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How Cash for Cars in Charleston Works

Ready to sell your junk car? Getting cash for cars in Charleston, SC has never been easier. From downtown's historic district to West Ashley and Mount Pleasant, we offer instant quotes and same-day pickup throughout the Lowcountry.

Skip the lowball offers from junkyards and unreliable Craigslist buyers, our licensed team pays top dollar and arrives on schedule with cash in hand. Whether your vehicle's been damaged by coastal flooding, salt air corrosion, or hurricane season has taken its toll, we'll buy it in any condition.

We pay more than local competitors and remove your car within 48 hours, guaranteed.

Here's how you can finish in 3 steps:

  1. Get Instant Cash Offer
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    Get Your Instant Cash Offer

    Share basic details to receive a guaranteed offer valid for 7 days.
  2. Schedule Your Free Junk Car Removal
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    Schedule Your Free Vehicle Removal

    Arrange for a carrier to pick up your vehicle at your location.
  3. Sell Cars for Cash On The Spot
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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 46 junkers and paid out over $20,000 across the area. Is your vehicle next to be junked for cash?

Get More Cash for Junk Cars, Trucks, Vans, and SUVs in Charleston

Our team reviews make, model, condition, mileage, weight, salvage value, and local scrap metal prices (currently $145 to $165 per ton) to produce a fair offer. Here are the usual ranges:

Vehicle Type Charleston Price Range
Junk Cars $240 - $1,515
Junk Vans $425 - $1,800+
Junk SUVs $410 - $2,000+
Junk Trucks $440 - $2,000+
Used Cars (Running) $1,535 - $5,000+

Actual payouts may vary. We work to pay the most money possible for vehicles and frequently exceed what local junkyards offer. Trucks and SUVs bring higher prices, as do cars with valuable parts like functioning engines, transmissions, and catalytic converters. If you get a higher written offer, we'll try to match or beat it.

Why Sell Your Car for Cash with Junk Car Medics?

Junk Car Medics is a family-owned cash for cars service that's been helping people sell their junk cars in Charleston for more than 10 years. We specialize in buying used cars in all conditions, including junk, scrap, non-running, old, and damaged vehicles.

We've perfected a quick, easy, and painless process. You receive an instant cash offer in under two minutes, we arrange free towing from any public location, you get paid immediately, and our vetted, bonded, licensed, and insured local auto recyclers manage all the paperwork. We work to pay the most money possible for your vehicle and will beat or match any competitor's pricing. Our 100% payment guarantee means you get exactly what we quoted with no hassles. Our 4.7 out of 5-star rating and A+ BBB rating make us the most trusted name in the cash for cars industry.

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Junk Car Buyers in Charleston Offering Free Removal

We provide a complete solution that includes:

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    Cash for Cars in Any Condition

    We purchase all sedans, trucks, vans, and SUVs whether they're old, damaged, wrecked, or no longer running.

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    Get Top Dollar for Junk Cars in Charleston

    We pay the best possible price for your junk car, often beating what auto salvage yards and other buyers offer in Charleston.

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    Free Junk Car Pickup & Removal in Charleston County

    We come to you at no cost, saving you up to $150 in towing fees from any public location.

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    We Purchase Junk Cars with No Title in Charleston

    Sell your car without a title and still get paid. We've legally purchased hundreds of vehicles without titles in Charleston following South Carolina law.

We're actively buying scrap cars in Lowcountry South Carolina of any year, make, or model. Popular local vehicles include the Toyota RAV4, Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, and the Volkswagon Jetta.

"Instructions were straightforward and provided detailed information as to what was required and what to expect."

Summerville, SC
Amount Received $1185

Todd's Expert Take

I'm Todd, founder of Junk Car Medics. I've been helping people sell junk cars for cash in Charleston 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 13 vehicles for an average price of $631. 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

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

What We've Paid for Nearby Vehicles This Week

Vehicle Price Zip Code
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
29414
$1,330
29414
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
29414
$1,110
29414
2012 Hyundai Sonata
29407
$610
29407
2012 Hyundai Sonata
29407
$660
29407
1992 Chevrolet C/K 1500
29412
$145
29412
2008 KIA Spectra
29405
$320
29405
2008 Mazda CX-7
29407
$390
29407

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 Charleston

Do you pay cash for junk cars near me?

Yes. Our junk car service buys clunkers across all of Charleston, including Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Hanahan, James Island, Johns Island, West Ashley, and Daniel Island. 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 Charleston?

To sell your junk car in Charleston, South Carolina, you need a valid title, photo ID, and registration. Lost titles can be replaced at any SC DMV office or online by submitting Form TI-15 with a $15 fee. For titleless vehicles over 15 years old, you can use a notarized bill of sale and Form 400. Clear any liens and remove license plates before selling.

How are junk cars recycled and disposed of in Charleston?

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 South Carolina environmental regulations. Through our local partners, we have recycled over 69 tons of metal, safely drained more than 828 gallons of fluids, and salvaged 683 usable parts from Charleston vehicles this year. This process puts quick cash in your pocket while reducing waste and protecting the environment.

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Ready to Sell Your Junk Car for Cash in Charleston Today?

From historic downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant, we understand the toll that coastal weather takes on local vehicles, providing trusted service throughout the Lowcountry. Get an instant quote for your clunker now in as little as two minutes with no obligation to sell.

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