Accident damage • Severe structural damage • Insurance write-off
Cash for Cars: Statutory Write-Off Melbourne
If your vehicle has been listed as a statutory write-off, you usually cannot put it back on the road. That does not mean it is worthless. Many statutory write-offs still have value for parts and materials.
What is a statutory write-off?
In simple terms, a statutory write-off is a vehicle that is considered too damaged to be safely repaired for re-registration. These cars are typically not allowed to return to the road, but they can still be sold for salvage value.
Common reasons a car becomes a statutory write-off
- Severe structural damage after an accident
- Fire, flood, or major corrosion damage
- Damage that affects the vehicle’s safety integrity
- Insurance assessment that deems it unsafe to repair
Why statutory write-offs still have value
- Reusable parts (depending on condition)
- Metals and materials that can be recovered
- Components that support recycling and reuse streams
- Convenience: avoiding private-sale headaches
How selling a statutory write-off works
A straightforward flow designed for Melbourne sellers who want clarity.
Share the details
Tell us the vehicle basics, the write-off status (if known), and your suburb.
Receive an offer
We provide an obligation-free quote based on the information you provide.
Lock in a time
We organise a suitable pick-up time based on Melbourne scheduling and availability.
Handover and payment
We confirm the final steps at handover and complete payment once everything is agreed.
What to have ready
Make/model/year, suburb, and a short damage summary.
If you are unsure
We can still quote based on your description and what you know.
Prefer to talk?
Call and we’ll walk you through the details.
FAQs
Quick answers about statutory write-off cars in Melbourne.
Can you buy a statutory write-off that does not run?
Yes. Many statutory write-offs are not running. Condition details help set a realistic offer.
Do I need paperwork to request a quote?
No. A quote can be based on details you provide. If you have documentation, it can help with accuracy.
Is the quote obligation-free?
Yes. You can request a quote and decide if it suits you.