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How to Get the Best Price When Selling Your Car in Melbourne
Featured
Selling Tips
4 min read

How to Get the Best Price When Selling Your Car in Melbourne

Thinking of selling your car? Here's what actually affects the price you'll get — and how to make sure you're not leaving money on the table.

19 September 2026Read
What Happens to Your Car After We Buy It
Behind the Scenes
4 min read

What Happens to Your Car After We Buy It

Ever wondered what actually happens to a car after a wrecker buys it? Here's the full process — from collection to recycling.

19 September 2026Read
Top 5 Documents You Need When Selling a Car to a Wrecker
Selling Tips
3 min read

Top 5 Documents You Need When Selling a Car to a Wrecker

Don't get caught out at collection time. Here are the five documents that make the process smooth and legal.

15 September 2026Read
Why Scrap Metal Prices Change — And What It Means for Your Car
Industry Insights
5 min read

Why Scrap Metal Prices Change — And What It Means for Your Car

The price you're offered for a scrap car isn't random. It's tied to global commodity markets — here's how it works.

10 September 2026Read
Cash for Cars vs. Private Sale: Which Is Right for You?
Selling Tips
5 min read

Cash for Cars vs. Private Sale: Which Is Right for You?

Both options have their place. Here's an honest comparison to help you decide which suits your situation.

5 September 2026Read
How to Remove Personal Data from Your Car Before Selling
How-To Guides
3 min read

How to Remove Personal Data from Your Car Before Selling

Modern cars store more personal data than most people realise. Here's what to clear before handing over the keys.

28 August 2026Read
How Car Removal Works in Melbourne — Step by Step
How-To Guides
4 min read

How Car Removal Works in Melbourne — Step by Step

Free car removal sounds simple — and it is. Here's exactly what to expect from the moment you call to the moment we drive away.

20 August 2026Read
What Is Cash for Unwanted Cars — And Who Qualifies?
Selling Tips
4 min read

What Is Cash for Unwanted Cars — And Who Qualifies?

Not sure if your car qualifies for a cash offer? The short answer is: almost certainly yes. Here's what we buy and why.

12 August 2026Read
The Environmental Impact of Car Recycling in Australia
Industry Insights
5 min read

The Environmental Impact of Car Recycling in Australia

Scrapping a car isn't just convenient — it's one of the most environmentally responsible things you can do with an end-of-life vehicle.

5 August 2026Read
How to Check If Your Car Has Finance Owing Before You Sell
How-To Guides
3 min read

How to Check If Your Car Has Finance Owing Before You Sell

Selling a car with finance still owing is a legal minefield. Here's how to check — and what to do if there is an encumbrance.

28 July 2026Read
Why Toyota Corollas and Camrys Are Among the Most Valuable Wrecking Cars
Industry Insights
4 min read

Why Toyota Corollas and Camrys Are Among the Most Valuable Wrecking Cars

Some cars are worth more to a wrecker than others. Here's why high-volume Japanese models consistently fetch strong prices.

18 July 2026Read
A Day in the Life at Ezy Auto Wrecker's Coburg North Yard
Behind the Scenes
5 min read

A Day in the Life at Ezy Auto Wrecker's Coburg North Yard

What actually goes on at a car wrecking yard? We take you through a typical day at our Coburg North facility.

10 July 2026Read
How to Prepare Your Car for Pickup — A Quick Checklist
How-To Guides
3 min read

How to Prepare Your Car for Pickup — A Quick Checklist

You've accepted a cash offer. Now what? Here's everything you need to do before our driver arrives.

2 July 2026Read
Cash for Scrap Cars: What Makes a Car 'Scrap' and What's It Worth?
Selling Tips
4 min read

Cash for Scrap Cars: What Makes a Car 'Scrap' and What's It Worth?

Not every car that gets scrapped is a write-off. Here's how wreckers define 'scrap' and how they calculate what to pay.

24 June 2026Read
The Rise of Electric Vehicles — What It Means for Car Wreckers
Industry Insights
5 min read

The Rise of Electric Vehicles — What It Means for Car Wreckers

EVs are changing the wrecking industry. Here's how the sector is adapting — and what it means for end-of-life EV owners.

15 June 2026Read
How to Transfer Car Registration in Victoria When Selling
How-To Guides
4 min read

How to Transfer Car Registration in Victoria When Selling

Selling a car in Victoria involves a specific registration transfer process. Get it wrong and you could be liable for fines or accidents after the sale.

5 June 2026Read
Why Holden Parts Are Still in High Demand — Years After the Brand Closed
Industry Insights
4 min read

Why Holden Parts Are Still in High Demand — Years After the Brand Closed

Holden stopped making cars in 2017, but demand for Holden parts hasn't stopped. Here's why — and what it means if you have one to sell.

28 May 2026Read
Selling a Flood-Damaged Car in Melbourne — What You Need to Know
Selling Tips
4 min read

Selling a Flood-Damaged Car in Melbourne — What You Need to Know

Flood damage can write off a car quickly. Here's what your options are — and why selling to a wrecker is usually the smartest move.

18 May 2026Read
How to Get Rid of a Car That Doesn't Run
How-To Guides
3 min read

How to Get Rid of a Car That Doesn't Run

A non-running car sitting in your driveway isn't just an eyesore — it's a liability. Here's the fastest way to get rid of it.

8 May 2026Read
What Parts Do Wreckers Actually Sell? A Guide to the Used Parts Market
Behind the Scenes
5 min read

What Parts Do Wreckers Actually Sell? A Guide to the Used Parts Market

Used car parts are a multi-billion dollar industry. Here's what moves through a wrecking yard — and how to find what you need.

28 April 2026Read
The Honest Guide to Cash for Cars Prices in Melbourne
Selling Tips
5 min read

The Honest Guide to Cash for Cars Prices in Melbourne

What should you realistically expect to be paid for your car? Here's a frank breakdown of how prices are set — and what red flags to watch for.

15 April 2026Read
How Wreckers Help Keep Melbourne's Roads Safer
Industry Insights
4 min read

How Wreckers Help Keep Melbourne's Roads Safer

The connection between car wrecking and road safety isn't obvious — but it's real. Here's how the industry contributes.

5 April 2026Read
Selling Your Car Before Rego Expires — Is It Worth Rushing?
Selling Tips
3 min read

Selling Your Car Before Rego Expires — Is It Worth Rushing?

Your registration is about to expire. Should you renew it to get a better price, or sell now? Here's the honest answer.

25 March 2026Read
What Is an ARCtick Certification — And Why Does It Matter?
Behind the Scenes
3 min read

What Is an ARCtick Certification — And Why Does It Matter?

You'll see ARCtick mentioned on our site. Here's what it actually means and why it matters when choosing a car wrecker.

15 March 2026Read
How to Find Quality Used Car Parts in Melbourne
How-To Guides
4 min read

How to Find Quality Used Car Parts in Melbourne

Buying used car parts can save you hundreds — but only if you know what to look for and where to get them. Here's a practical guide.

5 March 2026Read
Cash for Cars Same Day: How Fast Can We Actually Move?
Selling Tips
3 min read

Cash for Cars Same Day: How Fast Can We Actually Move?

We advertise same-day pickup. Here's what that actually means in practice — and how to make sure yours qualifies.

5 November 2026Read
Scrap Car Removal vs. Junk Car Removal: What's the Difference?
Industry Insights
3 min read

Scrap Car Removal vs. Junk Car Removal: What's the Difference?

The terms get used interchangeably, but there are subtle differences. Here's what each one actually means.

18 November 2026Read
Top 10 Cars Melbourne Wreckers Buy Most Often
Industry Insights
4 min read

Top 10 Cars Melbourne Wreckers Buy Most Often

Some cars come through the yard constantly. Here are the ten models we see most — and why they're so common.

3 December 2026Read
New Year, New Car? Here's How to Get Rid of the Old One Fast
Selling Tips
3 min read

New Year, New Car? Here's How to Get Rid of the Old One Fast

January is one of the busiest months for car sales. If you're upgrading, here's the fastest way to clear out the old vehicle.

7 January 2027Read
How to Spot a Dodgy Cash for Cars Operator — Red Flags to Watch For
Selling Tips
4 min read

How to Spot a Dodgy Cash for Cars Operator — Red Flags to Watch For

Not every cash-for-cars operator plays it straight. Here's how to tell the legitimate ones from the dodgy ones before you hand over your car.

22 January 2027Read

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