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We Buy Scrap Cars Corby scraps vans in Gretton, from small vans to long-wheelbase panel vans, Lutons and pickups up to 3.5 tonnes. Get an instant online price, and we collect free and pay by bank transfer. Call or WhatsApp 07598 314366.
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Scrap a van in Gretton
To scrap a van in Gretton, enter its registration and postcode on our instant price page, see the figure and accept it. Add your contact details and we then ring to arrange collection around your working day. We bring a recovery truck, check the seller's ID, load the van and pay by bank transfer.
We take vans up to 3.5 tonnes of any make, model and age. That includes small vans, medium and long-wheelbase panel vans, Lutons, and pickups.
Who scraps vans in Gretton?
Gretton is a residential village, but plenty of people who live here work from a van:
- Tradespeople whose van has finally done too many miles.
- Sole traders who have bought a newer van and want the old one gone from the drive.
- Small firms with an ex-fleet van that is no longer worth running.
- Farms and smallholdings with a pickup that has been retired to the yard.
- Families with an old Luton bought for a house move.
When a van stops paying its way
Vans work hard. High mileage, heavy loads and steep hills wear out clutches, gearboxes and suspension. Rust takes hold in the chassis and sills. Once the repair list includes big items, it is often cheaper to scrap the van and put the money towards a replacement. Read our guide on whether to scrap or repair.
Clear it out first
Before collection, please empty the van completely. Take out tools, materials, racking you want to keep and anything stored behind or under the seats. Check the cab, door pockets and glovebox. Remove trackers, dashcams and sat navs, and cancel any toll or parking accounts linked to the registration. If the van carries a private plate, retain or transfer it with the DVLA before we arrive.
What is my scrap van worth?
Vans are priced mainly by weight and the current scrap metal price. A bigger van holds more metal, so it can be worth more than a car. We also consider:
| Factor | What we look at |
|---|---|
| Make and model | Some vans have value beyond their weight |
| Completeness | Engine, gearbox, catalytic converter and wheels |
| Keys and V5C | Both help |
| Location | Where we collect from |
The instant online price stands as long as the van is complete and as described. If we find a difference, we explain before loading, and you can decide not to go ahead. See the scrap van cost guide and how scrap car prices work for more.
Collecting a van from a slope or a yard
Larger vans need the right truck. Our collections are carried out with recovery trucks from our sister company, Rapid Recovery Corby, so we can take heavier vehicles, vans that will not start and vans with flat tyres. On Gretton's hillier streets, let us know whether the van is parked on a slope so we can plan how to load it.
Business vans and paperwork
A company can sell a van to us. The person selling must show photo ID and proof of address, as we are legally required to check them. Have the V5C if it is available. If it is lost, you can still scrap the van with proof of ID and ownership, as our guide to scrapping without a logbook explains.
Paid by bank transfer, scrapped legally
We pay by bank transfer at collection and never in cash. The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 makes paying cash for scrap metal illegal. Every van goes to a licensed Authorised Treatment Facility, which issues a Certificate of Destruction and informs the DVLA. Any full months of tax come back automatically. Cancel the insurance yourself.
Two vans or a van and a car
If you are clearing more than one vehicle from the same address, say so when you book. Some of our trucks carry one vehicle on the bed and tow a second, so we can often take both on one visit. Each vehicle gets its own price.
Other pages for Gretton and nearby
For cars, see scrap car collection in Gretton. For damaged vans, see damaged vehicles in Gretton. We also scrap vans in Corby and Priors Hall Park.
Last updated 14 October 2026 by We Buy Scrap Cars Corby.
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Helpful guides
- How to scrap a car legally
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- Scrapping a car with no logbook
- Should I scrap or repair my car?
- How scrap car prices work
Questions people ask
Do you scrap vans in Gretton?
Yes. We scrap vans up to 3.5 tonnes in Gretton, including panel vans, Lutons and pickups, with free collection.
Is a scrap van worth more than a scrap car?
Often, because vans are heavier and scrap is priced mainly by weight. Get an instant online price to see what yours is worth.
Do I have to empty the van?
Yes. Please remove all tools, materials and personal items before we collect.
Can you take a van that does not run?
Yes. Our recovery trucks can collect non-running vans, including those with flat tyres.
Can a limited company sell its van to you?
Yes. The person selling needs photo ID and proof of address, and the V5C if available.
How do you pay for scrap vans?
By bank transfer on collection. We never pay cash.