Sell Your Burnt Car for Cash in South Africa - Fast, Nationwide Service

Turn a Burnt or Fire-Damaged Vehicle into Cash - Without the Hassle

If your vehicle has suffered fire damage or been burnt, removing it from your driveway and converting it into cash can be quicker and simpler than lengthy repairs or private sale attempts. We buy burnt cars in any condition and provide free nationwide towing, minimal paperwork, and fast payment after collection. Our service covers major metros - Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban - as well as surrounding towns.

Who this service is for

• Private owners with fire-damaged or burnt vehicles.
• Small business fleets with write-off or salvage units.
• Owners of non-running or heavily damaged cars where repair is impractical.

Why sell a burnt car instead of repairing it?

Fire damage often affects wiring, structural components and safety systems; repairs can be time-consuming and costly. Selling saves you towing fees, repair coordination and the uncertainty of future faults. We handle transport, paperwork (including deregistration assistance) and payment to reduce your admin burden.

What we accept

We buy vehicles with fire or burn damage, partial or total burn-through, and related smoke or electrical damage. We also buy flood-, accident- or mechanically-damaged vehicles - learn more about how we handle different conditions on our Sell Damaged Cars page.

Quick overview of the process

• Upload vehicle details and photos online (make, model, year, description of burn damage).
• Receive a transparent, obligation-free cash offer.
• Accept the offer and we arrange free towing and paperwork.
• We collect the vehicle and release fast payment.

Learn more about our company and how we handle collections and paperwork on our About / How it works page. For vehicles that no longer run after fire damage, see guidance on selling non-running cars on our Sell Non-Running Car page.

How We Buy Burnt Cars - Clear Steps and Inclusions

We designed the sale to be straightforward for South African owners. Below are the practical steps, what we include and what to expect after you accept an offer.

Step-by-step: from quote to payment

• Upload vehicle details: Use the quick online form and attach photos - exterior, engine bay and interior where safe.
• Receive an offer: We return a competitive cash offer based on condition and salvage demand.
• Accept and schedule collection: We arrange free towing and collection at a time that suits you.
• Paperwork & payment: We handle transfer paperwork and assist with deregistration; payment is released promptly after collection.

What we include - practical details

• Free towing nationwide (including Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban suburbs).
• Assistance with required paperwork and deregistration steps.
• Fast payment to your bank once collection is complete and documents are verified.
• Clear, written offer with no hidden fees - you decide whether to accept.

Examples and South African context

In SA the salvage market varies by region and vehicle demand. Fire-damaged vehicles may be sought for parts or scrap depending on severity. Choosing a vendor who coordinates collection and paperwork - including deregistration where relevant - removes common friction for sellers across metros and rural areas.

Ready to proceed?

Get started now: Get your free quote, Upload vehicle details, Confirm collection and Get paid fast. These links open our valuation form and outline the required photos and details.

Practical tips to prepare your burnt car for valuation

• Take clear photos from several angles (external, bonnet open if safe, interior). Safety first - do not access hot or unstable areas.
• Gather documents: registration papers, ID, keys (if available) and any insurance reference if relevant.
• Disclose finance status if the vehicle is under finance - we can advise on the next steps.

Trust & transparency

We provide a written offer and explain inclusions. Our nationwide towing and paperwork handling are designed to reduce risk and simplify the sale for owners and small fleet managers across South Africa. For more on how we operate, visit our About / How it works page.

Sources

• Automobile Association of South Africa - vehicle safety and salvage guidance
• South African Department of Transport - regulations affecting vehicle transfer and deregistration
• South African Insurance Association - information on write-offs and salvage