How Much Are Junk Cars Worth Today? (July 2025)
A junk car is typically worth $300 to $700 today. Heavier vehicles or those with valuable parts can bring up to $1,500 or more. Some driveable or repairable vehicles may sell for $2,500+.
Learn what affects junk car value and how to get the most cash when selling.
Average Junk Car Payouts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price Range | $100 - $2,500+ |
| Most Common Range | $300 - $700 |
| Average Payout | $512 |
These values reflect transactions across all vehicle types in the last 30 days.
What Affects Junk Car Prices?
Junk car value is based on weight, condition, demand for parts, and your location. Below are the most important pricing factors:
- Vehicle Year, Make, and Model: Newer or popular models like Toyota, Honda, and Ford receive higher offers due to parts demand.
- Vehicle Condition: Cars that still drive or are complete typically get higher payouts.
- Catalytic Converter: Contains valuable metals (platinum, palladium, rhodium) that can add $100-$500.
- Engine and Transmission: Functional powertrain components increase your payout.
- Weight: Heavier vehicles yield higher scrap payouts due to more metal.
- Title Status: Cars with a clean, transferable title often receive $50-$150 more.
- Parts Demand: Valuable parts like batteries and wheels can increase your payout.
- Location: Vehicles in metro areas often get higher offers due to buyer competition and lower towing costs.
Junk Car Prices by Vehicle Type
| Vehicle Type | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Junk Cars | $100 - $700+ |
| Junk SUVs | $300 - $1,000+ |
| Junk Trucks | $350 - $1,500+ |
| Junk Vans | $350 - $1,500+ |
| Driveable Vehicles | $500 - $2,500+ |
Note: These prices represent current market averages as of July 2025. Your specific offer may vary based on condition and location. Get an exact quote for your car →
How Condition Affects Junk Car Value
When evaluating a junk car, buyers typically deduct value for missing or damaged components. These adjustments reflect both the lost parts value and increased processing costs for the salvage yard.
| Condition | Value Adjustment |
|---|---|
| Missing catalytic converter | -$50 to -$250 |
| Missing engine/transmission | -$100 to -$500 |
| Missing wheels | -$50 to -$200 |
| Stripped vehicle | Significant reduction |
Average Junk Car Values by Year
Highlighting depreciation trends by model year.
| Year | Average Value |
|---|---|
| 1998 | $344.48 |
| 1999 | $360.13 |
| 2000 | $373.58 |
| 2001 | $397.85 |
| 2002 | $405.57 |
| 2003 | $420.32 |
| 2004 | $438.45 |
| 2005 | $458.57 |
| 2006 | $457.45 |
| 2007 | $513.20 |
| 2008 | $543.25 |
| 2009 | $564.98 |
| 2010 | $663.69 |
| 2011 | $783.24 |
| 2012 | $857.00 |
| 2013 | $1,046.37 |
| 2014 | $1,133.54 |
| 2015 | $1,291.96 |
| 2016 | $1,371.44 |
| 2017 | $1,459.34 |
Average Value by Make
| Make | Average Value |
|---|---|
| Toyota | $784.51 |
| Kia | $718.56 |
| Hyundai | $706.49 |
| BMW | $664.13 |
| Mercedes-Benz | $661.48 |
| Subaru | $589.56 |
| Volkswagen | $564.02 |
| Honda | $556.44 |
| Jeep | $561.95 |
| Nissan | $543.78 |
| Ford | $536.01 |
| GMC | $524.02 |
| Mazda | $515.65 |
| Chevrolet | $500.83 |
| Dodge | $463.73 |
| Chrysler | $408.45 |
| Cadillac | $415.87 |
| Buick | $397.06 |
| Saturn | $347.08 |
| Pontiac | $346.57 |
Average Price by Model
Below are the average prices for the 20 most commonly junked cars. These estimates reflect recent market data and vary based on condition, location, and parts value.
| Vehicle Model | Average Price | Estimated Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord | $386.06 | $290 - $480 |
| Honda Civic | $461.30 | $350 - $575 |
| Nissan Altima | $377.14 | $280 - $475 |
| Toyota Camry | $465.00 | $350 - $580 |
| Chevrolet Impala | $318.50 | $240 - $400 |
| Ford Explorer | $818.21 | $615 - $1020 |
| Ford Escape | $409.17 | $305 - $510 |
| Chevrolet Malibu | $360.00 | $270 - $450 |
| Toyota Corolla | $736.46 | $550 - $920 |
| Ford Focus | $266.19 | $200 - $330 |
| Ford F-150 | $515.75 | $385 - $645 |
| Ford Ranger | $515.28 | $385 - $645 |
| Jeep Liberty | $461.18 | $345 - $575 |
| Ford Taurus | $231.88 | $175 - $290 |
| Pontiac G6 | $229.69 | $170 - $285 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | $278.75 | $210 - $350 |
| Chevrolet Cobalt | $242.33 | $180 - $300 |
| Honda Odyssey | $797.33 | $600 - $995 |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | $255.67 | $190 - $320 |
Real Junk Car Payout Examples (Updated Daily)
Here’s what we’ve recently paid for junk cars across the U.S.
| Vehicle | Price | Condition |
|---|---|---|
|
1996 Lincoln Continental
ZIP 22225
|
$230
|
DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2016 Subaru Forester
ZIP 08846
|
$1,685
|
DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2008 Honda Accord
ZIP 77477
|
$165
|
Non-RunningNo TitleNo Damage
|
|
2010 Hyundai Accent
ZIP 95111
|
$515
|
DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2010 Hyundai Accent
ZIP 95111
|
$285
|
Non-RunningClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2011 Toyota Camry
ZIP 53186
|
$910
|
DrivesClean TitleHas Damage
|
|
2008 Ford Explorer
ZIP 53225
|
$390
|
Starts OnlyClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2002 Mercedes-Benz E
ZIP 23508
|
$345
|
Non-RunningClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
1996 Jaguar XJS
ZIP 87008
|
$200
|
Non-RunningNo TitleHas Damage
|
|
2008 Chrysler Sebring
ZIP 87123
|
$310
|
DrivesClean TitleHas Damage
|
|
2007 Toyota Camry
ZIP 95367
|
$445
|
Starts OnlyClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2005 Mercedes-Benz E
ZIP 23502
|
$365
|
Starts OnlyClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2004 Pontiac Grand Am
ZIP 49202
|
$45
|
Starts OnlySalvageHas Damage
|
|
2003 Ford Taurus
ZIP 46214
|
$400
|
DrivesClean TitleNo Damage
|
|
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
ZIP 97225
|
$235
|
Non-RunningSalvageHas Damage
|
All offers shown are actual cash amounts paid to vehicle sellers in the local area. Data updated daily.
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