When a vehicle has reached the end of its practical life, Arrow Auto dismantles it carefully and systematically rather than simply scrapping it whole. Each vehicle is worked through component by component, so parts still in usable condition can be identified and recovered rather than going to waste. This process is handled by people who understand vehicles, not treated as a rushed teardown.
Once usable components have been recovered, the remaining materials are processed responsibly, in line with good environmental practice. This approach means fewer vehicles ending up as unnecessary landfill waste, and more materials given a second life, whether through reused parts or properly recycled metal and materials.
- Component-by-component dismantling
- Usable parts recovered where possible
- Remaining materials processed responsibly
- Environmentally conscious approach throughout
How car wrecking works at Arrow Auto
- Collection. We collect the vehicle from you, towing it if it cannot be driven.
- Assessment. The vehicle is assessed so that components still in good condition can be identified.
- Dismantling. Components are removed one by one, so that parts are recovered carefully rather than damaged in a rushed teardown.
- Recycling. What cannot be reused is processed responsibly as recyclable material.
Which vehicles are suitable for wrecking?
Wrecking is for vehicles that have reached the end of their practical life. That includes cars and trucks that are damaged in an accident, have failed beyond economical repair, or have been unused for so long that restoring them is no longer realistic. If you are not sure whether your vehicle is worth selling or is better suited to wrecking, tell us about it and we will explain your options.
Why dismantling matters
A vehicle contains a large amount of material that still has value. Recovering usable components and recycling metal and other materials keeps them in use for longer and reduces the amount of waste that ends up in landfill. It is a more responsible alternative to leaving a vehicle to rot on a property, and it frees up your space at the same time.
Selling your vehicle for wrecking
If you have a vehicle you would like to sell to us, the process is the same as for a standard sale: you send us your details, we confirm a fair offer and pickup arrangements, and we collect it. Our car removal and truck removal pages explain the process in more detail, and our towing service covers vehicles that cannot be driven.
Frequently asked questions
What happens to my vehicle after I sell it?
It is dismantled component by component. Usable parts are recovered where possible and the remaining materials are processed responsibly.
Do you take vehicles that no longer run?
Yes. We accept vehicles in any condition and arrange suitable collection or towing.
Is wrecking an environmentally responsible option?
Recovering parts and recycling materials means less of the vehicle ends up as waste, which is why we dismantle systematically rather than scrapping vehicles whole.
How do I get started?
Send us your vehicle details through our online form or call us. We will review them and come back to you with an offer.
Get your free quote online or call us on 0800 121 177 and we will take it from there.
Car wrecker, truck wrecker, ute wrecker and van wrecker
Arrow Auto works as an auto wrecker and vehicle wrecker for every common vehicle type. Whether you need a car wrecker, truck wrecker, ute wrecker or van wrecker, the process is the same: we collect the vehicle, assess it, dismantle it component by component, and recycle what cannot be reused.
You may also hear the same service described as dismantling or breaking. We act as an auto dismantler for cars, trucks, utes and vans, and as a car breaker, truck breaker, ute breaker and van breaker. If you have a vehicle you would like to sell for wrecking, see our pages on cars, trucks, utes and vans, or browse the areas we serve across New Zealand.