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Classic Cars – Safe Collection of Vintage Vehicles, Projects & Parts Across South East London

For instant help or a quick quote, call 07419 622 141.

Classic and vintage cars deserve proper handling, whether they are cherished restorations, long-forgotten barn finds or incomplete project shells left untouched for decades. At We Buy Cars and Recovery, we specialise in collecting classic cars and classic car parts from garages, driveways, sheds, storage units and gardens across South East London. From beautifully preserved vehicles to rusty shells, we have the experience, equipment and care needed to remove them safely and professionally.

Whether you want to sell a full classic car, clear out decades of stored parts, or finally move a non-running project, we can help. We offer top prices, instant quotes and fast, reliable collection.

What Our Scrap Car Recovery Service Covers

Broken down Mitsubishi on trailer

We Collect Classic Cars in Any Condition

Classic vehicles come in a huge range of conditions, and we work with all of them. It does not matter if your car is complete, stripped, partly restored or so old it has not moved in 30 years — we will collect it safely.

We collect:

  • Fully intact classic cars
  • Barn finds
  • Long-term restoration projects
  • Rolling shells
  • Non-rolling shells
  • Vehicles with missing engines
  • Cars with seized brakes or suspension
  • Vehicles buried under stored items
  • Classic cars stuck in garages or sheds
  • Cars stored in gardens or rear access spaces

If your vehicle is too fragile or awkward to move by hand, our specialist equipment allows us to lift and remove it carefully without causing extra damage.

Specialist Handling for Delicate and Valuable Vehicles

Classic cars often require special attention, especially older models that may have weak frames, rusted floors or sensitive bodywork. Our team understands the extra care these vehicles need.

We use:

  • Safe loading methods to avoid structural stress
  • Hiab lifting for non-steering or non-rolling vehicles
  • Professional securing systems for transport
  • Low approach equipment for lowered or fragile suspensions
  • Protective handling to avoid damage to panels or trim

Whether it is a cherished classic or a rare find, we treat every vehicle with respect.

scrap Car on a recovery truck

We Also Collect Classic Car Parts and Large Item Stock

Many enthusiasts collect spare parts over the years, and these can fill garages, lofts and sheds. We can collect single items or full collections.

We buy and collect:

  • Engines and gearboxes
  • Brake discs, callipers and suspension parts
  • Interior parts (seats, dashboards, trim)
  • Wheels, tyres and alloy sets
  • Body panels, wings, doors and bonnets
  • Carburettors, manifolds and exhausts
  • Boxes of mixed spares
  • Vintage number plates and accessories
  • Tools and workshop equipment

If you are clearing out a property, downsizing your collection or simply finished with a long-term project, we can take all parts in one visit.

Crashed volvo on the back of a recovery truck

Top Prices Paid for Classic Cars and Parts

We understand the value of classic vehicles and components. Unlike some general scrap companies, we have experience with older models, restoration projects and vintage spares. This allows us to offer:

  • Fair, accurate pricing
  • Same-day quotes
  • Honest advice
  • Cash or bank transfer
  • Immediate payment
  • No pressure to sell

We always aim to beat genuine offers from traders, online buyers and other collectors.

Classic Cars Stuck in Garages or Hard-to-Reach Areas

Many people contact us because they have a classic car that has not moved in decades. It is common for vehicles to be:

  • Boxed in by clutter
  • Surrounded by years of tools and parts
  • Stuck behind broken doors or blocked access
  • Located in garages with no room to manoeuvre
  • Sunk into garden soil
  • Stored in sheds with limited space

We specialise in solving these kinds of problems.

Our Hiab and recovery equipment allows us to:

  • Lift non-rolling vehicles
  • Extract cars from tight garages
  • Remove cars from gardens and soft ground
  • Load fragile or incomplete vehicles safely
  • Work around low ceilings and narrow entrances

No situation is too awkward. We pride ourselves on being able to remove cars that others cannot.

Areas We Cover

From Abbey Wood, we are perfectly located to reach customers quickly throughout South East London, including:

Plumstead, Woolwich, Thamesmead, Bexley, Charlton, Greenwich, Eltham, Sidcup, Lewisham, Bromley, Orpington and further afield when required.

If you are outside South East London, we can still help. Additional mileage charges may apply, but these are always made clear before booking.

No. We collect classic cars in any condition, including non-runners, rolling shells and vehicles without engines.

Yes. We specialise in difficult access situations and can use Hiab lifting or careful extraction methods.

We can buy individual items or entire collections. We offer fair prices for both.

That is not a problem. We can still collect the vehicle and complete the necessary paperwork.

Absolutely. We buy everything from full restorations to half-complete builds and stripped-down shells.

Why Choose Us for Classic Car Collections?

  • Experience with vintage and classic vehicles
  • Specialist equipment for delicate or non-rolling cars
  • Honest prices and clear communication
  • Fast and reliable service
  • Full paperwork handling
  • Friendly, respectful and careful approach
  • Ability to clear garages and remove all related items
  • Local experts with strong knowledge of older models

We take pride in offering a professional and reliable classic car collection service that customers trust.

Call Us Today to Discuss Your Classic Car

For quotes, advice or to arrange a collection, call 07419 622 141.
You can also send photos by WhatsApp for a fast assessment.