After your car is picked up for scrap in Nelson, it goes through a thorough recycling process. First, all reusable parts are salvaged. Then, fluids are safely drained and hazardous materials removed. The remaining metal is crushed and sent to recycling plants. This eco-friendly process helps reduce waste and supports sustainable practices.
Step 1: Free Towing to Our Dismantling Yard
After we remove your vehicle, it’s taken to our secure wrecking yard in Nelson, where the vehicle is logged for dismantling.
Step 2: Drain Hazardous Fluids
We safely remove all hazardous materials, including:
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Engine oil
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Brake fluid
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Coolant
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Transmission fluid
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Petrol or diesel
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AC gases
These substances are properly recycled or disposed of according to New Zealand environmental standards.
Step 3: Salvage Reusable Parts
Before crushing, we strip the vehicle for any reusable or resellable parts such as:
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Engine and transmission components
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Tyres and wheels
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Radiators
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Lights, mirrors, and panels
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Batteries and alternators
These parts are cleaned and tested, then reused or sold to local mechanics and auto enthusiasts.
Step 4: Crush, Shred & Recycle
Once the salvage process is complete, the remaining body is crushed and sent through an industrial shredder. Metal components are separated and recycled into raw materials for manufacturing — often used in construction, appliances, and even new cars.
Step 5: Tyres and Glass Recycling
Tyres are repurposed for playground surfaces, insulation, or rubber mats. Glass from windows and windscreens is melted down and reused for insulation or building materials.
Step 6: 90%+ Recycling Rate
Thanks to our process, more than 90% of each vehicle is recycled or reused. That’s less waste in Nelson’s landfills, fewer emissions, and a cleaner, greener region for all.
📞 For ethical and environmentally sound scrap car removal in Nelson, contact us today at 0800 600 080 or book online at cashforcarsnelson.nz.
