Short answer: It can be, because many buyers collect cars at no charge and make their margin on the metal and parts, but a free removal offer also means you are probably receiving little or nothing for the car, and some companies add fees later, so check whether a payment is offered, ask what happens if the car is not as described and make sure there are no hidden charges before agreeing.
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List Free →How free removal works
The buyer covers the transport and recovers the cost from the metal and parts in the car.
What to check
Ask whether any fees apply, whether payment is included and what happens if the car is in worse condition than described.
When it is a fair deal
For a very old, stripped or low-value car, free removal at a small payment may be the sensible outcome.
How ScrapTrade Fits In
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