Step 1: Collection from Your Property
After you accept our quote, we dispatch our tow truck to your home, office, or rural property. You don’t need to move the vehicle — our team handles it all. We pay you on the spot and help with the paperwork.
Step 2: Hazardous Material Disposal
At our Whakatane facility, we drain:
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Engine and gearbox oil
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Petrol or diesel
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Brake and transmission fluid
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Coolant
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Aircon gas (refrigerants)
These are stored and disposed of in accordance with NZ environmental regulations.
Step 3: Salvaging Parts for Reuse
We then remove all reusable and valuable parts such as:
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Engines and transmissions
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Alternators and batteries
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Doors, windows, and mirrors
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Wheels and tyres
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Headlights and bumpers
These are cleaned, tested, and resold to mechanics or car owners looking for second-hand parts.
Step 4: Crushing and Shredding
After the car is stripped, the remaining metal shell is crushed and sent to shredding facilities. We recover:
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Steel
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Aluminium
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Copper
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Plastics and rubbers
These are recycled and reused in various industries.
Step 5: Over 90% Recycled
Our advanced recycling process allows us to reuse over 90% of the vehicle. This keeps harmful materials out of landfills and helps reduce the demand for raw materials.
📞 Want to get rid of your scrap car the eco-friendly way? Call us today or visit https://carwreckerswhakatane.co.nz/ to book your pickup.
