Step 1: Free Vehicle Pickup
Once you accept our quote, we arrange pickup at a time that suits you. Our tow truck driver will collect your vehicle from anywhere in or around Invercargill — completely free of charge.
Step 2: Draining Hazardous Fluids
At our yard, we drain all harmful fluids from the vehicle, such as:
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Engine oil
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Brake and transmission fluid
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Coolant
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Petrol or diesel
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Air conditioning gas
These are safely disposed of or recycled in accordance with New Zealand’s environmental regulations.
Step 3: Dismantling for Reuse
We remove any working or reusable parts, including:
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Batteries
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Alternators
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Tyres and rims
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Radiators
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Starters
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Doors, mirrors, and windows
These components are cleaned, tested, and sold or reused to reduce the need for new parts.
Step 4: Crushing and Metal Recycling
The rest of the vehicle is crushed and shredded. Valuable metals like steel, aluminium, and copper are extracted and sent for industrial recycling.
Step 5: Glass and Rubber Recycling
Glass from windscreens is melted and reused in insulation. Tyres are repurposed for roads, playground mats, or fuel in cement production.
Step 6: Over 90% Recycling Rate
We recycle or reuse over 90% of every vehicle — helping keep waste out of Southland landfills and contributing to a circular economy.
📞 Looking for responsible scrap car removal in Invercargill? Contact us today at 0800 826 727 or request your quote online at cashforcarsinvercargill.net.nz.
