Cash for Junk Cars in Houston, Texas With Free Removal

Get cash for junk cars in Houston, TX in any condition including used cars. We buy junk cars including damaged cars and wrecked cars. Get your best offer to sell junk cars with free junk car removal in Houston.

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Junk Car Buyers Who Pay The Most Cash for Cars in Houston

How does it work?

1. Get Your Best Offer
Get your best offer from Houston and national car buyers to sell your car instantly. Get started by sharing your car's VIN and condition.
2. Schedule The Collection
Accept your offer within 7 days and schedule the free collection of your car. Most vehicles are picked up within 2-72 hours.
3. Sell Your Car for Cash
Get paid to sell your car on the spot with cash or check by our local carrier upon removal.

Sell Your Junk Car for Cash in Houston with Free Removal

Junk car selling for cash in Houston is a five-step process. To sell your scrap car in Houston for cash you must:

Find a decrepit car buyer in Houston that pays cash for cars.
Obtain offers for junk vehicle in Houston.
Get free towing in Houston.
Transfer vehicle title from seller to buyer.
Receive cash for rust buckets.

We purchase scrap cars in Houston for $993.16, on average.

The 5 most commonly sold clunkers in Houston are the , Honda Civic, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, Honda Accord.

We buy inoperative and totaled vehicles as well. We purchase clunkers for the most money in Houston since 2015 with over $1 million dollars in payouts with cash for junk cars.

What is Cash for Cars & Junk Cars in Houston?

Cash for cars & Junk Cars in Houston is a fast way to sell any car for money. Cash for Cars in Houston with Junk Car Medics gets you the most money for selling your vehicle no matter the condition. It's a 3-step process. First, get an offer to sell your car by sharing details about your vehicle and its condition. Next, accept your quote within 7 days and schedule the removal of your car. Lastly, our local carriers will collect your vehicle for free and payment on the spot.

We pay cash for cars in Houston including the following types of vehicles.

Old Cars - vehicles that are too old to safely drive.
Operational Cars - vehicles that still drive.
Non-Running Cars - vehicles that do not start or drive.
Damaged Cars - Lightly or excessively damaged cars
Junk (Scrap) Cars - Any type, any condition, including salvage.
Unwanted Cars - Any car you don't want we will buy.
Used Cars - any car, any condition.

10-year-old cars in Houston are selling for No vehicles found in the given zip code and year range, on average based on our data. It's a great time to get cash for junk cars in Houston.

Cash for Cars By The Numbers in Houston

Here's a look at some local cash for cars numbers.

Vehicles We Bought Locally	36136
Amount Paid in Cash	$21,869,803.00
Average Price Paid Per Car	$605.21
Average Vehicle Model Year	2005
Average Vehicle Age	18 years
Average Vehicle Mileage	163,689 miles

We have been paying cash for junk cars in Houston since 2015.

What Do I Need to Junk My Car in Houston?

To junk your car in Houston, Texas you need:

The vehicle title although it may be possible to sell without.
Bill of Sale.
Your identification.

Do I need a title to sell my car in Houston?

We do not recommend junking a car without the title. A scrap vehicle is worth significantly less without the title. A duplicate title is available by contacting the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles in Houston and submitting an Application for a Certified Copy of Title. Based on our experience, selling a car with the title results in $227 more, on average. The cost of a replacement title is generally $10.

How do I get a replacement vehicle title in Houston?

The vehicle owner may either send in an Application for a Certified Copy of Title either by mail or in person to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. A mail-in application must include a copy of the owner’s driver’s license and a $2 mail-in fee. This fee can be paid in the form of a check, cashier’s check, or money order payable to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

Junk vehicle owners may deliver their application in person at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. This application includes providing a photo ID and a check for $5.45 made payable to the Texas DMV by check, cashier’s check, or money order.

Get started on the State DMV website or by visiting your local branch.

Can I sell a car with a lien?

No, it is not possible to junk a car with a lien in Houston. The vehicle’s debt has to be paid in full in order for the title to be in the car owner’s name. Cars that still have debt on them are owned by the financial institution. It is not possible to junk a car that you do not own in Houston.

How much can I sell my junk car for in Houston?

Scrap cars in Houston sell for $993.16 cash, on average according to our stats. Junk cars sell for $610.08 on average nationally. Houston junk cars sell for $383.08 more than the national average.

Can I sell my car for more cash in other cities?

Here are average cash payouts for cars in others cities for comparison to Houston.

Cash for Cars & Junk Cars in Phoenix, AZ - $689.11
Cash for Cars & Junk Cars in Philadelphia, PA - $692.53
Cash for Cars & Junk Cars in San Antonio, TX - $758.91
Cash for Cars & Junk Cars in San Diego, CA - $768.19
Cash for Cars & Junk Cars in Dallas, TX - $747.98

How does Junk Car Medics appraise junk cars?

The main factors that determine the appraisal of your scrap car when selling are the vehicle year make and model, the weight of the vehicle, and whether or not you have the vehicle title.

Let's take a look at how these factors impact vehicle prices in Houston.

Vehicle Age

Here are local values by make and model.

Vehicle Year	Average Cash Value	Value Range
2008	$766.67	$425 - $1620
2006	$739.81	$0 - $3770
2007	$752.86	$425 - $1850
2012	$1,250.95	$525 - $2975
2009	$877.00	$415 - $4285

Vehicle Make and Model

Here are local values by make and model.

Top 5 Locally Sold Junk Cars	Cash Value Range
Honda Civic	$0 - $1330
Toyota Camry	$500 - $2975
Nissan Altima	$560 - $1230
Honda Accord	$415 - $1100
Chevrolet Cruze	$215 - $2335

Vehicle Title Status

Here are local values by vehicle title status.

Title	Average Value
Clean	$1,090.86
None	$541.33

View Recently Sold Junk Cars in Houston, TX

2003 Toyota Camry

Zip: 77021
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-27-2023

2009 KIA Borrego

Zip: 77044
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-24-2023

2012 Ford Focus

Zip: 77093
Sale Price: $805
Date: 09-20-2023

2008 Volvo S40

Zip: 77073
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-18-2023

1993 Lincoln Town Car

Zip: 77031
Sale Price: $515
Date: 09-15-2023

2014 Chevrolet Spark

Zip: 77086
Sale Price: $550
Date: 09-15-2023

2006 Honda Odyssey

Zip: 77072
Sale Price: $650
Date: 09-15-2023

2009 Dodge Charger

Zip: 77074
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-10-2023

2010 Chevrolet HHR

Zip: 77064
Sale Price: $635
Date: 09-06-2023

1997 Chevrolet GMT-400

Zip: 77044
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-05-2023

2009 Nissan Versa

Zip: 77049
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-05-2023

1993 Chrysler Concorde

Zip: 77040
Sale Price: $500
Date: 09-02-2023

2007 Ford Five Hundred

Zip: 77064
Sale Price: $500
Date: 08-31-2023

2002 Toyota Camry

Zip: 77040
Sale Price: $500
Date: 08-30-2023

2009 Chevrolet HHR

Zip: 77060
Sale Price: $500
Date: 08-29-2023

2013 Hyundai Elantra

Zip: 77090
Sale Price: $895
Date: 08-26-2023

2009 Honda Civic

Zip: 77099
Sale Price: $700
Date: 08-26-2023

2013 Chevrolet Sonic

Zip: 77065
Sale Price: $780
Date: 08-25-2023

2006 Scion tC

Zip: 77011
Sale Price: $585
Date: 08-25-2023

2000 Lincoln Continental

Zip: 77051
Sale Price: $560
Date: 08-22-2023

2012 Honda Accord

Zip: 77095
Sale Price: $775
Date: 08-19-2023

Please note all values are for reference only.

Understanding Selling Junk Cars and State Regulations in Houston

Houston has a population of 2,304,580 according to the 2020 census. Houston is the 4th most populous place in the United States. It is the 1st most populated place in Texas.The top 10 employers in Houston are Walmart, Memorial Hermann Health System, H-E-B, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, McDonald’s Corp, Houston Methodist, Kroger, United Airlines, Schlumberger, and Shell Oil Co. The most common industries in Houston are manufacturing (apparel and textile), agriculture, and transportation.

The current mayor of Houston is Sylvester Turner. The governor of Texas is Greg Abbott. The neighborhoods in Houston include Houston Heights, Downtown, Montrose, Uptown, Museum District, Third Ward, and Eado.

The average vehicle in Houston is 9-11 years old. The average age of junk cars in Texas is 10-15 years old. The average mileage for junk cars sold in Texas is 160,000 miles. About 2.66% of the Texas population relies on the auto industry for employment.

How does Houston define a junk vehicle?

Houston defines a junk or abandoned vehicle as a car that has been left on public property for more than 72 hours, or private property for more than 30 days. Junk vehicles are considered a “nuisance” in Houston and are therefore forbidden. In general Houston's clunker definition is similar to other states.

At Junk Car Medics, a junk car is defined as "a vehicle that, due to severe damage, age, or mechanical issues, can no longer perform its intended function of safe and reliable transportation. This includes but is not limited to vehicles that are unwanted, non-operational, or classified as salvage. These vehicles are also referred to as end-of-life vehicles."

What are the laws to sell junk cars in Houston?

Listed below are the 2 main laws for recycling cars in Houston.

Texas Transportation Code Chapter 683: A car is considered an “abandoned nuisance vehicle” if it is more than 10 years old and is in an inoperable or wrecked condition. Law enforcement must notify the owner of an abandoned old car within 10 days of towing or impounding. Those who fail to claim their vehicle within 21 days of receiving notice risk the vehicle being disposed of or sold in a public auction.
Houston City Ordinance 26-93: Vehicles may not be parked on a public street for more than 24 hours. This effort helps reduce crowded streets and makes stolen vehicles more apparent.

The penalty for breaking this Texas law is a fine of no more than $500. The removal of the junk vehicle is also required as a penalty.

Do I need to notify the DMV when I junk my car in Houston?

Yes, it is required for all junk vehicle sellers to notify the DMV when selling or donating a junk car in Houston. Vehicles that are sold as junk to buyers cannot be sold or registered again with the DMV. Junk vehicles that are intended to be sold or operated again must have a salvage vehicle title.

Who buys junk cars in Houston?

Places that buy old clunkers in Houston consist of Junk Car Medics, local junkyards, and online buyers. Some of the other buyers are Fred’s Junk Car Buyers & Towing, Adam Car Buyer, First Choice Junk Car Removal, and Space City Junk Car Buyers.

Do junkyards in Houston buy junk cars for cash?

Yes, auto salvage yards and junkyards in Houston buy junk cars. It is best to reach out to each junkyard individually and ask if they buy beaters. Only work with junkyards that pick up the scrap vehicle for free and pay cash at the time of towing.

Who is the best junk car buyer in Houston?

There are many junk car buyers near you, but Junk Car Medics makes it quick, easy, and painless to sell junkers. When you junk your car with Junk Car Medics you get multiple dealers bidding on your car to get you the best price and pay cash.

Alternative ways to get rid of old unwanted cars in Houston

There are 3 main ways of getting rid of unwanted cars in Houston. The main way to get rid of an unwanted car is to sell it for cash. The two additional ways to dispose of your car are listed below.

Sell your car for parts in Houston - is the process of selling the vehicle's valuable parts such as the engine, transmission, and catalytic converter first to an independent buyer. You would then sell the remaining vehicle shell for scrap.
Donate your car in Houston - Donating a car involves additional paperwork to get your tax write-off, if you even qualify.

How does selling clunkers in Houston help the environment?

Selling a junk car provides environmental benefits in Houston in several key ways:

Abandoned and deteriorating vehicles can leak harmful fluids like gasoline, motor oil, antifreeze, and transmission fluids into the ground and waterways over time as they rust, damaging wildlife habitats and polluting the area. Properly removing and disposing of junk cars prevents this toxic contamination.
Junk vehicles also take up unnecessary space and become eyesores in neighborhoods when left to rot. Clearing them improves community appearance and opens up valuable real estate.
Once collected, junk cars are responsibly recycled by salvage yards, with valuable metal components harvested for reuse rather than wasted. This includes parts like engines, transmissions, alternators, and catalytic converters.
Recycling vehicle components conserves natural resources and energy compared to manufacturing brand new replacement parts. It reduces the carbon footprint.
Sellers earn extra income by turning their unwanted junk cars into cash, rather than incurring costs to scrap them. This money typically goes back into Houston's local economy.
Junk car removal provides jobs for local Houston tow truck drivers, scrapyard workers, and linked secondary industries. It stimulates economic growth.

In summary, properly disposing of aged, inoperable vehicles through Houston's cash-for-cars programs curb pollution, clears clutter, recycles efficiently, generates income, and employs Houstonians. It's a win for both the environment and the economy.

How many junk cars are recycled a year in Houston?

There is no exact known number of automobiles that are recycled per year in Houston. There are 3,424,674 registered vehicles in Harris County. Junk vehicles account for account 1-2% of registered vehicles. This means about 68,493 vehicles are junk vehicles in the Houston area.