Maximising Value For Your Your Broken Ford Van

When your Ford van’s had it, it might seem like scrapping it is the only route left. You ring a local yard, they come out with a truck, throw it on the back and hand you a bit of cash. Done and dusted. Or is it?

If your van’s a Ford, especially a Transit, Connect or Custom, scrapping it could mean losing out on hundreds of pounds. A specialist buyer like Broken Ford Vans will often pay far more than the going scrap rate, and for good reason.

Here’s why selling to a specialist makes more sense than scrapping your broken van.

Scrap Yards Only Pay for Weight

The average scrap yard isn’t interested in what still works. They’re not looking at the engine, the gearbox or the electrics. They’re looking at the van as a lump of metal.

They’ll weigh it, deduct a bit for glass, tyres and fluids, and hand you a flat rate. Whether your Transit is full of valuable parts or completely gutted, the outcome’s the same. A basic weight-based payment that rarely reflects what your van is actually worth.

If that sounds like a raw deal, that’s because it usually is.

We See the Value Inside Your Van

When you come to us, we don’t just see a van with a fault. We see what can be salvaged, reused, reconditioned or resold.

We know which parts are in high demand. We know what we can strip and how to do it properly. Your van might not start, but if it’s got a solid engine, working electrics or clean panels, there’s value there. And that value is passed on to you in the price we offer.

Instead of treating the whole thing as scrap, we assess it properly. That’s how we consistently pay more than the average breaker yard.

We Know Fords Inside Out

We don’t buy every make and model under the sun. We focus entirely on Fords, and that focus means expertise.

Our team works with Ford vans every single day. We know the difference between a common issue and a major failure. We understand the specific value of each Ford model, and we’ve got the experience to break them down properly.

That means we can offer you a better price because we know exactly what we’re buying. There’s no guesswork. Just honest, specialist knowledge.

No Middlemen, No Auctions, No Nonsense

When you sell your van to a scrap dealer, it might get sold on again to another yard, or go through an auction. Everyone involved takes a cut, and that affects the amount you’re offered upfront.

When you deal with us, you’re dealing directly with the buyer. We collect your van ourselves, assess it ourselves and pay you directly. No middlemen, no third parties, no waiting around.

It’s a straightforward, transparent process that puts more money in your pocket.

You Could Get Hundreds More Than Scrap Value

We regularly speak to people who were offered £250 or £300 from a scrap yard, then ended up getting £700 or more from us.

It’s not a one-off. It’s common. And it’s all down to the fact that we know what your van is worth in the real world, not just on the weighbridge.

Whether your van has a blown engine, electrical faults or body damage, we look at the full picture. You might be sitting on something worth far more than you think.

Free Collection, Quick Payment, No Hassle

You don’t have to get the van to us, and you don’t have to wait around for payment. We collect from anywhere in the UK, free of charge. Whether your van is parked on a street, stuck on a farm track or buried in the back of a yard, we’ll come and get it.

We’ll also sort the paperwork for you, including notifying the DVLA. You get a proper receipt, full proof of sale, and payment on the same day your van is collected. No drama. No delays.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much more will I get compared to scrap value?
That depends on the condition of your van, but it’s not uncommon for people to get two to three times more than a scrap quote. If there are reusable parts or a decent engine, it adds real value.

Do you take vans without MOT, V5 or keys?
Yes, we do. Ideally, you’ll have the logbook and a key, but we can still buy your van if they’re missing. Just give us the details and we’ll work around it.

My van doesn’t run. Can you still buy it?
Absolutely. We buy non-runners all the time. Whether it won’t start, has a dead battery or major faults, we’ll still collect and offer a proper quote.

What if my van has been written off?
We’re happy to buy written-off vans. Many write-offs still have valuable parts. We’ll assess what’s salvageable and give you a fair offer based on that.