Sell an Accident Car in the Cape Town Area - Free Towing & Fast Payment

Fast, local help for accident-damaged cars in Cape Town

If your car has been in an accident and you’re based in the Cape Town area, Sell Your Damaged Car simplifies the process of turning it into cash. We buy vehicles in any condition - accident damage, written-off, non-running or mechanically failed - and provide free towing from Cape Town suburbs and surrounding areas. Our online valuation is quick, transparent and supported by local experience in the South African salvage market.

Why choose a specialist service in Cape Town?

• Local knowledge: valuations reflect demand in the Western Cape salvage market and recovery costs specific to Cape Town.
• Free towing: we collect from suburbs across Cape Town and nearby towns at no cost to you.
• Admin handled: we assist with paperwork and deregistration to reduce hassle for owners and small fleets.

What we buy

Accident-damaged cars, written-off vehicles, non-running and mechanically-failed cars - regardless of make, model or year. For details on condition types we accept, see our Sell Damaged Cars page.

Trust signals and local service features

• Nationwide coverage with dedicated collection teams serving Cape Town, Northern Suburbs, Southern Suburbs, the Peninsula and nearby towns.
• Transparent, obligation-free offers based on condition and salvage demand.
• We can advise if a vehicle is under finance and explain the typical steps to settle or transfer obligations.

Common Cape Town scenarios we handle

• Accident-damaged car that’s not roadworthy and would cost more to repair than it’s worth.
• Vehicles written off by insurance - owners seeking a quick sale without repair delays.
• Fleet vehicles with collision damage where businesses want fast turnaround and minimal admin.

For a step-by-step explanation of our process you can review our About & How it Works page: How it works.

How the sale works in Cape Town - simple steps

1. Upload vehicle details: Make, model, year, mileage, brief damage summary and clear photos via our online form (Upload vehicle details).
2. Receive an offer: You get a competitive cash offer based on condition and current salvage demand in the Western Cape.
3. Accept & schedule collection: We arrange free towing from your Cape Town location and confirm collection details.
4. Paperwork & payment: We assist with paperwork including deregistration where applicable and release fast payment once collection is complete.

Damage types and typical effect on offers

Legal & paperwork considerations in South Africa

When selling an accident car in Cape Town, deregistration and transfer steps must be followed. We help with the admin and explain any finance settlement steps if your vehicle has a bond. If your car is under finance, it’s common to settle or get a payout figure from the lender before we finalise collection. For non-running or written-off vehicles we can guide you through typical provincial requirements.

Practical tips to maximise convenience

• Provide clear photos of damage and VIN/chassis number to improve offer accuracy.
• Have proof of ownership and ID ready to speed paperwork.
• If the vehicle is non-running, note location access and any lifts/obstructions for towing.

If your vehicle is severely damaged and you want more detail on selling non-runners, see our Sell Non-Running Car page for examples and guidance.

What happens after collection

After we collect the vehicle in Cape Town, we complete transfer/deregistration tasks and release fast payment. The vehicle enters the appropriate salvage channel - parts demand and market conditions determine final outcomes. Our process aims to minimise delays so owners and fleet managers receive funds promptly and with minimal admin.

Sources

• South African Department of Transport - vehicle licensing and registration
• Automobile Association of South Africa - guidance on written-off and salvage vehicles
• National Credit Regulator - information about vehicle finance obligations in South Africa