At 1800 Salvage, we make it easy to sell your salvage vehicle. Check out some of the vehicles we've purchased recently and get an idea of what your vehicle may be worth.
Holden
Cars
Aside from a few minor interior and exterior scratches, the Holden sustained no significant damage.
Hartleigh
Boats
This vessel had been inactive for a long time, resulting in engine failure and extensive wood rot.
Land Rover
Cars
The Land Rover was being held at a storage yard due to an accident. In addition to paying for storage fees, the owner also had to decide whether to sell or repair the vehicle. It was decided that disposing was the more economically feasible option.
Isuzu
Trucks
The owner stopped using their truck and allowed the registration to lapse. Afterward, the owner finally decided to take action regarding the vehicle.
Volkswagen
Cars
This Volkswagen had been unused for over a year and would require maintenance and servicing to be roadworthy. Due to its age, the owner decided to get quotes for selling and repairing before investing in any work, and ultimately chose to sell the car.
Holden
Cars
This Holden Captiva had an engine 'head knock', indicating serious underlying mechanical issues, which prompted the owner to sell.
Kawasaki
Motorbikes
After the motorcycle was stolen, the thief damaged it. When the owner got the bike back, they couldn't bear to see it and wanted to get rid of it quickly.
Mitsubishi
Utes
Before the clutch failed, the ute was driving well.
Nissan
Utes
Aside from the faulty power steering, this ute was driving well.
Toyota
Cars
This Land Cruiser experienced mechanical issues that the owner refused to pay to repair.
Jeep
Cars
This Jeep needs an engine rebuild or replacement and is very difficult to drive, as it does not run well. The owner decided the repair costs were not worthwhile, so they sold it.
Ford
Cars
This Ford Falcon was kept in very good condition and had been running well for 31 years by its owner. However, the fuel line was damaged on the underside after the filter, causing the car to stop running.
Subaru
Cars
This Subaru was well-maintained. After the head gasket failed, the owner decided that continuing maintenance was no longer worthwhile.
Vespa
Motorbikes
The scooter was in an accident. The front panels were damaged and have been replaced with foam and tape; the front suspension still has slightly low pressure.
LDV
Vans
The insurance company classified the van as a repairable write-off. However, the owner was unhappy with the insurance payout and the lengthy timeframe for the vehicle's removal from the mechanic, who was charging daily storage fees. As a result, they sought faster alternatives.
Toyota
Cars
Before the engine failed, this vehicle was well maintained.
Skoda
Cars
This Skoda began having gearbox problems, leading the owner to sell since repair costs exceeded its value.
Subaru
Cars
There was nothing wrong with this car. The owner had simply upgraded to a new vehicle and couldn't be bothered to deal with the hassle of selling it privately.
Toyota
Cars
Before the front-on collision, this vehicle was operating normally.
Quintrex
Boats
As the owner became too old to enjoy boat adventures, they decided to sell it in hopes that someone else would appreciate the vessel.
Holden
Utes
The rear mufflers of this ute were rusted, and the catalytic converter was clogged. Additionally, the engine was wearing out, and the battery needed to be replaced. Since the owner was in the process of moving homes, selling the vehicle was a more feasible option as the cost of repairs and maintenance was unaffordable.
Ford
Cars
The gearbox has stopped working. Since the repair costs exceed its value, the owner decided it was not worth investing in the car.
Haval
Cars
The owner experienced a car accident and, since their insurance policy didn't cover at-fault accidents, the repair costs were too high to pay out of pocket, leading the owner to sell the vehicle.
Land Rover
Cars
When the timing belt of this Range Rover broke, the engine was unable to start, prompting the owner to sell the vehicle.
Honda
Cars
When the owner discovered the car was leaking engine oil, they decided to sell it.
Audi
Cars
This Audi's cylinder had blown, and the engine rebuild was not economically feasible, so the owner decided to sell.
Royal Enfield
Motorbikes
This motorcycle was stolen and later recovered with the headlight and ignition tampered. Since the owner was relocating overseas soon, they needed to sell it quickly.
Kia
Cars
There was nothing wrong with this Kia. The owner was selling because they had upgraded to a new vehicle.
Audi
Cars
After the Audi's battery went flat, the owner jump-started it. Unfortunately, it lost its charge again after 10 days. The owner didn't want to deal with the hassle or cost of replacing the battery, so they decided to sell the car.
CFMoto
Motorbikes
This CFMoto had been unused for years and was unregistered. The owner no longer had any use for the bike and wanted to sell it.
Ford
Cars
Prior to the owner's passing, the Falcon was in pristine condition. However, during the deceased estate battle, the Ford remained idle, resulting in a dead battery.
Lexus
Cars
The Lexus had a head gasket leak in the internal combustion engine, which led the owner to decide to sell the car.
Ford
Utes
The ute had a cracked cylinder head that was repairable and hadn't been started in a couple of months. Consequently, the battery died. As Ford became an eyesore, the owner decided to let it go.
Mazda
Cars
This Mazda experienced a transmission issue but was still operational. Since the owner rarely drove, the vehicle hadn't been started for about 6 months.
Ford
Utes
After using the vehicle exclusively for work, the owner decided to retire it due to the need for a new battery, windscreen, and front bumper.
Kawasaki
Motorbikes
The motorcycle was stolen two years ago. When the owner finally got it back, it had various dents and scratches, panels replaced with cheap plastic ones, and bent brake levers. The owner could not bear to see the Kawasaki in its poor state, so they decided to let it go.
Volkswagen
Cars
This Tiguan had turbo issues, so the owner decided to sell it instead of repairing the vehicle.
Suzuki
Motorbikes
This Suzuki was an abandoned old project bike, sitting in the owner's garage. It had not been ridden for over three years, resulting in a dead battery. As it continued to accumulate dust and take up space, the owner decided it was time to let it go.
Hyundai
Cars
The engine of this Hyundai stopped working because the crankshaft bearings failed.
Toyota
Cars
This RAV4 had minor mechanical issues that were easily fixable and not expensive. However, the owner was moving overseas soon and had no time for private selling, so they searched for quicker alternatives.
Holden
Cars
There was nothing wrong with the Holden Cruze; the owner simply wanted to free up their driveway to make room for a new vehicle.
Toyota
Cars
There were a few scratches on the right back side, but this RAV4 was mechanically sound. The owner simply wanted to sell because they had no need for the vehicle.
BMW
Cars
Apart from front body damage, there were no mechanical issues with this BMW. The owner simply wanted to get rid of it before its value greatly depreciated.
Cupra
Prestige
After the mechanic determined that this Cupra was a repairable write-off, the owner decided it wasn't worthwhile to repair the vehicle. Unhappy with the payout from the insurance company, the owner sought other options.
Stejcraft
Boats
Despite being unused for four years, the boat was still functional. The owner decided to sell it to free up space in the driveway.
BMW
Cars
The pulley in front of the engine has broken off, causing the drive belt to come off. As a result, the owner has decided to sell the BMW.
Jeep
Cars
This Jeep's engine light was on, causing misfiring and preventing the car from running.
Hyundai
Cars
The owner attempted to trade the Hyundai at the dealership but was turned away. They were told the vehicle could only be accepted if repairs were made, so the owner sought alternatives.
Audi
Cars
This Audi's engine was not running. After learning that the cost to replace it exceeded the car's value, the owner decided to sell.
Ford
Utes
Besides some minor cosmetic damage, there is only a small amount of interior wear and tear. The ute is still drivable but is no longer required by the owner.
Ducati
Classic
This vintage motorcycle had minor cosmetic issues that were fixable, but the owner decided to sell it instead.
Fiat
Cars
As the owner was relocating overseas, they decided to sell with us for speed and convenience, rather than selling privately for a lower price.
Toyota
Cars
This Toyota was well-maintained, but when it needed new engine mounts and front shocks, the owner decided to sell.
Mazda
Cars
There was nothing wrong with the Mazda. The owner barely drove it and decided it wasn't worth keeping due to registration costs.
Mitsubishi
Cars
There were no issues with this Mitsubishi; however, the registration was expiring, and the owner decided to sell it because they had upgraded to a new car.
Nissan
Cars
A decision was made to sell the Nissan after the mechanic informed the owner that there was too much work needed to get the car roadworthy.
LDV
Vans
This LDV had front quarter damage from an accident, which resulted in it being written off by the insurance company. The owner searched around for better deals after the insurance payout was too low.
BMW
Prestige
After the fancy BMW was declared a repairable write-off, the owner considered whether to repair or sell it, ultimately choosing the latter option.
Kawasaki
Motorbikes
Other than an electrical issue, this motorcycle was in good shape and had no other mechanical problems. The owner didn't attempt to sell it privately because they were moving overseas soon.
BMW
Cars
This high-end vehicle had a number of mechanical problems. Despite spending a lot of money to fix the issues, the repair costs kept piling up and seemed never-ending for the owner. Frustrated, the owner wanted to sell it as soon as possible.
Glastron
Boats
The Glastron still starts and runs, but it hasn't been in the water for 18 months. The owner wanted to get rid of the boat because they were not using it.
Hyundai
Cars
The owner has not driven much in the last 12 months, so they did not have much need for it and decided that selling was a better option.
Ford
Cars
The owner had replaced various parts whenever there were issues with the Ford; however, after 6 months, the system comms fault kept appearing. The owner did not want to spend more money after recently servicing it.
Toyota
Utes
The brakes failed, so the owner decided to sell the ute.
Mazda
Cars
Aside from a minor engine leak, the Mazda had no other issues. Despite its value exceeding the repair cost, the owner decided to sell it after upgrading to a new vehicle.
Great Wall
Utes
This ute still runs, but it has recently started overheating on long trips. However, when idle, it does cool down.
BMW
Cars
This luxury car experienced a blown valve. After weighing the options between a repair and selling, the owner chose the latter.
Bayliner
Boats
The Bayliner had been stored for 3 years without use. Prior to being stored, it was operational. Now, the owner wants to dispose of the boat to free up space.
Kawasaki
Motorbikes
The motorcycle was rear-ended by a car at a low speed and was declared a repairable write-off. Although there was cosmetic damage, the owner didn't think it was worth repairing, nor was it worth the hassle to privately sell the Kawasaki for parts.
Toyota
Cars
This Landcruiser required mechanical repairs, but the owner lacked the funds to fix it, leading to its sale.
Stejcraft
Boats
The owner had no need for the boat and attempted to sell it privately on Facebook Marketplace. After experiencing a lack of success, the owner approached us for a quick sale.
LDV
Utes
The LDV's turbo had blown, so the owner decided that selling it would be more economically feasible.
Ford
Cars
Besides the minor dent at the back, there were no issues with the Ford. The owner wanted to buy a new car and needed some extra cash for it.
Ford
Cars
The owner decided to sell their Ford Kuga after the mechanic advised that the vehicle would require a transmission rebuild or replacement.
Holden
Cars
This Holden Barina's engine wouldn't start anymore. Due to its age, the owner decided it wasn't worth repairing.
Triumph
Motorbikes
This Triumph hadn't been started for five years and was taking up space in the owner's shed. They wanted it gone as soon as possible.
Mazda
Utes
Aside from the cosmetic wear and tear, there were no mechanical issues with this utility vehicle.
Jeep
Cars
The Jeep would shudder at speeds over 80 km/h due to a damaged ignition coil, requiring replacement to eliminate the issue.
Ford
Utes
The sway bar attachment on the ute has broken off from the chassis.
Bentley
Classic
After the owner retired, the vintage vehicle remained inactive for several years. Only recently did they decide to free up garage space.
Toyota
Cars
The owner recently relocated to the inner city and no longer needed to drive around. Consequently, the car was left idle, causing its battery to die.
Mazda
Utes
The 3rd and 4th gear synchronization in the gearbox was not optimal and would eventually require repairs. The owner decided to sell the ute while it was in good condition.
Nissan
Cars
Unfortunately, the mechanic failed to identify the mechanical issue, despite the engine light being on.
Mitsubishi
Utes
The mechanic informed the owner that the front brake disc, rotors, and timing belt needed to be replaced. As a result, the owner decided to sell the vehicle instead.
Mercedes Benz
Prestige
This luxury car had the engine light on due to a timing chain issue, but it was still driveable. Since the cost to repair was higher than its value, the owner chose to sell.
Moto Guzzi
Classic
This classic motorcycle had not been ridden in over two decades. The owner decided to have it detailed, but with no use for the bike, they made the decision to sell it.
Ford
Utes
This Ford Wildtrak was deemed a repairable write-off following an accident.
Audi
Cars
The owner decided it wasn't worth repairing the Audi after the engine light came on and the air conditioning stopped working.
Iveco
Utes
The business had been using their Iveco for work purposes. After a long time of service, the owners decided it was finally time to let the vehicle retire.
Mitsubishi
Cars
The owner had spent a lot of money trying to keep the Mitsubishi running and driving. However, despite the investment, the vehicle continued to experience issues, leading the owner to believe that it was no longer worth repairing.
Jeep
Cars
This Jeep needed to have its exhaust replaced. After considering the options of repairing or selling, the owner ultimately decided that disposing of the vehicle was more economically feasible.
Nissan
Cars
The owner had recently paid for vehicle repairs, but when the mechanic said the car needed a new gear box, the owner decided it was no longer worth paying for its maintenance.
Kia
Cars
While driving their Kia on a road trip, the owner heard a noise and saw the engine light turn on. Soon after, the vehicle stopped working, abruptly ending the road trip.
Mazda
Cars
Although the engine still runs, the mechanic advised the owner against fixing it.
Holden
Utes
The owner took excellent care of the Holden ute and even made modifications to the vehicle for work purposes. They decided to sell it to 1800 Salvage due to a busy lifestyle and a recent upgrade.
Volkswagen
Cars
After an accident, this Volkswagen was deemed a repairable write-off.
Roma
Caravans & RVs
Unfortunately, the owner was unable to trade in their Roma caravan to a dealer because of the ingress water damage. They also didn't want to deal with the hassles of private selling, so they opted for 1800 Salvage.
Peugeot
Cars
The owner took good care of their Peugeot, but when the radio stopped working, they decided to sell the car instead of fixing it.
Ford
Cars
Aside from minor cosmetic wear and tear, this Ford Mondeo runs perfectly. The owner simply no longer has use for the car.
Mercedes Benz
Cars
The Mercedes-Benz had a faulty ESP sensor and a flat battery.
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