Cash for Cars in San Francisco, CA
Our San Francisco junk car buyers provide the easiest path to turning your unwanted vehicle into immediate cash. Get top dollar payouts in the area, complimentary removal, and payment right when we pick up. Receive an instant offer online or by phone in just 2 minutes and sell your car as quickly as today, without any complications.
Highest Cash for Cars in San Francisco, CA
Skip the disappointing offers and salvage yard frustrations. Junk Car Medics consistently delivers the best cash for cars in San Francisco. Your junk car's value is calculated based on its parts potential, metal content, and resale opportunities. We never surprise you with hidden costs, our quotes are guaranteed, and we'll exceed or equal any valid competitor's offer in the Bay Area. Turn your old car into quick cash instead of letting it sit.
- Get up to $500 cash for scrap vehicles
- Up to $1,500 cash for junk cars with valuable parts
- And up to $5,000 cash for used cars that still drive or are repairable.
When your vehicle needs to be retired, we transform the experience into something straightforward and worthwhile. Since 2016, we've provided over $1.5M+ to SF car sellers. Are you ready to join them?
We Buy Junk Cars San Francisco Residents Want To Remove
We're The City's reliable junk car buyer, consistently purchasing vehicles for cash that locals are eager to part with. We buy cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs in every possible condition, operational or completely dead.
Cash for Non-Running Cars
Stuck with a vehicle that won't run, move, or fire up? We purchase non-operational cars with failed engines, malfunctioning transmissions, or key components missing. And of course, we'll remove it from your property completely free!
Cash for Damaged Cars
From collisions on the 101 or 280 to parking mishaps on steep San Francisco hills, we buy damaged vehicles regardless of condition. Whether slightly dinged or completely wrecked, we're interested in making you an offer.
Cash for Old Cars
Is your aging car becoming a liability in tight SF parking? We buy vehicles facing challenges like engine issues, transmission failures, expired tags, or smog test failures. When your car can't handle the city's hills or strict California emissions standards, we'll take it off your hands.
Cash for Scrap Cars
Dealing with a completely unusable car? Your vehicle maintains value through its metal weight and catalytic converter, even when it's reached the end of its useful life. We focus on offering fair cash for junk cars based on their scrap and salvage potential.
Cash for Used Cars
Our service extends beyond junk cars - we also purchase used vehicles that still run or have resale value in the market.
Even if your vehicle lacks proper documentation or is missing its title, there's often a solution available through our San Francisco cash for cars service working within California DMV regulations. Contact us at 1-855-437-9728 to discuss your specific situation.
Sell Your Junk Car in San Francisco Online or by Phone
Parking in San Francisco is already expensive and challenging - don't let your unwanted car take up valuable space. With just your photo ID and vehicle title (for most transactions), we'll manage everything else.
How It Works
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1Step 1: Get a Quote
Provide your VIN or vehicle details, answer a few simple questions about its condition, and receive a guaranteed offer online or by phone in under 2 minutes. -
2Step 2: Schedule Your Removal
Select a pickup time that fits around your busy SF schedule. Our team provides free towing and arrives on time to handle the entire process right where your car is parked. -
3Step 3: Get Paid
Sign over the title, and after a brief inspection, you'll receive your payment (cash or check) immediately while we tow your vehicle away.
We handle all the details, from title transfer to DMV paperwork. You simply sign and collect your payment. Get the complete California junk car guide for selling quickly and maximizing your cash payout.
Free Junk Car Removal Near You
Our premium junk car buying service pays cash for cars near you, wherever in San Francisco County your vehicle is located. Our licensed, professional towing teams provide complimentary removal from steep driveways, cramped garages, tight city streets, apartment complexes, and business locations, with no fees or waiting. Popular neighborhoods we service throughout San Francisco include:
- Mission District
- Sunset
- Richmond
- North Beach
- Marina
- SoMa
- Nob Hill
- Haight-Ashbury
- Castro
No matter which neighborhood you call home in The City, we're buying cars for cash near you today.
Environmentally Responsible Junk Car Recycling
San Francisco leads in environmental initiatives, and our junk car recycling program matches those high standards. When we purchase your vehicle, we ensure it's processed through eco-conscious recycling partners who properly handle automotive fluids, batteries, and tires while salvaging usable parts and metals.
Choosing our service helps reduce waste going to landfills and preserves natural resources in our beautiful Bay Area. Explore our San Francisco car recycling process to see how we transform old vehicles into valuable resources.
Junk Cars Recently Purchased in San Francisco
| Vehicle | Year | Price | Area | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Prius | 2008 | $725 | Mission District | 09-15-25 |
| Honda Civic | 2011 | $820 | Sunset | 09-17-25 |
| Subaru Outback | 2007 | $650 | Richmond | 09-13-25 |
| Ford Escape | 2010 | $775 | SoMa | 09-16-25 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 | $880 | Castro | 09-18-25 |
| Mini Cooper | 2009 | $690 | Marina | 09-14-25 |
Prices reflect individual vehicle condition, market demand, and scrap car prices per ton nearby at time of purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about selling your car in San Francisco? We have answers.
Can I sell a car with no title in San Francisco?
In many cases, yes, we can buy junk cars with no title in San Francisco. We operate within California DMV guidelines to assist you properly. When you sell a junk car with no title, you'll need to provide alternative proof of ownership such as current registration or a bill of sale to complete the transaction legally.
Do you offer cash for cars in SF on weekends?
Yes, our San Francisco service operates seven days a week. We provide weekend pickups throughout The City, and our online quote system remains available 24/7 for instant offers.
Do you buy cars that failed California smog tests?
Absolutely. Many San Francisco customers come to us after failing California's strict smog requirements. These vehicles still have significant value to us even when they can't meet emissions standards.
What are my options to get rid of a junk car in San Francisco?
San Francisco residents can sell to a junk car buyer, donate to charity (popular in the Bay Area), trade at a dealership, or transport it to a San Francisco auto salvage yard. Cash for cars services typically offer the most convenient solution with free towing included—especially valuable in a city with limited parking and steep hills.
How do I get the best cash offer to junk my car in San Francisco?
To maximize your offer in San Francisco, work with licensed, reputable buyers, collect multiple quotes for comparison, and try to sell when metal prices are favorable to get the most for your junk car. Having complete documentation ready also helps secure better offers.
Do Junk Car Medics pay top dollar for junk cars in San Francisco?
Yes, we pay the most cash for junk cars in San Francisco and throughout the Bay Area. We confidently guarantee to match or beat any legitimate written offer from licensed competitors in San Francisco County.
What's the quickest way to sell a junk car in San Francisco?
The fastest way to sell your junk car in San Francisco is by accepting an instant online quote and scheduling same-day pickup. Many of our San Francisco removals happen within 24 hours, with payment delivered immediately when we collect your vehicle.
Trusted in San Francisco and Nationwide
We have been buying junk cars in the San Francisco area since 2016, paying out over $1,240,000 for 3,075 and counting, while earning over 1,000 5-star reviews.
The staff and the truck hauler were very nice. He had no problem removing my vehicle. He really knew what he was doing and made the experience easy.
Sell Your Junk Car for Cash
Ready to sell your old or unwanted auto? We pay the most cash for clunkers in San Francisco! Get your offer in as little as 90 seconds and sell your vehicle today.