Step 1: Free Pickup & Instant Payment
Once you accept our offer, we schedule a pickup that fits your schedule. Our team arrives, completes the paperwork, pays you cash on the spot, and tows away the vehicle — all free of charge.
Step 2: Safe Disposal of Fluids and Hazardous Materials
At our Nelson wrecking yard, the first step is draining all hazardous fluids:
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Engine and transmission oil
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Brake fluid and coolant
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Fuel and AC gas
These are safely handled in accordance with New Zealand’s environmental regulations.
Step 3: Dismantling and Salvaging Usable Parts
Our experienced mechanics then dismantle the vehicle to retrieve usable parts, including:
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Engine components
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Gearboxes and radiators
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Alternators and batteries
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Doors, mirrors, headlights
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Tyres and wheels
These parts are tested, cleaned, and made available for resale to mechanics and car owners across the South Island.
Step 4: Metal Recycling & Crushing
The remaining shell of the vehicle is crushed and sent to metal recycling. Valuable metals like aluminium, steel, and copper are separated and reused in manufacturing and construction.
Step 5: Eco-Friendly Disposal of Remaining Waste
Tyres, plastics, and glass are repurposed where possible — the goal is to recycle more than 90% of the vehicle, reducing landfill contribution and protecting Nelson’s natural beauty.
📞 Want your car recycled the green way? Contact Car Wreckers Nelson at https://carwreckersnelson.co.nz or call 0800 600 080 for a free quote.
