Most junk cars sell for $100 to $1,000 in current market conditions. The exact amount depends on your vehicle’s weight, condition, location, and current scrap metal prices. Larger vehicles like trucks and SUVs typically bring higher offers than compact cars due to their greater metal content.
Factors that determine your junk car’s current value:
- Vehicle weight (heavier cars contain more valuable scrap metal)
- Current steel and scrap metal prices
- Condition of major components (engine, transmission, catalytic converter)
- Make and model (some parts are in higher demand)
- Your location and proximity to salvage yards
Scrap metal prices fluctuate weekly based on global demand. When steel prices rise, junk car values increase. When prices drop, offers decrease. Check current scrap car prices to see what buyers are paying in your area today.
A non-running sedan with no valuable parts might bring $150 to $300. A complete truck with a good engine could fetch $800 to $1,500 or more. Vehicles with intact catalytic converters are worth more than those without.
Get quotes from multiple buyers to find the best current offer. Prices vary between junkyards, scrap yards, and online buyers.
