An old car can become surprisingly difficult to deal with. It might no longer run, cost more to repair than it is worth, have accident damage or simply be taking up space at home.
For Melbourne residents researching their options, Old Cars Removed provides vehicle removal and recycling across metropolitan Melbourne. The family-owned business has operated for more than 30 years and says it has handled over 50,000 vehicles during that time.
Based in Keysborough, Old Cars Removed buys and collects vehicles in a range of conditions, including cars that are damaged, unregistered or no longer running. The service includes collection at no charge, with same-day removal available in most cases according to the business.
As with any service featured on Melbourne Talk, it is worth checking the latest details directly with the provider and comparing your options before going ahead.
Why Old Cars Removed may be relevant to Melbourne drivers
One reason we cover local businesses on Melbourne Talk is simple: finding the right service can involve sorting through a lot of information.
Car removal is a good example. If you have a vehicle you no longer want, there are questions beyond simply finding somebody willing to tow it away. You may want to know what the business will pay, whether towing costs extra, what happens to the vehicle afterwards and how the ownership paperwork is dealt with.
Old Cars Removed addresses those practical parts of the process in one service. The business provides an offer based on the vehicle’s make, model, year and condition, arranges collection, makes payment when the vehicle is collected and removes it without charging a towing fee.
Old Cars Removed is also a licensed motor car trader (LMCT) operating from 28 Futura Road, Keysborough VIC 3173.
Those are useful details for Melbourne vehicle owners to consider when researching a provider, but they should still confirm the current terms and offer with the business before selling their vehicle.
How the Old Cars Removed process works
Old Cars Removed describes its process as a five-step service, beginning with an initial vehicle assessment.
You provide details including the make, model, year and condition of the car, either by phone or through the company’s online form. The business then provides a cash offer based on those details.
If you decide to proceed, you arrange a collection time. Old Cars Removed says same-day collection is available in most cases throughout metropolitan Melbourne.
At collection, the vehicle’s condition is confirmed and the offer is finalised. Payment is made on the spot before the vehicle is removed. The company then loads and tows the vehicle away without charging for the removal and handles the relevant ownership-transfer paperwork.
The final stage is recycling, where the vehicle is processed for reusable parts and recyclable materials.
Vehicle recycling is another factor to consider
Getting an unused car out of the driveway solves an immediate problem, but where that vehicle goes afterwards can also matter.
Old Cars Removed states that it recycles at least 80% of every vehicle it purchases in line with EPA standards. Usable components can be salvaged for reuse, while metals can be recovered rather than simply becoming waste.
The company also says hazardous vehicle materials, including fluids and batteries, are handled and disposed of appropriately.
For Melbourne residents who consider waste and recycling when choosing local services, this provides another point to investigate when comparing vehicle removal businesses.
More than 30 years in the vehicle removal industry
Longevity can be useful background information when researching a local business.
Old Cars Removed says it has operated as a family business for more than three decades and has removed and recycled more than 50,000 vehicles across Victoria.
The business is led by director Julian Mardale, who has 20 years of experience in the car recycling industry. According to the company, Julian manages phone enquiries while Graeme handles the majority of vehicle collections.
At the time of the information supplied to Melbourne Talk, Old Cars Removed reported a 4.7-star Google rating from 79 reviews. Online ratings and review counts can change, so it is worth checking the latest feedback yourself if reviews form part of your decision.
What types of vehicles may suit the service?
You do not necessarily need to have a roadworthy car to investigate vehicle removal.
Old Cars Removed accepts enquiries about vehicles in a range of circumstances. That can include a car that no longer runs, a vehicle damaged in an accident, an unregistered car sitting at a property or an older vehicle where further repairs may no longer make financial sense.
The amount offered will depend on the individual vehicle and its condition, so Melbourne drivers should provide accurate details and confirm the final amount before proceeding.
It can also be sensible to compare offers if the sale value is important to you. Melbourne Talk publishes information to help readers start their research rather than to make the final choice for them.
Is Old Cars Removed worth considering?
If you have an unwanted vehicle in Melbourne and would prefer a service that combines purchasing, collection and recycling, Old Cars Removed is a local business worth considering as part of your research.
Its long operating history, LMCT status, Melbourne-wide collection service and stated approach to vehicle recycling give prospective customers several concrete factors to investigate and compare.
Whether it is the right option will depend on your vehicle, the offer you receive, your location and your own priorities. Check the company’s current terms, availability and vehicle requirements directly before making a decision. You can also visit oldcarsremoved.com.au to learn more about its Melbourne car removal service or request an offer for your vehicle.
