1Overview#
For scrap yards, car buyers and recyclers who buy old, damaged or non-running vehicles. The owner tells you about the vehicle and sends four photos, and you reply with what you'll pay and when you can collect it.
Questions17
PhotosYes
AddressOne address
Request numbersSC-…
Scrap car buyers: vehicle details and 4 photo sides, you send a cash offer.
2What your customers are asked#
The form has 2 steps plus photos, then sending. Everything below can be renamed, hidden or made optional in Settings → Form fields.
Vehicle Details
| Question | Type | Options & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle MakeRequired | Dropdown (or type) | A searchable list; customers can also type their own answer. |
| Vehicle ModelRequired | Dropdown (or type) | A searchable list; customers can also type their own answer. |
| YearRequired | Dropdown | A searchable list; customers can also type their own answer. Customers can also type an exact number |
| Vehicle TypeRequired | Dropdown | CarSUV / JeepPickupVan / minibusTruck / BusMotorcycle / scooterOther Customers can also type an exact number |
| ConditionRequired | Dropdown | RunningNot runningAccident damagedBurnt / flood damagedParts missing (engine etc.)Body / shell only Customers can also type an exact number |
| Approx. MileageOptional | Number | |
| Registration documentsRequired | Pick one | AvailableSome missingNot available |
| Can the vehicle be driven?Required | Pick one | YesNo, needs towingNot sure |
| Keys available?Optional | Pick one | YesNo |
| Are you the registered owner?Optional | Pick one | Yes, it's mineFor family / a friendCompany vehicle |
Vehicle Photos
Photo tiles: Front View, Back View, Left Side View, Right Side View, plus extra photos. Tip shown to customers: Tip: stand back so the whole car fits in the photo. You can take photos straight from your phone camera.
Your Contact Information
| Question | Type | Options & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full NameRequired | Short answer | |
| WhatsApp / PhoneRequired | Phone | Local numbers are turned into international format automatically |
| Email AddressOptional | ||
| Pickup LocationRequired | Address + map | |
| Preferred Pickup DateOptional | Date picker | |
| Preferred TimeOptional | Pick one | Morning (9–12)Afternoon (12–4)Evening (4–8)Any time |
| Anything else the buyer should know?Optional | Long answer |
Why these questions
- Make, model and year tell you the scrap weight and which parts are worth reselling.
- Condition and Can it be driven? decide whether you need a tow truck and how much the parts are worth.
- Documents and registered owner protect you: never buy a vehicle without proof the seller may sell it.
- Four photo sides (front, back, left, right) let you spot missing parts and damage before you go.
3Set it up#
- Choose Scrap Car in the setup wizard. Already using another niche? Your niche → Change niche, then confirm by typing Scrap Car, with "Load this niche's starter texts" ticked.
- Settings → Region & photos: set Minimum photos to 2 or more. Photos are what make a fast, accurate offer possible.
- Settings → Requests: add your WhatsApp number. Sellers like quick answers, and WhatsApp is the fastest.
- Settings → Form fields: switch on Your expected price if you want sellers to say what they expect. It helps you decide quickly, but some sellers then aim high.
- Settings → Page texts: in Why choose us, mention free collection and same-day payment only if you really offer them.
Recommended theme: Classic
Car sellers are everyday people on their phones. Classic's big tiles with icons and the colourful banner feel friendly and quick.
4Page texts#
These starter texts are loaded with the niche. Make them yours in Settings → Page texts.
| Text | Starter wording |
|---|---|
| Banner title | Get a Free Quote for Your Scrap Car |
| Banner text | Tell us about your vehicle and we'll send you an offer. No obligation. |
| Tagline | Get a Free Quote · Simple · Quick |
| Header badges | Free Offer | No obligation We Collect | From your address Simple Form | Takes about 2 minutes |
| Why choose us | Offers based on your photos and details Collection from your address We explain the paperwork Non-running vehicles welcome |
Make them yours
- Put your city in the banner title, for example "Sell Your Car for Cash in Dallas". It helps on Google and reassures sellers.
- Say how you pay (cash, bank transfer) and how fast you collect in the header badges.
- In the FAQ, explain which documents the seller needs to hand over in your country.
5Reading a request#
Each request opens with a quick assessment: coloured flags for what matters most in this trade.
- Condition: Not running, Accident damaged is flagged as needing attention (cost, access or risk).
- Towing: No, needs towing is flagged as needing attention (cost, access or risk).
- Documents: Some missing is flagged as needing attention (cost, access or risk).
- Photos: green when every photo tile is filled, amber when only some are.
- Pickup: highlighted when it is today or tomorrow, so you can plan quickly.
- Keys: No is flagged as needing attention (cost, access or risk).
- Owner: shown for quick reading.
- Location: shows whether the customer set an exact map pin, which makes directions easy.
What to look at first
- Documents first: "Not available" means you may not be able to buy it, so check before making an offer.
- Can it be driven? "No, needs towing" adds your towing cost.
- Look at the four photos for missing parts (engine, wheels, battery) that change the value.
- Owner: "For family / a friend" or "Company vehicle" means you'll need written permission from the registered owner.
Statuses for this niche
New · Contacted · Offer sent · Pickup booked · Completed · Lost / declined
6Pricing your quote#
Start from what the vehicle is worth to you as scrap metal, then add what you can earn from parts, and take off your costs.
- Scrap value comes from the vehicle's weight (make, model and type) at today's metal price.
- Parts value is higher for running vehicles and popular models.
- Take off towing (when it can't be driven), and anything missing in the photos.
- Give one clear price and say it's valid for a few days, because metal prices change.
These are ways to think about price, not market prices. Use your own costs and local rates.
7Messages to customers#
Your quote message is filled in automatically when you send a quote on WhatsApp. This is the starter template (Settings → Page texts):
Hi {name}, thank you for your request {ref} for your {title}.
Our offer is *{amount}*, including collection.
Reply YES to book a pickup time. {business}
Asking for more photos
Hi [name], thank you for your request. Could you send a photo of the engine bay and the dashboard (showing the mileage)? Then we can give you our best price today.
Follow-up after a quote
Hi [name], just checking if you had a chance to think about our offer for your [vehicle]. We can collect this week and pay on the spot. Reply YES to book.
8Get more requests#
- Put your form link in your Google Business Profile as the website or booking link.
- Post in local buy-and-sell groups: "Old car? Get an offer in minutes" with your link.
- Use the link in your WhatsApp Business profile and status.
9Launch checklist#
- Minimum photos set to at least 2.
- WhatsApp number added, and "Send via WhatsApp" switched on.
- Banner title mentions your city.
- FAQ explains the documents a seller needs.
- Send one test request from your phone and check it arrives by WhatsApp and email.
Need the general setup steps? See the main user guide.