Junk Cars for Cash in Bakersfield, CA Now
Selling your junk car in Bakersfield is simple with our local cash for cars service. Enter your vehicle's year, make, and model online, or call us to get your instant offer.
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How Cash for Cars in Bakersfield Works
Ready to sell your junk car? As trusted local cash for cars buyers serving Kern County, we offer instant quotes and same-day pickup throughout the area. Skip the hassle of unreliable buyers and aggressive salvage yards, from downtown to Rosedale, we'll come to you, handle all paperwork, and pay you on the spot.
Whether your vehicle's been damaged by agricultural work, baked in the relentless Valley sun, or just stopped running, we buy any make or model and offer fair market value. Get your instant offer in 2 minutes and cash in hand within 48 hours.
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Sell Your Car On The Spot
We arrive with cash or check and tow away the vehicle free of charge. 
Even if your vehicle is missing documents, our local car buyers often have a solution. We've bought over 131 junkers and paid out over $60,000 across the area. Is your vehicle next to be junked for cash?
Get More Cash for Junk Cars, Trucks, Vans, and SUVs in Bakersfield
Cash offers for junk cars vary by make, model, condition, mileage, weight, salvage value, and local scrap metal prices (currently $170 to $190 per ton). Here are our typical payment ranges:
| Vehicle Type | Bakersfield Price Range | 
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| Junk Cars | $210 - $1,340 | 
| Junk Vans | $415 - $1,800+ | 
| Junk SUVs | $520 - $2,000+ | 
| Junk Trucks | $480 - $2,000+ | 
| Used Cars (Running) | $1,515 - $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 Sell Your Used Car for Cash with Junk Car Medics?
Looking for a quick, easy, and painless way to sell your junk car in Bakersfield? Junk Car Medics is a family-owned cash for cars service with more than 10 years of experience buying used cars in every condition, from junk and damaged to scrap, old, and non-running. We provide an instant cash offer in under two minutes, arrange free junk car pickup from any public location, pay you immediately upon arrival, and our vetted, insured, and licensed local auto recyclers manage all the paperwork. We're committed to paying you the most money possible and will match or beat competitor prices. With our 100% payment guarantee, you get paid what we quoted with no hassles. Our 4.7 out of 5-star rating and A+ BBB rating prove we're the most trusted name in the cash for cars industry.
    Junk Car Buyers in Bakersfield Paying Top Dollar
Our process is designed around what matters most to you.
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Turn Your Car Into Cash - Any Condition
We purchase used sedans, trucks, vans, and SUVs in any condition, from old and unwanted to completely wrecked.
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Cash Offers for Junk Cars in Bakersfield
Get top dollar for your junk car with offers that are higher than most auto salvage yards and car buyers in Bakersfield.
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Free Junk Car Pickup & Removal in Kern County
Get your unwanted vehicle towed for free, saving you up to $150 in towing costs and putting more money in your pocket.
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No Title? We Buy Junk Cars in Bakersfield
We legally buy vehicles without titles in Bakersfield following California law. Contact us to see if yours qualifies.
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Hassle-Free Cash for Cars
Get quick, guaranteed cash offers with no haggling, hidden fees, or last-minute price changes. Accept or decline-your choice.
 
We're actively buying scrap cars in Central California of any year, make, or model. Popular local vehicles include the Honda Civic, Chevrolet Blazer, and the Volkswagen Jetta.
"Jody McCormick was prompt, courteous, and professional. I would definitely recommend this company and will probably be using them again."
Todd's Expert Take
I'm Todd, founder of Junk Car Medics. I've been helping people sell junk cars for cash in Bakersfield 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 36 vehicles for an average price of $505. 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
    What We've Paid for Nearby Vehicles This Week
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                                2007 Infiniti FX                             
                                                        93314 
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                             $290 
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                                2001 Hyundai Elantra                             
                                                        93307 
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                             $95 
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                                1999 Ford Mustang                             
                                                        93306 
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                             $135 
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                                2012 Nissan Sentra                             
                                                        93304 
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                             $670 
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                                2007 Jeep Liberty                             
                                                        93304 
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                             $195 
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                                2014 Chevrolet Malibu                             
                                                        93306 
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                             $300 
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                                2011 Ford Mustang                             
                                                        93312 
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                             $395 
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                                2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty                             
                                                        93307 
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                             $280 
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                                2012 Chevrolet Cruze                             
                                                        93307 
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                             $505 
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                                2007 Chevrolet Cobalt                             
                                                        93301 
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                             $140 
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All offers shown are actual cash amounts paid to vehicle sellers in the local area. Data updated weekly.
Common Questions About Junking Vehicles for Cash in Bakersfield
Do you pay cash for junk cars near me?
Yes. Our junk car service buys clunkers across all of Bakersfield, including Oildale, Rosedale, Greenacres, Lamont, Ridgecrest, Tehachapi, Taft, Shafter, and Wasco. 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 in Bakersfield?
To sell your junk car in Bakersfield, California, you need a valid title, current registration, government-issued photo ID, and all vehicle keys. Lost titles can be replaced by submitting form REG 227 at the Bakersfield DMV (3120 F Street) or by mail. Alternatively, you can provide a Certificate of Title Status (REG 256) to prove ownership. California requires proper vehicle titles for all sales.
How are junk cars recycled and disposed of in Bakersfield?
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 196 tons of metal, safely drained more than 2,354 gallons of fluids, and salvaged 1,939 usable parts from Bakersfield vehicles this year. This process puts quick cash in your pocket while reducing waste and protecting the environment.
Local Service Area
Ready to Sell Your Junk Car for Cash in Bakersfield Today?
From Rosedale to Oildale, we serve all of Kern County's communities, helping residents navigate California's emissions requirements while providing competitive offers throughout the area. Get an instant quote for your clunker now in as little as two minutes with no obligation to sell.
