Yes, junk car buyers will buy a car with no transmission. The engine, catalytic converter, body parts, and scrap metal still have value. Offers will be reduced, but not as bad as a missing engine since transmissions are worth less.
Value without a transmission:
- Engine: $200 to $1,000+
- Catalytic converter: $100 to $400+
- Body panels: $100 to $500 total
- Interior: $50 to $200
- Scrap metal: $100 to $200
Transmissions can get removed during a failed repair attempt, if they were swapped into another vehicle, or sold separately for a higher value. Automatic transmissions are worth more than manual ones, but the reduction of a vehicle is by about $150 to $500 either way.
If you're thinking of having your transmission removed to sell separately, calculate if it's worth the effort. Complete vehicles sell for more to a junk car buyer.
Make sure you disclose that information if you are missing your transmission. Buyers need accurate information so if they find that anything was hidden that will lead to reduced offers and distrust.
