Frequently asked questions

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We provide services across New Zealand. Whether you’re in Auckland, Waikato, Northland, or the Bay of Plenty, we will come to you within a few hours or on the same day to remove your vehicle free of charge. Additionally, we offer top cash for cars anywhere in New Zealand.

Of course, 0800 Salvage buy non-running cars and pay top dollar for each vehicle. Whether you have a small hatchback, van, SUV, or Ute, we will buy it.

Yes, 0800 Salvage specialises in buying unregistered vehicles. Because we purchase vehicles for scrap and recycling purposes, there is no need for the vehicle to be re-registered. We do not buy vehicles to put them back on the road — they are processed safely and legally for dismantling or recycling.

Yes, 0800 Salvage buys total loss and written-off vehicles marked by insurance companies. If your vehicle has been written off due to accident damage, flood damage, or other issues, we can still purchase it. We specialise in buying damaged and non-roadworthy vehicles and offer competitive cash prices based on the vehicle’s condition and salvage value. Our process is simple, fast, and hassle-free.

No, 0800 Salvage does not have any hidden fees. We provide free vehicle removal anywhere in New Zealand.

To sell your car in Auckland with 0800 Salvage, you need vehicle ownership papers and a valid photo ID, such as a driver’s license or any other valid photo ID.

Yes, you’re welcome to drop off your car at our yard if car is still roadworthy and you have legal access to drive it on road. Alternatively, we offer free vehicle removal and can arrange collection from your home, workplace, or another location anywhere in New Zealand. Our towing service is fast, reliable, and comes at no extra cost to you, making the process simple and hassle-free.

What happens to my car after I sell it to car buyers? This is the most common question among our customers. Once we collect your car from your location, our experienced team carefully dismantles it. Functional parts, like the engine, wheels, and electronics, are sold. Fluids and hazardous materials are safely removed, and the remaining metal is recycled.

0800 Salvage is a leading, trustworthy, and reliable company to sell any vehicle for cash. We offer eco-friendly disposal, free pickup, and competitive pricing to our customers. When you sell your vehicle through 0800 Salvage, you avoid the stress of private sales and sell your car swiftly with us.

We purchase a wide range of commercial vehicles, including utes, vans, and light trucks such as Ford Ranger and Transit, Toyota Hiace and Dyna, Hino Dutro, Hyundai Staria Load, and many more. We buy all makes and models, whether they are damaged, high mileage, non-running, or no longer needed.

0800 Salvage accepts all makes and models, offering competitive prices based on the current market value of vehicles, with free removal included.

0800 Salvage purchases imported vehicles from Japan, China, Thailand, Australia, the United Kingdom, the USA, and more.

Yes, 0800 Salvage purchases company-owned vehicles, including fleet utes and work vehicles, whether they are still running, damaged, or no longer required. We operate throughout Auckland, Hamilton, Northland, Bay of Plenty, and surrounding regions — and we’re happy to arrange collection from other locations as well.
We make the process simple for businesses, with fast quotes, prompt payment, and free vehicle removal.

No, we don’t buy car shells; we only buy complete vehicles with all parts, even if the parts are not functional.