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Get Cash for Cars in Oakland

Ready to sell your junk car? We pay top dollar for vehicles throughout the East Bay, making it simple to get cash for cars in Oakland with our straightforward process. From Lake Merritt to Montclair, we buy all types of cars, whether damaged by Bay Area fog and salt air, worn out from I-880 traffic, or simply at the end of their journey.

We offer free towing, handle all paperwork, and typically complete transactions within 24-48 hours. Skip unreliable buyers and lowball junkyard offers, get an instant quote in under 2 minutes and turn your vehicle into cash, anywhere in Oakland and surrounding areas.

Here’s how simple it is:

  1. Get Instant Cash Offer
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    1. Get an Instant Offer

    Enter your VIN or car details online or by phone.
  2. Schedule Your Free Junk Car Removal
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    2. Schedule Free Pickup

    Choose a time for our tow truck to remove your car at no cost.
  3. Sell Cars for Cash On The Spot
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    3. Sell Your Car

    We pay you cash or check on the spot and handle the DMV papers.

We've bought over 146 junkers and paid out over $80,000 across the area. If you're looking for cash for your car in Oakland or surrounding areas, then turn to Junk Car Medics! Call us today at (855) 437-9728 for fast cash for your unwanted vehicle.

Get More Cash for Junk Cars in Oakland With Our Buyers

Prices are based on your car's make, model, condition, mileage, weight, salvage value, and the going scrap metal price in your area (currently $170 to $190 per ton). Here's what you can expect:

Vehicle Type Typical Local Price Range
Junk Cars $290 - $1,325
Junk Vans $455 - $1,800+
Junk SUVs $435 - $2,000+
Junk Trucks $545 - $2,000+
Used Cars (Running) $1,415 - $5,000+

Actual payouts may vary. Our offers typically exceed what junkyards pay. Larger trucks and SUVs fetch more money, as do used cars with valuable parts like engines, transmissions, and catalytic converters.

If you get a higher written offer, we'll try to match or beat it.

Why Oakland Chooses Our Junk Car Buyers

You shouldn't have to deal with lowball offers or endless back-and-forth to sell junk cars for cash. That's why we built a service that's fast, fair, and transparent.

Since 2016, we've become one of Oakland's most trusted junk car buyers, earning a 4.7/5 rating and an A+ BBB score. We partner with top local auto recyclers to make selling your clunker simple and hassle-free.

Oakland auto salvage yard that buys junk cars with free towing

What sets us apart:

  • Instant Cash Offers

    Get a quote in minutes backed by our 100% payment guarantee. If your car matches the description upon inspection, your offer won’t change.

  • Top Dollar Paid

    Our junk car buyers pay more cash for cars in Oakland than most auto salvage yards and competing car buyers.

  • Free Junk Car Removal From Anywhere

    We remove your car and haul it away for free, saving you up to $150 in towing costs.

  • We Buy Junk Cars in Any Condition

    We buy cars that are old, unwanted, damaged, wrecked, totaled, non-running, abandoned, broken, or scrap.

  • Licensed & Insured

    Our local team is vetted, licensed, insured, and committed to honest, easy sales.

We're actively paying cash for junk cars in Bay Area of any year, make, or model. Common purchases include the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and the Chrysler Town and country.

"The whole process was very easy. I answered a few quick questions, received a quote for my car, and was sent detailed instructions on how to transfer my title and prepare my car. I then received a call from their partner to set a pick-up date. They came on time, gave me a check in the amount promised, and towed my car away. This couldn't have been easier and I'm so grateful for Junk Car Medics."

Rockridge, CA
Amount Received $1210

Todd's Expert Take

I'm Todd, founder of Junk Car Medics. I've been helping people sell junk cars for cash in Oakland for over 10 years. I've learned that most sellers want two things — top dollar and fast service. We deliver on both. Our offers are fair, guaranteed, and we'll often match or beat written offers from competitors to earn your business.

Last month alone, we bought more than 41 for an average price of $608. Now is a great time to sell. We're actively paying cash for cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. And there's no car I want to buy more than yours, and I'll prove it with our offer!

Todd Bialaszewski, Owner - Junk Car Medics

Oakland cash for junk cars buyer that pays the most money for clunkers

Oakland Cash for Cars by The Numbers

41
Cars Bought Last Month
$608
Average Offer Amount
$24,700
Paid to Sellers
7 hours
Average Time to Pick Up

What We've Paid for Vehicles Near You

Vehicle Price Zip Code
2009 BMW 3-Series
94612
$370
94612
2004 Acura TL
94607
$210
94607
2007 Audi A4
94602
$320
94602
2012 Dodge Charger
94608
$785
94608
2017 Buick Verano
94705
$780
94705
2013 Chevrolet Volt
94601
$870
94601
2003 BMW 3-Series
94606
$620
94606

All offers shown are actual cash amounts paid to local vehicle sellers.

Common Questions

Do you buy junk cars in my area?

Yes. Our junk car service buys clunkers across the area, including Piedmont, Montclair, Rockridge, Temescal, Glenview, Trestle Glen, Grand Lake, Crocker Highlands, and Adams Point. No matter where you are located we will make you a fair offer and come to you to remove your vehicle at no charge.

What paperwork do I need to sell my junk car?

To sell your junk car in Oakland, California, you need a valid title, current registration, government-issued ID, and all vehicle keys. Lost titles can be replaced by submitting form REG 227 to the California DMV with the required fee. Without a title, some buyers may accept registration and a REG 138 release of liability form, though this limits options and may lower the offered price.

How are junk cars recycled and disposed of?

When you junk cars for cash, you are selling an old, damaged, or non-running vehicle to a licensed buyer, such as an auto salvage yard, junk car buyer, or car recycling facility. The buyer pays for the value of the parts and scrap metal, dismantles it, and recycles or reuses the components responsibly. We work with licensed salvage and car disposal facilities that follow California environmental regulations. Through our local partners, we have recycled over 219 tons of metal, safely drained more than 2,629 gallons of fluids, and salvaged 2,167 usable parts from Oakland vehicles this year. This process puts quick cash in your pocket while reducing waste and protecting the environment.

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Sell Junk Cars for Cash as Fast as Today

Getting cash for junk cars should be easy, no matter what condition your vehicle is in. Whether it's used, totaled, non-running, or ready for scrap, we'll give you an offer in less than 2 minutes. All you need is your title (in most cases) and a license or valid ID, and you can get paid and have your vehicle picked up within 1–2 days.

Turn your junk car woes into cash