How To Sell Your Junk Car At A Scrapyard Near You

When we hear “junk,” our first thought isn’t usually money. But if you’ve got a “junk car” sitting in your driveway, it should be.

Just because your car doesn’t drive anymore doesn’t mean it’s worthless. In fact, even a rusty old frame has some value left being recycled. You deserve to get the fair value of your car regardless of its condition — all you’ll need to do is learn how.

Why Sell To A Junkyard?

If you’ve only ever upgraded from cars in working order, the prospect of selling your vehicle to a junkyard might be off-putting or intimidating. After all, the name causes many people to conflate scrapyards with garbage dumps. In reality, the two are very different businesses with different functions.

When a car goes to a scrapyard, it starts the next phase of its new life. Professionals will first break down the car into its different components. All fluids in the car are drained and disposed of properly, which prevents the soil and water contamination that disposal of the car in a dump would cause.

The car is then separated into parts that can be sold, parts that can be recycled, and parts that can’t be reused. The parts that can be resold will go on to used part distributors, saving other drivers money on expensive car parts and lowering demand on the manufacturing processes.

Recyclable parts like metal and rubber will be melted down and used in other products. The parts of your car that can’t be recycled will then be compressed into a chunk no larger than your fist! That saves a lot of valuable real estate in the local landfill.

Preparing For Sale

One of the big benefits of selling your car to a junkyard rather than privately or through trade-in is that there’s less prep work required on your end. Your car is going to be broken down, so there’s not the same pressure to have it in perfect sale condition. That said, there are still a few steps you should take to get ready to sell your car.

The first is making sure you’ve got your title available. If you can’t find your title, don’t worry. You’ll just need to order a copy from your local DMV.

The specific requirements you need may vary from state to state, but as a general rule, you should need to submit a copy of your license and registration as well as the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), plate number, and title number for the vehicle in question.

The VIN is 17 digits long and can be found looking through the driver’s side of your windshield. The title number is eight digits long and can be found on your registration.

Once you’ve got a copy of your title, you’ll just need to ready your vehicle. Do a thorough check to make sure you’ve removed all personal effects. Don’t forget areas like the center console and glove compartment! Next, take some pictures of your car. Include any relevant damage. Once your photo shoot is done, you’ll have everything you need to get quotes.

Getting A Quote

Despite the fact that most of our daily lives now involve the internet in some capacity, and that online tools have streamlined most industries, many people still don’t think of the Internet as the best way to sell their vehicles. However, the auto industry has been flourishing online as the number of options to buy and sell vehicles has exploded in recent years. With all of these options, how should you know where or how to find a quote?

Traditionally, getting quotes from junkyards has involved calling every number listed locally to ask for a quote. This process is time-consuming and requires some level of knowledge from the car owner to ensure their quote is fair and accurate. The unfortunate truth is also that there are a number of disreputable scrapyards out there who take advantage of the fact that most drivers aren’t knowledgeable about junk cars or the recycling process.

At JunkCarMasters.com, we specialize in damaged vehicles. That means we’re better prepared than anyone to give you a fair and accurate quote. We only work with reputable junkyards in your area, so you can rest easy knowing you’re protected from common scrapyard scams.

To get a quote with JunkCarMasters, all we need is your VIN and photos of your car. Our quotes are available in just 90 seconds! Plus, our quotes are guaranteed for seven days. The price you’re paid is always the price you’re quoted, and you’ll have time to consider or prepare if necessary.

Make Your Sale!

Once you’ve accepted your quote, you’ll be ready to sell! Simply schedule your free pickup at a time and date most convenient for you. We can usually schedule your pickup in 24-48 hours, so you can have your car sold in a matter of days. One of our professional drivers will arrive at your scheduled time with your payment to receive your keys and sign over your title. Sell with JunkCarMasters today!