Free car removal The Basin
1800 Salvage offers fast, reliable car removal in your local area across Melbourne and Victoria. Our leading cash-for-cars service makes selling unwanted, damaged or junk vehicles a breeze. Get a free quote today. We’ll tow your old car and pay cash within 24 hours.
Sell your vehicle
Tell us a bit about your vehicle and get a price.
How it works
Get a price
Sign digital paperwork
Get paid & we pick up
Instant cash for your unwanted car & free removal services on the same day
1800 Salvage’s team has decades of industry experience buying and repurposing salvage vehicles. Our car buyers specialise in seeing the value of everything from scooters and motorcycles to trucks, vans, fleet vehicles and machinery. No matter the damage done, we guarantee competitive cash prices based on the current market.
With the support of our reliable towing partners, we offer fast, free car removal services in the Knox local government area throughout the city, state and country. An extensive transport network enables us to collect any vehicle from any location within 24 hours.
We purchase vehicles from private car owners, insurers, panel-beating businesses and other commercial operations. So, if you have any old car or scrap truck taking up valuable space on your property, we can arrange for same-day removal and instant cash payment.
Contact our friendly cash-for-car experts today for a free quote.
We pay cash for cars & all vehicles
1800 Salvage’s cash-for-cars The Basin service makes selling your unwanted or scrap vehicle hassle-free. Our team handles everything, so you don’t have to worry. Simply fill in our easy online form to get a generous cash offer, and we’ll take it from there.
- 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.
Cash for cars of all conditions
Sell any damaged, unwanted scrap car The Basin
1800 Salvage pays top cash for everything from accident-damaged cars, scrap trucks to vintage motorcycles. We partner with salvage businesses, including recycling and car wrecking companies, auction houses and restoration specialists. This ensures your vehicle is recycled, repurposed or reconditioned in an environmentally friendly way.
With our streamlined service, you don’t need to worry about time wasters, administrative costs, or even the headache of roadworthy certificates.
Free removal services within 24 hours
Why put up with the eyesore of scrap cars taking up valuable space on your property when our free car removal service can take them off your hands today?
Our vast network of highly experienced tow truck drivers operates throughout Melbourne, Victoria and interstate. We can tow your old car or scrap truck from anywhere without you having to reschedule your day.
Cash for cars in all conditions
We buy and responsibly salvage all of
The Basin
unwanted vehicles. These include:
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.
We operate throughout Victoria and Australia
Our car removal specialists have the skills and experience to tow any vehicle from any location. Whether in a multi-storey parking building in Melbourne’s central business district or stuck on a remote regional road, we’ll safely and efficiently remove your unwanted car.
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Paperwork requirements
We need a copy of the vehicle owner’s driver’s licence and the digitally signed contract of sale complete. Let us know your car’s location and bank account details. Then, we’ll handle the rest.
What we need for a quote
Our experienced appraisers need as much information as possible for an accurate quote. Send us photos of your vehicle’s interior, exterior and damage, as well as its VIN, make and model.
The day of your car removal
Our towing team will be in contact to arrange a convenient time for your old car removal. If there is no barrier to your vehicle, you don’t need to be present for pickup.
Recent purchases
Honda
Cars
Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria
With some slight dents and scratches around the body, this 05 Jazz in good working order and was no longer needed as the spare car.
Audi
Cars
Rowville, Victoria
Towed to the mechanics with a blown engine by the owner, 1800 Salvage picked it up the next business day to save any further towing and storage costs.
Mazda
Cars
Bayswater, Victoria
Purchased with medium-impact front end damage. This vehicle was a repairable write-off.
We Purchased this one out of a Towing Depot in Melbourne's South East, we helped the customer settle their towing fee's and towed the vehicle out the next day, saving from any unnecessary fees.
Sell your car for cash
Get a price
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)
Getting the best cash offer on your junk automobile
1800 Salvage’s car buyers closely follow automotive industry trends and guarantee the best price in the current market. We pride ourselves on being honest and transparent at every stage. If you have any questions, our friendly team are happy to help.
For the highest cash offer on your old car or unwanted vehicle, please let us know the following:
- Make and model
- Condition and damage
- Vehicle age
- Exterior photos from all angles & interior photos
- Odometer reading
We buy all brands
Selling a Mercedes Benz or Mazda cars? Our cash-for-cars service buys all makes and models.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, 1800 Salvage is a fully licenced car dealer. We can, however, also provide purchase offers on anything with a motor! So, whether you’ve got a fleet of outdated Isuzu trucks, old motorbikes or recreational vehicles, we can help.
No. We only buy whole vehicles. We’re happy to estimate the car parts or scrap metal you have. If you like, our team can also connect you with car wreckers nearby so you can dispose of your parts sustainably.
All 1800 Salvage offers on vehicles are firm and not negotiable. However, please let us know if you believe we have missed something in our quoting stage.
Not at all. Please remove the number plates from scrap vehicles and cancel them with Vic Roads.
We pay upon vehicle collection. Our reputable transport providers confirm your vehicle’s condition first.
Yes. Please provide us with all of the receipts from your upgrades to verify, and we will consider these in the quoting process.
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Written by
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.
Get in touch for friendly advice
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.
