Holden stopped selling new vehicles in Australia in 2020 and the brand was retired entirely, which has quietly changed the maths on every Holden still on the road. Parts are harder to source and dealer support has gone, so repairs that were once routine now often cost more than the car is worth. That makes used Holden parts genuinely valuable, and it is why we still actively buy them.
Holden Models We Buy
Commodore
Colorado
Astra
Cruze
Captiva
Trax
Rodeo
Ute
Statesman
Caprice
Barina
Viva
Epica
Combo
Frontera
Jackaroo
Monaro
Trailblazer
Acadia
Equinox
Spark
Insignia
Cascada
Calais
Berlina
SS
SV6
& All Other Models
*We buy all Holden models, including those not listed above. Passenger cars,
SUVs, 4x4s, Utes, and Vans.
How The Process Works
1
Get a Quote
Call us for a specialised quote for your
Holden.
2
Book Pickup
We come to you—home, work, or mechanic.
3
Get Paid
Instant payment verification before towing.
What We Commonly See on Holdens in Canberra
Commodore V6s with timing chain wear and oil consumption
Captiva diesels where the repair cost has passed the car’s value
Cruze with turbo, coolant or thermostat housing failures
Older Astra and Barina at the end of their economic life
Any Holden where the required part is no longer readily available
Utes and wagons kept running long past what was sensible
Holden Parts Are Getting Harder to Find
With Holden gone from Australian showrooms since 2021, dealer parts support keeps shrinking and independent mechanics increasingly rely on wreckers to keep VE and VF Commodores, Astras and Colorados on the road. That growing scarcity works in your favour — a Holden that's no longer worth repairing can still be genuinely valuable to us for its parts.
Common Issues We See (And Still Buy)
Cruze and Captiva owners often come to us with known timing chain tensioner or head gasket problems, and older Commodores frequently have high kilometres or transmission wear. None of that reduces our interest — dead or alive, we'll make an offer and tow it away for free.
A Brand That No Longer Exists, and What That Did to Parts
General Motors retired the Holden badge in 2020, three years after the last Australian-built Commodore came off the line at Elizabeth. That has an effect most owners never think about until they try to fix one: nothing new is being made, and the supply of used parts is now finite and shrinking.
For a Holden that is past repair, this cuts in the owner's favour. Every VE and VF Commodore that goes to scrap makes the next one slightly more valuable, because the pool of donor cars only ever gets smaller. Panels, interior trim, tail-lights, diffs and good six-cylinder engines are all harder to find each year, and that scarcity is real money rather than nostalgia.
Commodores, Fleets and Canberra
Canberra ran on Commodores for two decades. Government departments, police, hire fleets and taxis all bought them in volume, which is why the ACT still has a high concentration of high-kilometre VE and VF sedans and wagons in private hands, several owners removed from the fleet that first bought them.
Those cars tend to reach us the same way: a car that has been perfectly serviceable for years develops something expensive — a timing chain, a transmission, a rusted subframe — and the repair is worth more than a car nobody is building any more. We take them running or not, and the six-cylinder driveline is usually the most valuable thing on the vehicle.
Cruze, Captiva and the Cars With a Reputation
Not every Holden is a Commodore, and the later imported models are a different conversation. The Cruze in particular developed a reputation among ACT owners for cooling system and thermostat trouble, and the Captiva for issues expensive enough that a car with plenty of body left is simply not worth repairing.
We buy them regardless, and it is worth saying plainly that a car with a poor reputation is not worth less to us for having one. We are buying metal, parts and the components that still work — not the model's résumé. If a Cruze has stopped and the quote has ended the argument, that is a normal reason to call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Now that Holden is gone, is my car worthless?
The opposite. The brand was retired in 2020, dealer parts support has ended, and every Holden still on the road now depends on the used market for spares. That has pushed demand for good second-hand Holden parts up, which is why we actively chase them rather than treating them as scrap.
Will you buy a Commodore with timing chain wear or heavy oil use?
Yes. Timing chain wear and oil consumption on the V6 are the two faults that bring most Commodores to us, and neither affects what we pay in any meaningful way. The body, interior, suspension and drivetrain components are all still saleable.
What about a Captiva or Cruze that is not worth fixing?
Those are two of the most common Holdens we collect. A turbo, coolant housing or thermostat failure on a Cruze, or a diesel repair on a Captiva, very quickly costs more than the car. We buy them running or not.
Do you want Holdens for parts or just for scrap metal?
Both, and which one applies changes what we pay. A complete Commodore, Astra or Colorado is worth more to us dismantled than melted, because the parts have somewhere to go. A stripped shell with the engine and gearbox already removed is a metal job and priced accordingly.
Is my Holden worth more now that the brand has closed?
For parts, often yes. Nothing new is being manufactured, so the supply of used Commodore panels, trim, lights and driveline components only shrinks from here. That scarcity is real and it does support what we can pay, particularly for a complete car with a sound six-cylinder engine.
Do you buy Cruzes and Captivas, given their reputation?
Yes, and the reputation does not reduce the offer. We are buying recoverable parts and metal, not the model's record. A Cruze that has overheated or a Captiva with an expensive fault is a perfectly normal car for us to collect.
What if my Commodore has been sitting for years and will not start?
That is one of the most common Holden calls we get. It does not need to start, hold air in its tyres or be able to roll. We bring a tilt-tray, and a car that has not moved in five years is collected the same way as one that drove yesterday.
Do I need a roadworthy certificate?
No, you do not. Since we are a licensed motor vehicle dealer buying cars for wrecking or resale, we purchase them "as-is". This saves you the time and money of getting an inspection.
How quickly can you pick up my car?
We often offer same-day service! If you call us in the morning, we can usually collect your vehicle by the afternoon. We can also schedule a specific time that works for you.
How much is my scrap car worth?
The value depends on the make, model, weight, and condition of the vehicle. We offer competitive rates based on current metal prices and parts demand. Call us for a free quote!
Do you buy unregistered, written-off, or non-running cars?
Yes. Unregistered, written-off, flood or hail damaged, and vehicles that don’t start are all accepted. We handle the ownership transfer paperwork and can advise on cancelling registration, so there’s nothing extra for you to organise.
I still owe finance on my car - can you still buy it?
It depends on the payout figure owing versus the value of the car. Give us a call and we’ll talk through your specific situation — in many cases the finance needs to be settled as part of the sale, and we can explain exactly how that works before you commit to anything.
I've lost my number plates - is that a problem?
Not usually. We can talk you through reporting missing plates when we arrange the ownership transfer, so it doesn’t hold up the sale or leave you exposed to fines or tolls on plates that are no longer on the car.
The car isn't registered in my name - can I still sell it?
This comes up often with inherited vehicles or family cars. If you’re the executor of an estate or otherwise legally authorised to sell the vehicle, we can complete the sale — just mention your situation when you call so we can explain exactly what’s needed.
I have more than one car to sell - can you take them together?
Yes, we regularly collect multiple vehicles from the same property in one visit — a common scenario for deceased estates, business fleets, or a household clearing out several old cars at once. Let us know how many when you call so we can plan the pickup properly.
Am I obligated to accept the quote once I get one?
Not at all. Every quote is free and obligation-free. You’re welcome to compare it against other offers before deciding, and there’s no pressure or cost involved in simply asking what your car is worth.
How is this different from just weighing my car in at a scrap metal yard?
A pure scrap metal price only accounts for the weight of the steel. We factor in reusable parts, make and model demand, and current market conditions as well, which is usually why our offer comes in higher than a straight per-tonne scrap price — plus we come to you and tow it for free.
What areas do you actually cover?
Every ACT district — Belconnen, Gungahlin, Tuggeranong, Woden Valley, Inner North, Inner South, Weston Creek and Molonglo Valley — plus Queanbeyan and the surrounding NSW region. If you’re unsure whether your specific street is covered, just give us a call; the answer is almost always yes.
Do you buy motorcycles, trailers, or only cars?
Our focus is passenger cars, SUVs, utes, and vans, including business and fleet vehicles. If you have something outside that range, give us a call and we’ll let you know honestly whether it’s something we can help with.
