Cash for Junk Cars in San Jose, CA

Cash for junk cars in San Jose is a local service that lets you sell your damaged, non-running, or end-of-life vehicle in exchange for cash or check. These vehicles are typically valued based on their scrap metal content, usable parts, or resale potential. Our San Jose cash for junk cars service includes free towing, same-day pickup, and instant payment. The process is ideal for cars that no longer have resale value or are too costly to repair.

We pay between $300 and $1,500 for most junk cars in San Jose. The exact amount depends on your vehicle’s condition, weight, title status, local demand, and current scrap metal prices.

You will get paid in cash at the time we pick up your vehicle.

Due to fluctuations in scrap metal prices, our junk car offers can change at any time until they are accepted.

To sell your junk car in San Jose, California, you need a valid title, registration, photo ID, and all keys. Lost titles can be replaced at the DMV or online by submitting form REG 227 with payment. For titleless cars, use forms REG 343 and REG 262 to transfer ownership, though this requires extra documentation and time.

In most cases, you need to be the titled owner, but we can guide you through your options if your name is not on the title.

We prefer you to be present to sign documents, but we can arrange alternative options if needed.

We can usually pick up your vehicle within 2 to 48 hours after you accept your offer.

Yes, towing is free when you sell your junk car to Junk Car Medics.

Yes, you can sell a junk car that doesn’t run or is totaled. We buy vehicles in any condition and offer free towing, so you can get paid cash even if your car won’t start or has severe damage.

You can sell your junk car without keys, but having them may help you get a better offer.

We buy all types of automobiles, including cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans, in any condition. We do not buy RVs, ATVs, or motorcycles.

New parts like a battery or tires may increase your payout if they add value for resale or recycling.

The car is drained of fluids, usable parts are removed for reuse, and the remaining metal is crushed and recycled.