Very good 240 SE Estate in our breakers - Page 2

LankyTim · Nov 1st, 2009, 13:09

I can 100% confirm that scrappage cars CAN be broken for spares but the bodyshell can never return to the road and must be scrapped. There is NO legislation that forbids scrappage cars being broken up by the scrap metal dealer who recieves the car. The car must be complete when its traded in under the scrappage scheme however (i.e be running and driving)

Indivudual scrap yards may decide not to sell parts and simply crush the cars due to the sheer number of scrappage cars being recieved. Ive heard of many yards keeping newer stuff to break for spares but crushing older cars that are of limited spares value as they enter the yard.

cumbrianmale · Nov 1st, 2009, 13:17

I have sent the following email.

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Originally Posted by email

Hello

I am a member of a car club and commented on the website that there were some good low mileage vehicles in my local scrap yard. This has prompted a debate about whether parts are allowed to be sold from these vehicles or they must be destroyed in their entirety.

From your FAQ's;

"I'm a scrap dealer, can I be registered to receive scrap cars?

You need to be licensed as an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF) by the Environment Agency in order to treat End of Life Vehicles (ELVs). If you are already an ATF, there is no need to register separately."

My breaker is a registered ATF so can you clarify the situation?

Are parts from cars taken under the scrappage scheme allowed to be sold?
May I publish your reply on our website to inform our member of the official stance?
I look forward to your reply.

Kind regards,

Simon

I will update when I have a reply.

cumbrianmale · Nov 1st, 2009, 17:57

I can confirm that it has only 50K on the clock and the door cards are in the boot. Looks like drivers window has gone and glove box is gone, navy blue pinstrip plush interior looks very clean. Tail lights are gone as I have just taken them for a member.

john h · Nov 2nd, 2009, 18:30

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Originally Posted by c_lee

I agree - keep as many 240 parts in circulation/available as possible.

Very difficult to find 240's in scrapyards any-more.

The last time I was looking for something unusual a couple of years ago even my local ( Wigan ) small Volvo specialist mechanic/breaker said he doesn't seem to get 240's any-more and even when he does it is not usually financially viable to keep them for long because of low demand and limited space.

When I was looking for a PS rack in a scrapyard recently ( not physically driving round them you understand ) I used a service on the web that sent a request to participating scrapyards.

I only had about 4 replies NATIONWIDE !!!!

If I was in desperate need of anything major I'd be PMing you for the location of the yard.

Colin

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Coiln, this one's in Wigan:

1978 244 being broken... looks far too good to break. Maybe also a scrapage scheme victim?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/volvo-244-salo...item1e58eaa608

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/volvo-244-salo...item1e58e749c8

John

volvo145 · Nov 2nd, 2009, 19:48

This is what i received today from the horses mouth.

Provided the vehicle has been initially treated at an ATF (battery & fluids removed), which would mean that it would no longer be classed as hazardous waste, and a CoD issued the scrapping process could stop at that stage, although the vehicle should not be put back on the road even if this is possible.

The vehicle could then be passed to a third party (the "displayer"), although it would be worth them checking first any implications with the Environment Agency since the vehicle would still be considered as waste, although not hazardous waste.

Just shows what a waste of money and good motors this scheme is.
What is there to stop Trotters enterprise from buying the vehicle for spares.

c_lee · Nov 2nd, 2009, 22:04

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Originally Posted by john h

Coiln, this one's in Wigan:

1978 244 being broken... looks far too good to break. Maybe also a scrapage scheme victim?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/volvo-244-salo...item1e58eaa608

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/volvo-244-salo...item1e58e749c8

John

Looks to be quite a good un too on appearance John.

I'm not actually looking for anything at the moment though but I'll watch the auction.

Strangely your links didn't work for me - here is the auction page - link looks the same but works, how odd.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/volvo-244-salo...item1e58eaa608

Colin

LankyTim · Nov 3rd, 2009, 19:02

That 244 looks to be owned by a banger driver, I bet its for sale for the right price!

dan 244 · Nov 3rd, 2009, 22:43

I have sent him an e.mail, asking why it was being broken, end of last week, and that I would be interested in whole car, had no response. The 244 on e.bay that is.

Nov 1st, 2009, 13:09	#11
LankyTim Missing the point Last Online: Feb 5th, 2023 23:12 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Stoke-On-Trent View Photos By: LankyTim	I can 100% confirm that scrappage cars CAN be broken for spares but the bodyshell can never return to the road and must be scrapped. There is NO legislation that forbids scrappage cars being broken up by the scrap metal dealer who recieves the car. The car must be complete when its traded in under the scrappage scheme however (i.e be running and driving) Indivudual scrap yards may decide not to sell parts and simply crush the cars due to the sheer number of scrappage cars being recieved. Ive heard of many yards keeping newer stuff to break for spares but crushing older cars that are of limited spares value as they enter the yard. __________________ Tim 1968 Volvo 145 long term project. Currently without a Volvo daily driver.

Nov 1st, 2009, 17:57	#13
cumbrianmale Forum Support Team Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 12:22 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep in Makem territory	I can confirm that it has only 50K on the clock and the door cards are in the boot. Looks like drivers window has gone and glove box is gone, navy blue pinstrip plush interior looks very clean. Tail lights are gone as I have just taken them for a member. __________________ Current 04 S80 D5 SE Auto 03 S80 D5 SE Man Previous Volvos 90 240 GL B230FB Auto 96 940 CD 13 V40 D2 R-design 89 745 GLE 98 V90 3.0 24v 98 945 Celebration Auto 96 965 SE Auto 86 744 GL 81 244 DL

Nov 3rd, 2009, 19:02	#17
LankyTim Missing the point Last Online: Feb 5th, 2023 23:12 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Stoke-On-Trent View Photos By: LankyTim	That 244 looks to be owned by a banger driver, I bet its for sale for the right price! __________________ Tim 1968 Volvo 145 long term project. Currently without a Volvo daily driver.

Nov 2nd, 2009, 19:48	#15
volvo145 Premier Member Last Online: Dec 23rd, 2019 19:31 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: UK	This is what i received today from the horses mouth. Provided the vehicle has been initially treated at an ATF (battery & fluids removed), which would mean that it would no longer be classed as hazardous waste, and a CoD issued the scrapping process could stop at that stage, although the vehicle should not be put back on the road even if this is possible. The vehicle could then be passed to a third party (the "displayer"), although it would be worth them checking first any implications with the Environment Agency since the vehicle would still be considered as waste, although not hazardous waste. Just shows what a waste of money and good motors this scheme is. What is there to stop Trotters enterprise from buying the vehicle for spares.

Nov 3rd, 2009, 22:43	#18
dan 244 Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 23:44 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Norwich	I have sent him an e.mail, asking why it was being broken, end of last week, and that I would be interested in whole car, had no response. The 244 on e.bay that is.

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