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As someone deeply involved in the car industry, particularly in buying junk cars, I’ve always been intrigued by the stories behind why people decide to let go of their vehicles. Each car, like its owner, has a unique history—some filled with years of reliable service, others abruptly ending in mechanical failures that render them beyond […]

Rust on your vehicle isn’t just unsightly—it’s a sign your car needs help. This article cuts straight to the chase, offering hands-on solutions for how to get rid of rust on a vehicle. No gimmicks or detours; just practical, step-by-step guidance to tackle rust effectively and maintain your vehicle’s durability. Let’s dive in. Key Takeaways

The time has come. The car that was just barely getting you around will no longer do its job. It may have a LOT of miles on it, be many years old, and is not worth much – and it sure isn’t worth fixing. If your car is in this type of near-terminal condition, you

People junk cars for various reasons. But at the end of the day, “junk cars” are usually old, damaged, beyond repair, or unsafe to drive.  Junk Car Medics looked at the top junked car brands, models, and vehicles in 2023.  Let’s dive in. Key Findings Ford and Chevrolet had the highest percentages of junked cars

After you have made peace with owning a junk car, the next step is getting cash for your junk car. You can use numerous avenues to sell your junk car, but finding the best one for you will get you the best offer. Craigslist has been a popular place to sell vehicles for many years.

Different states have different criteria for a car to be labeled junk. Nevertheless, the standard definition of a junk car states when a vehicle’s repair cost exceeds its market value, it is considered junk. If your vehicle gets damaged and is no longer safe to drive, you must decide whether to repair or junk it.

Do you have a junk vehicle? Whether your old car is still running or it’s sputtered its last breath and now sits dormant in your garage, it may be time to consider freeing up space by getting rid of it. But you might be asking, “Should I junk my car or donate my car?” Use

If you have an old or unreliable car, your first thought might be that it would be best sold for parts rather than selling it privately or to a junkyard. Maybe you’ve had good luck doing this before and want to know the best strategy. Or maybe you’re just interested in which parts will net

Since scrapped cars are all about metal and scrapping is all about crushing, you might think of your junk car as just going off to something like a wood chipper after it has reached the end of its life (only for steel and iron). But the process is more involved than this. After all, this

Who pays the most for junk cars is a common question that the Junk Car Medics staff always hears because we buy junk cars. The vehicle, location, and condition determine who pays the most for junk cars. Junk Car Medics is typically the best place to sell a junk car for the most cash. Junk

We all know car dealerships for what they do—deal with cars. Dealerships sell new or gently used vehicles, but they are also in the business of buying them. You might think you’ll be hitting two birds with one stone by selling your junk car to the dealer for a new one but don’t. We’re here

Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents A Tour Of The Parts On Your Car That Are Most Valuable To Scrap If you have a car that’s a good candidate for the junkyard, you may be thinking about the best way to get the greatest possible value out of

The metal in a car becomes the most lucrative aspect of a end-of-life vehicle. When it’s time to junk a car, the value is primarily determined by the amount of scrap metal in the car. Understanding the most valuable scrap metals in a car and their makeup can help you maximize the value of a

You might be thinking about your old car and what to do with it. You don’t want it taking up space in your garage or driveway, but you’re not sure trading it in for a new one is the best option. You may also wonder what to do with old car makes and models that

A junk car, also termed a scrap car, is a vehicle that may still run but is unsafe due to significant damage or mechanical failure. These cars are not worth repairing and are typically unsuitable for use on public roads. Its remaining value lies in the parts that can be salvaged and the scrap metal