Free pickup • Cash on collection • Any condition

Timaru Car Wreckers: Cash for Unwanted Cars

Need to sell an old, damaged or unwanted car in Timaru? Our car wreckers buy cars, utes, vans, SUVs and trucks in any condition, offer cash and provide free vehicle removal across Timaru and South Canterbury. We also sell quality used auto parts and tyres, making it easy to sell your unwanted vehicle or find affordable replacement parts.

Trusted Car Wreckers in Timaru

100% Kiwi Owned

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12+ Years' Experience

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Fast Quotes

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Easy Pickup Process

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Professional Vehicle Removal

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Sell Your Car in 4 Easy Steps

Want to sell your old or damaged car in Timaru? Get a quote, book free pickup and get paid on collection.

01

Send Details

Tell us the make, model, year, condition and location. A few photos can help us give you a more accurate quote.

02

Get a Quote

We assess the car’s condition, parts value and scrap value to work out your offer.

03

Book Pickup

Choose a pickup time that works for you. We collect the vehicle from your location.

04

Get Paid

We collect your car and pay the agreed amount on pickup, with no separate removal charge.

Why Sell Your Car to Us

Get a direct cash offer without listing your car.
We buy old, damaged and unwanted cars in Timaru.
Your car does not need to be running.
We can arrange free pickup for qualifying vehicles.
No need to deal with private buyers or tyre-kickers.
We cover Timaru and South Canterbury.
We explain what affects your car’s value.
Get paid the agreed amount when we collect your car.

What we buy

What Cars Can You Sell to Us?

Old & Unwanted

Old and unwanted cars are bought across Timaru and South Canterbury.

Accident-Damaged

Damaged and accident-damaged vehicles are accepted for cash.

Non-Running

Non-running or broken-down cars are also accepted.

No WOF or Rego

No WOF or registration does not rule a vehicle out.

Beyond Repair

Beyond-repair cars can still have parts and scrap value.

Cars, Utes & SUVs

Sedans, hatchbacks, utes, vans, SUVs and 4x4s are accepted.

Trucks & Commercial

Trucks and commercial vehicles can also qualify for cash offers.

Quick Answer

Send the details and get a quick answer on eligibility.

Your benefits

What You Get When You Sell

Simple, Honest Selling

Responsible Recycling

Fair pricing

How Your Car Price Is Set

Every car is different, so we explain exactly what moves your offer before we collect.

Your car’s offer depends on its model, year, condition and useful parts.
Popular models can bring more due to strong parts demand.
A complete engine, gearbox and body can increase the offer.
Valuable parts include doors, headlights, bumpers and gearboxes.
Current scrap metal value also affects the final cash offer.
Pickup location can affect the offer when extra travel is needed.
Tell us about missing parts or damage before getting your quote.
This helps keep the offer accurate and avoids price changes later.

Selling a Car Without WOF or Rego?

No current WOF or registration does not stop you from selling your car. Tell us the car’s WOF and registration status when requesting a quote. If the car is registered, notify NZTA after the sale, either online or by phone.

If you want to cancel the registration first, complete the MR15 form at a registration agent and hand in the number plates. Keep the sale details and date for your records. If the car is unsafe or not legal to drive, do not drive it to us. We can arrange collection from your location.

Our Otago team explains the same no-WOF process on our cash for cars Otago page if you want a second look.

Used Car Parts & Tyres in Timaru

Looking for a reliable used car part at a lower price than new? We stock parts from dismantled vehicles, including engines, gearboxes, diffs, doors, windscreens, headlights, bumpers, panels and batteries.

Second-hand tyres are also available for customers across Timaru and the South Island. Pickup and delivery options are available for mechanics, garages, workshops and DIY owners.

Our Service areas

Where We Collect

Timaru and South Canterbury

Timaru
Washdyke
Temuka
Geraldine
Pleasant Point
Waimate
Pareora
Levels

Wider South Island

Oamaru
Christchurch
Dunedin
Milton
Queenstown
Wanaka
Alexandra
Cromwell
Invercargill
Gore

Outside these areas? Ask us. Coverage depends on location and vehicle. Heading further south? See our Invercargill car wrecker, Wanaka car wrecker and Queenstown cash for cars pages for local details.

About us

About Our Car Wreckers

We’re a 100% Kiwi-owned car wrecking business with 12+ years of experience buying, dismantling and recycling vehicles across the South Island. If you’re in Timaru and need to sell an old, damaged or unwanted car, we can provide a cash offer and arrange a collection.

We also supply quality used car parts and second-hand tyres for customers who want affordable replacements. Our team focuses on straightforward quotes, easy vehicle collection and responsible recycling. We work as part of the Car Wreckers Otago team, so you get the same fair process whichever branch you deal with.

Our guarantee

Our Promise When You Sell Your Car

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Get a clear quote before we collect your car.

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Know the agreed price before pickup is arranged.

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We’ll tell you if your vehicle cannot be accepted.

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Qualifying vehicles get free pickup from your location.

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No separate pickup charge for qualifying vehicles.

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Get your agreed payment when we collect the car.

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Reusable parts are recovered where possible.

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Vehicles are processed with responsible recycling practices.

Reviews

What Our Customers Say

Rated 5 out of 5

awesome service quick and reliable would absolutely recommend i will defiantly be coming back!!!

Renee Carson

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Rated 5 out of 5

Fast service, good bloke and friendly banter. Highly recommended!

Jules Townsend

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Rated 5 out of 5

Great Price Efficient . Great communication . Thankyou ☺️

S Hawkins

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer free car removal in Timaru?

Yes, free removal is available for qualifying vehicles.

Can I sell a car with no WOF or Rego?

Yes, in most cases. Tell us the vehicle’s current status.

How much can I get for my car?

It depends on the car’s model, year, condition and parts value.

Do you buy damaged or non-running cars?

Yes, we buy damaged, broken-down and non-running vehicles.

Do I need to notify NZTA?

Yes, registered vehicle sales need to be reported to NZTA.

Do you sell used car parts and tyres?

Yes, we sell used parts, batteries and second-hand tyres.

Which areas do you cover?

We cover Timaru, South Canterbury and nearby South Island areas.

What happens to the oil and fluids?

They are drained and disposed of responsibly during recycling.

Get your offer

Sell Your Car for Cash in Timaru

Got an old, damaged or unwanted car taking up space? Send us the details for a cash offer, and if your vehicle qualifies, we’ll collect it for free. No need to advertise it or arrange your own towing.

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