Scrap Fire-Damaged Car with Free Towing - Nationwide Cash Offer

What we buy and what’s included

We purchase fire-damaged cars regardless of running condition, extent of burn damage, or whether the vehicle is marked as salvaged by an insurer. You get a competitive cash offer, free nationwide collection, and support with paperwork including deregistration where applicable.

Why scrap a fire-damaged car instead of repairing?

Repairing a fire-damaged vehicle can quickly exceed its post-repair market value. Scrapping (selling as salvage) is often the practical choice when repairs are costly, insurers have written the car off, or mechanical systems are compromised. Selling lets you avoid ongoing storage, repair risk and the logistics of moving a non-running vehicle.

How our process works

• Upload vehicle details and photos through our site-make, model, year, description of fire damage and location.
• Receive a clear, obligation-free cash offer based on condition and salvage demand.
• Accept the offer and schedule free towing from your address anywhere in South Africa.

Learn more about our approach to damaged vehicles on the Sell Damaged Cars page or read how our service works on the About / How it works page.

Clear, safe handling of paperwork

We support sellers through the admin steps common with fire-damaged or written-off cars: transfer of ownership, deregistration where required, and documentation for insurers or finance houses. If your vehicle is still under finance, we explain the settlement process and liaise with the finance company to ensure a lawful transfer or settlement.

What happens after you accept the offer

After you accept, we confirm collection details and arrange free towing at a time that works for you. Our team inspects the vehicle on collection, completes paperwork and releases fast payment to your nominated bank account or via another agreed method once documents are verified. Typical collection timelines vary by location but we cover Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and surrounding areas nationwide.

Example timeline

• Day 0: Upload photos and details, receive offer.
• Day 0-2: Accept offer and schedule collection.
• Collection day: tow, paperwork and payment processing.

Tips to prepare a fire-damaged vehicle for sale

Provide clear photos of external and interior damage, note any remaining mechanical function, and have your ID and vehicle documents ready. If you are unsure about the vehicle’s registration status, our team can advise-see the Sell Non-Running Car page for guidance on non-starters and collection logistics.

Trust and safety notes

We operate nationally and follow strict verification for payments and transfers to protect sellers. If you prefer, start by getting an online estimate and then get your free quote and upload vehicle details to begin. You can also choose collection times and confirm logistics before we arrive.

Sources

• South African Department of Transport - Vehicle registration guidance
• Industry analysis on salvage vehicle demand (South Africa context)
• AA South Africa - Advice on written-off and fire-damaged cars

If you have a fire-damaged car and need a reliable sale with free towing, get your free quote today. We provide nationwide collection across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and surrounding areas and manage the sale end-to-end so you don’t have to worry about transport or admin.