinery
Utes
Vans
Camper Trailer
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Caravans + RV's
Cars
Classic
Utes
Vans
Camper Trailer
Volvo
Volvo
Boats
Cars
Classic
Machinery
Prestige
Trucks
daihatsu
daihatsu
Cars
Vans
Camper Trailer
ssangYoung
ssangYoung
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Frequently asked questions

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Does 1800 Salvage buy car parts too?

No, only whole vehicles. However, we’re happy to provide an estimate for old or scrap car parts and even connect you with nearby car wreckers to dispose of your spare parts sustainably.

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Can I sell an old car on behalf of a deceased estate?

If you are the will’s executor and have all the necessary paperwork to sell, our South Melbourne car buyers can offer quick cash today.

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How long are 1800 Salvage’s purchase quotes valid for?

All quotes are valid for 14 days. However, if you need an extension, we can reassess it later.

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Why is it safer to deal with a licenced motor car dealer?

Business licencing Australia regulates all licenced motor car dealers. Our highly regarded South Melbourne cash-for-cars service strictly complies with these licensing rules to ensure your transactions, identification and personal data are protected. Be careful if dealing with car-buying companies that aren’t licenced, as it is often a scam.

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Does my damaged vehicle need a roadworthy for you to buy it?

Our car buyers in South Melbourne regularly purchase unroadworthy and unregistered cars and other vehicles. This way, you save time and money compared to selling privately, which needs an up-to-date roadworthy certificate.

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What does 1800 Salvage do to stay environmentally conscious?

Our South Melbourne service is environmentally beneficial as unused vehicles emit pollution into the air. Every car recycled through us gets de-polluted. Through our nationwide partners, we ensure all vehicles are reused or recycled. This is also very important, as it takes a lot of oil and plastics to create brand-new parts. 

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Doug Whiffin

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About
Doug Whiffin

Doug began his career in the automotive industry at age 18. He has worked in several dealerships and has since become an expert valuer buyer. Doug serves a broad spectrum of clients including car dealerships, independent dealers, automotive wholesalers, and automotive salvage dealers, helping sellers obtain top cash for their unwanted cars. Additionally, he seamlessly transitions into the role of second-in-command manager in the general manager's absence, showcasing his proactive nature and leadership skills.

Doug began his career in the automotive industry at age 18. He has worked in several dealerships and has since become an expert valuer buyer. Doug serves a broad spectrum of clients including car dealerships, independent dealers, automotive wholesalers, and automotive salvage dealers, helping sellers obtain top cash for their unwanted cars. Additionally, he seamlessly transitions into the role of second-in-command manager in the general manager's absence, showcasing his proactive nature and leadership skills.

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Whether you want to buy or sell salvage vehicles, we are here to help. Get in touch and we will get back to you soon with the information you need.

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