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We Buy Junk Cars Across Los Angeles
A junk car is a vehicle that’s no longer roadworthy or worth repairing due to age, damage, or mechanical failure. Junk Car Medics buys junk cars or scrap cars across Los Angeles in every condition — from old, high-mileage sedans to totaled SUVs and non-running trucks. You can sell your damaged or inoperable vehicle for cash, even if it has no title, expired registration, or missing plates. We serve all neighborhoods, from Downtown LA to Hollywood, West LA, and beyond.
We accept junk vehicles with common problems, including:
- Driveable or repairable vehicles —old cars, and high-mileage, automobiles.
- Non-running vehicles — won’t start due to dead battery, starter failure, or major internal issues
- Mechanical failures — blown engine, seized transmission, overheating, or severe drivetrain damage
- Physical damage — sun-damaged, rust-damaged, vandalized, wrecked, or totaled.
- Legal issues — failed smog check, salvage title, no title, expired registration, or missing plates
- End-of-life condition —scrap cars, or abandoned vehicles
Whether you’re selling a non-starting minivan in Boyle Heights or a totaled pickup in Santa Monica, Junk Car Medics will purchase it. We even accept vehicle shells and cars missing parts.
How Much Can You Get for a Junk Car in Los Angeles?
Most junk cars in Los Angeles sell for $300 to $1,200, depending on condition, weight, and scrap metal prices at the time of sale. The vehicle's make, model, weight, condition, and local scrap metal price at the time of sale determine its monetary value. Vehicles with valuable parts (catalytic converter, engine, transmission) are generally worth more. Driveable or partially repairable vehicles can receive offers up to $2,500 or more.
Average Junk Car Price Ranges in Los Angeles
| Vehicle Type | Estimated Value Range |
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| Junk Cars (Non-Running) | $100 – $700 |
| Junk SUVs | $300 – $1,000+ |
| Junk Trucks | $350 – $1,500+ |
| Vehicles With Catalytic Converters | $400 – $1,500+ |
| Driveable or Repairable Cars | $500 – $2,500+ |
Other buyers often reduce their offers at pickup — we don’t. Our prices are locked in from the moment you accept. Free junk car appraisals are available online with no pressure to sell.
How to Sell Your Junk Car in Los Angeles
We make it fast and simple to sell junk cars, non-running vehicles, old clunkers, and scrap cars in Los Angeles. Just follow these 4 steps to get a quote, schedule free towing, and same-day payout with no waiting for checks in the mail.
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1Submit Vehicle Details
Tell us your vehicle’s year, make, model, mileage, and condition — including whether it starts, has mechanical issues, or is missing parts.
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2Receive Instant Quote
We’ll give you a guaranteed quote based on local scrap values, demand for parts, and your car’s weight and condition.
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3Schedule Free Pickup
Choose a convenient pickup window that works for you. We offer same-day or next-day towing anywhere in the Los Angeles area — at no cost to you.
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4Get Paid Cash
Hand over your keys and title (if you have it), and get paid immediately with cash or check at the time of pickup.
What Documents Are Needed to Sell a Junk Car in Los Angeles?
To sell a junk car in Los Angeles, you typically need a valid California vehicle title and a government-issued photo ID to verify ownership. In some cases, we may also request a current registration or a bill of sale if available. These documents help prove legal ownership and allow us to complete the sale under California salvage guidelines.
Can I Sell a Junk Car With No Title in Los Angeles?
Yes. If you’ve lost the title, we may still buy your junk car under California’s salvage and non-title transfer rules. In Los Angeles, we pay up to $500 cash for junk cars with no title, depending on the vehicle’s condition, location, and supporting paperwork. We’ll guide you through the process to verify ownership and complete the sale. We follow all California junk car laws for title transfers and purchasing.
If you'd prefer to replace the title, you can submit Form REG 227 through the
California DMV and pay a small fee to get a duplicate issued.
Why Sell Your Junk Car to Junk Car Medics in Los Angeles?
Selling an unwanted Los Angeles can be risky — unlicensed buyers, lowball offers, and delayed payments are all too common. Junk Car Medics makes it safe, fast, and profitable. We’re a licensed and insured cash-for-cars service with an A+ BBB rating. We've been trusted by thousands of local sellers since 2016.
Whether you’re trying to sell a non-running sedan in Silver Lake, an old pickup in South Central, or a flood-damaged SUV near Venice Beach, we offer a smooth transaction with no pressure, no towing fees, and no last-minute surprises.
Junk Car Medics pays the most cash for junk cars in Los Angeles — often up to 30% more than junkyards or online buyers. Every offer is 100% guaranteed with no haggling, hidden fees, or sudden price drops at pickup.
Here’s why car owners across LA County choose to sell to us:
- Top payouts based on local market demand, metal prices, and parts value
- Same-day pickup available throughout the LA metro area — even weekends
- Instant payment in cash or check when we arrive
- No fees or hidden costs — towing is always free
- Licensed, bonded, and insured car buyer you can trust
- Highly rated with thousands of 5-star reviews (see reviews)
Your safety and information are protected — we only use your details to generate a vehicle quote.
Compare Junk Car Medics to Other Junk Car Buyers in Los Angeles
When you sell your old or inoperable car in Los Angeles, you have options — but not all buyers offer the same level of service, transparency, or payout. We built Junk Car Medics to be different. Our process is built around trust, speed, and paying you what your car is actually worth. Here's how we compare to local junkyards and national online buyers:
Over the last year, we've purchased more than 1,397 junk cars in Los Angeles and paid more than $1,630,000 to local sellers. We pay cash for cars across all of Los Angeles, including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Long Beach, Malibu, West Hollywood, Culver City, and more. Get rid of your unwanted car without delays.
Free Junk Car Removal Across Los Angeles
We provide free junk car removal anywhere in Los Angeles. Our team tows vehicles from driveways, garages, alleyways, and storage lots —
no matter the condition or location. You pick the time, we handle the pickup. Most removals are completed within 24 hours.
We remove junk cars from all over the city, including:
- Downtown Los Angeles
- Hollywood
- West LA
- East LA
- Koreatown
- South LA
- San Fernando Valley
- Van Nuys
- Silver Lake
- Echo Park
Whether it’s a non-running car in an underground garage or a wrecked vehicle parked on the street, we’ll pick it up fast — at no cost to you.
Recently Purchased Junk Cars in Your Area
| Vehicle | Price | Condition |
|---|---|---|
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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
ZIP 91605
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$335
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Non-RunningClean TitleNo Damage
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
ZIP 90034
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$495
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DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
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2008 Saturn Vue
ZIP 90031
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$295
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DrivesClean TitleHas Damage
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2008 GMC Acadia
ZIP 90003
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$645
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DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
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2008 GMC Acadia
ZIP 90003
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$645
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DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
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2008 Ford Escape
ZIP 90011
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$505
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DrivesClean TitleNo DamageNo Cat
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2013 Chevrolet Sonic
ZIP 90001
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$550
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Non-RunningClean TitleNo Damage
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2008 Toyota Sienna
ZIP 91342
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$575
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Starts OnlyClean TitleHas Damage
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2006 Honda CR-V
ZIP 91326
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$655
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Starts OnlyClean TitleNo Damage
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2008 Toyota Sienna
ZIP 91342
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$575
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Starts OnlyClean TitleHas Damage
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2003 Oldsmobile Alero
ZIP 90731
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$335
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DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
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2017 Ford Focus
ZIP 91604
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$665
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DrivesClean TitleHas Damage
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All offers shown are actual cash amounts paid to vehicle sellers in the local area. Data updated daily.
Get Your Instant Offer Now
Submit your vehicle details — year, make, model, or VIN — to get a free cash offer in minutes to sell your junk car in Los Angeles. There’s no pressure and no hidden fees. We pay cash and pick up your car for free, often the same day. It’s fast, easy, and there’s zero obligation.
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