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Detroit Junk Car Recycling

CASH FOR JUNK CARS

Turn your junk car into cash

Wrecked, worn out, or just sitting in the driveway? Get an honest offer from a local yard, schedule a pickup that fits your day, and let us haul it away.

  • Running or not
  • We tow it away
  • Local Detroit yard

Get Your Cash Offer

Tell us about the vehicle and we'll call with an offer. Prefer to talk now? (313) 977-1219

No obligation. We use your number only to contact you about this vehicle. See our privacy policy.

  • Local yard7777 W Chicago, Detroit
  • Most vehiclesCars, trucks, SUVs & vans
  • We tow itPickup scheduled for you
  • Open 6 daysMon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–2

How it works

Three steps from junk to sold

No listings, no strangers test-driving your car, no haggling in the driveway.

  1. Step 1: Tell us about the car

    Call or use the form with the year, make, model, and condition. Honest details lead to an accurate offer.

  2. Step 2: Accept & schedule

    We explain the offer and what's included. If it works for you, we set a pickup time that fits your schedule.

  3. Step 3: Hand over & get paid

    Our team arrives with a tow truck, checks the title and vehicle, and you get paid. That's it.

Why choose us

Why sellers choose Detroit Junk Car Recycling

Selling a junk car should be simple. We keep it that way by being easy to reach, clear about our offers, and careful with the paperwork.

  • A real local yard

    We're at 7777 W Chicago in Detroit. You can call us, or visit during business hours.

  • Straight answers

    We explain what your offer includes before anything is scheduled, so pickup day holds no surprises.

  • We handle the tow

    Our team brings the truck and equipment to move the vehicle from your driveway, street, or lot.

  • Responsible recycling

    Vehicles come to our yard for processing so usable parts and metal go back into use.

  • Open six days

    Monday to Friday 9 AM–6 PM and Saturday 9 AM–2 PM. Call during business hours to talk it through.

  • Proper paperwork

    We check the title and walk you through the transfer so the sale is clean and documented.

Vehicles we buy

Cars, trucks, SUVs & vans

If it has four wheels and a title, there's a good chance we'll make an offer. Not sure? Call and ask.

  • Cars & sedans

    Compacts, midsize, and full-size sedans, coupes, and hatchbacks.

  • Pickup trucks

    Half-ton to heavy-duty pickups, including high-mileage work trucks.

  • SUVs & crossovers

    From small crossovers to full-size, body-on-frame SUVs.

  • Minivans & vans

    Family minivans and cargo or passenger vans.

Rows of cars, trucks, and SUVs parked at the Detroit Junk Car Recycling yard

Conditions accepted

Running or not, any condition

Junk cars come in all states. These are some of the most common situations we see. Describe yours and we'll tell you where it stands.

  • Won't start or doesn't run
  • Wrecked or accident damaged
  • Blown engine or transmission
  • High mileage
  • Rusted from Michigan winters
  • Missing keys
  • Fire or flood damage
  • Sitting unused for years
A Detroit Junk Car Recycling team member dismantling a vehicle at the yard
Processed at our Detroit yard

Junk car recycling

Better for your block, better for Michigan

A car that sits for years can leak fluids and attract rust and pests. Recycling it puts its materials back to work.

  • Fluids handled properly

    Recycling means oil, coolant, fuel, and other fluids are drained and kept out of storm drains, soil, and groundwater.

  • Batteries & tires separated

    Lead-acid batteries and tires are pulled for separate handling instead of sitting in a yard or alley.

  • Metal back into use

    Steel and aluminum are among the most recycled materials, reducing the need for newly mined ore.

  • Space back for you

    Clearing an unused car frees up your driveway or garage and takes it off your insurance and to-do list.

How junk car recycling works

FAQ

Questions, answered

Here's what people ask most before selling a junk car. Don't see yours? Give us a call.

How much is my junk car worth?

It depends on the vehicle's year, make, model, overall condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission, and catalytic converter are still in place, and current scrap metal prices. Share those details by phone or through our quote form and we'll give you a real offer for your specific vehicle rather than a generic estimate.

What types of vehicles do you buy?

We buy cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, and vans. If you have something less common, call us and describe it. We'll tell you right away whether it's something we can make an offer on.

Do you buy cars that don't run?

Yes. Many of the vehicles we buy don't start, have failed engines or transmissions, or have been sitting for a long time. Let us know whether the car rolls and steers, and whether the tires hold air, so we can plan the pickup.

Can I sell a junk car with a damaged engine?

Yes. A blown, seized, or overheated engine is one of the most common reasons people sell a junk car. Let us know what happened and whether the car still starts or rolls. The engine's condition affects the offer, but it doesn't stop us from making one.

Do you buy vehicles with missing parts?

In many cases, yes. Tell us up front if anything major is missing, such as the engine, transmission, catalytic converter, wheels, or battery. Missing parts usually lower the offer, and mentioning them early means the price we quote matches the car we pick up.

Do I need a title to sell my junk car?

In most cases, yes. You'll need the Michigan title in your name and a photo ID that matches it. If your title is lost or damaged, you can apply for a duplicate through the Michigan Secretary of State. Call us before you schedule and we'll tell you exactly what we'll need for your situation.

What documents do I need to sell my car?

Usually the Michigan title in your name and a valid photo ID that matches it. If a loan was ever recorded on the title, bring the lien release from the lender. Inherited vehicles and other special cases can need extra paperwork, so call us first and we'll go over your situation.

How quickly can you pick up my junk car?

It depends on our schedule, where the car is, and when you're available. Once you accept an offer, we'll tell you the earliest pickup time we have and work with you to find a time that fits.

How does pickup work?

Once you accept an offer, we'll schedule a pickup time that works for you. Our team arrives with a tow truck, checks the vehicle and paperwork, and takes it to our yard. Ask about any towing costs when you get your offer so you know exactly what's included.

Which areas do you serve?

We're based at 7777 W Chicago in Detroit and serve the city along with nearby communities including Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Livonia, Redford Township, and Garden City. If you're outside those areas, call us and we'll let you know whether we can help.

Ready to turn that junk car into money?

Call (313) 977-1219 or request an offer online. We're open Monday through Saturday.