Junk Cars in Florida

You do not need a title to junk your car in Florida if the vehicle is at least 10 model years old and worth less than $1,000. In this case, you can use a Derelict Motor Vehicle Certificate (Form HSMV 82137) instead. You will need to provide valid ID, a thumbprint, and sign an ownership declaration. For vehicles that do not meet these criteria, a title is required. If your title is lost, request a duplicate using Form HSMV 82101. File a Notice of Sale (Form HSMV 82050) after selling. For more information, visit flhsmv.gov.

You must remove and surrender your license plates when you junk your car in Florida. If you are not transferring them to another vehicle, you must turn them in to the Florida DHSMV. Failure to do so could result in suspension of your driver's license. You can transfer the plates to a replacement vehicle to avoid new plate fees. For more information, visit flhsmv.gov.

Florida does not require title notarization when you sell your junk car. The seller must sign the title to transfer ownership, but notarization is not mandatory. However, having the title notarized can help prevent fraud. You must also file a Notice of Sale form. For more information, visit flhsmv.gov.