Compared to just a few years ago, the number of car scrapping and recycling providers and plants on the UK market is quite unbelievable. Not that this would be in any way a bad thing – we have all come to understand the significance of car recycling and the basic fact that most car owners are doing precisely that is pretty fantastic.
Nevertheless, with providers in such numbers will always come the unfortunate reality of a few bum entries. From recycling providers that serve as nothing more than middlemen to those who will gladly dupe anyone that comes near their way, it is crucial to bear in mind that there is some thought required in terms of the selection process.
Chances are you would want your vehicle to be recycled in a way that is best for all involved, so keep the following tips in mind to make sure you make the best decision:
Direct Dealer or Middleman?
First up, think about whether the recycling provider you are considering is in reality a recycling service and not simply a charlatan, also known as a middleman. Nowadays, there are so many people claiming to be recycling providers in their own right, when in reality all they do is offer you a lower price for your vehicle, then take it to the real recycling plant and cash it in for a higher price. No the end of the world if you are not concerned about being short-changed, but if you’re looking to get a good price for your car, you need to make sure to cut out the middlemen and go straight for a recycling specialist.
Fair Prices or Rough Guesses?
Still on the topic of price, there is a big difference between a provider that says it will pay in the region of a certain amount of money and another that offers you the best price by way of the industry average. Any capable recycling provider these days will be willing to back each price they quote for any car with the guarantee that better prices won’t be found elsewhere. And if they are, they will match them. So if you have the impression you are being short-changed or you aren’t convinced they are being honest with their quote, there is nothing to win by going forward.
Solid Feedback or Otherwise?
Like all other firms that operate via the Internet these days, vehicle recycling providers can’t escape the all-seeing eye of the blogger and reviewer. Therefore, it should be easy to find reviews regarding their way of working and services – the firm should ideally be displaying this information on its own site. And of the feedback is not very inspiring or missing completely – you have your answer.
Reassuring Contact Details or None?
Last up, never overlook the significance of solid contact details. If, for instance, the only contacts offered are an online request form or a mobile phone number, you might be barking up the wrong tree. By contrast, if there is a variety of ways of getting in touch, including email addresses, landlines and ideally a fixed business address, you are onto a winner.
