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Volkswagen (VW) is one of the most popular car brands in the UK, with thousands of new registrations each month. The Volkswagen T-Roc, Polo and Golf are amongst the highest selling VW’s of 2020-2021. As a highly common make, many Volkswagen’s end up being scrapped each year. In fact, scrap car trends show Volkswagen feature in the top 10 list. Whether it’s simply old, unwanted or has sustained some wear and tear or heavy damage, you can still get a top, guaranteed price for it. Find out what the most scrapped VW is and common reasons why Volkswagen’s are scrapped. Read more.
Common Reasons For Scrapping a Volkswagen
There are many reasons for scrapping your Volkswagen. It may be that it’s been damaged, it’s got too many problems or you’re looking for an upgrade. Deciding to scrap your vehicle may not always be an easy decision, but there comes a time in every vehicle’s life where you have to weigh up the cost of repairs or maintenance against what the vehicle is worth.
Volkswagen’s that are equipped with DSG gearboxes are known for transmission faults and failure. Petrol TSI engines are also prone for premature engine failure. Plus, models with diesel engines can have oil pump issues as well as high cost for DMF (dual mass flywheel) and clutch failures. Read more, find out when the right time to scrap your car for money is.
Scrap My Volkswagen
The Volkswagen Golf is the second best selling vehicle in the UK to date and the Volkswagen Polo is the third. The Polo and the Golf also top the most scrapped Volkswagen list, taking first and second place. Also on the most scrapped list is the Volkswagen Beetle. See the full list below:
- Polo
- Golf
- Beetle
- Passat
- Touran
Our most scrapped list also includes the Volkswagen Fox, Lupo and Sharan.
How Much is My Volkswagen Worth?
What your Volkswagen car or van is worth will rely on the condition, weight, size, make and model.
How much scrap metal is priced in the market can also influence the value. Even if your Volkswagen is severely damaged or missing parts, you’ll still be able to fetch a decent price for it. Read more and find out how to scrap your vehicle for the most money or get your free car valuation today. Have any questions? Get in touch with one of our sales representatives to find out more.