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Detroit Junk Car Recycling
Junk vehicles stacked under a steel canopy at the yard

Cash for junk cars

Get paid for the car you can't sell

Failed engine, accident damage, too much rust, or just too old to fix? Your car still has value. We'll tell you what it's worth to us.

What determines your offer

Every junk car is different, so we price each one individually. These are the main factors:

  • Year, make, and model, since some vehicles have parts still in demand
  • Size and weight, which relate to how much metal it contains
  • Whether major parts like the engine, transmission, and catalytic converter are present
  • Overall condition, including accident, flood, or fire damage
  • Current scrap metal market prices

Honest offers, no bait and switch

Be wary of quotes that sound high but come without any questions about your car. Those prices often drop once a driver arrives. We ask about the vehicle up front so the offer we give you is one we expect to honor.

If something turns out to be significantly different at pickup, such as a missing engine that wasn't mentioned, we'll explain the difference and you can decide whether to continue.

Repair it or sell it?

A good rule of thumb: if the repair estimate is more than the car would be worth after it's fixed, or the car needs repeated major repairs, selling it as a junk car is usually the smarter financial move. Call us with your repair quote and vehicle details and we'll give you a number to compare.

Vehicles inside an open service bay at the Detroit Junk Car Recycling yard

Get the most for your car

  • Describe the condition honestly
  • Mention any missing parts
  • Keep the wheels and battery on
  • Have a clean title in your name

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.

Request an offer

Find out what your car is worth to us

Share a few details and we'll call you with a real offer for your specific vehicle. No obligation.

  • Offers based on your actual vehicle, not a generic estimate
  • We explain what's included before pickup is scheduled
  • Running, wrecked, or sitting for years

Hours

Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM
Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

Yard

7777 W Chicago, Detroit, MI 48204

Get Your 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.

Questions

Common questions

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.

How do I get paid?

We'll explain payment when we give you your offer, and you'll be paid when the vehicle is handed over and the paperwork is complete. If you have questions about payment, ask when you call. We're happy to walk you through it.

Will you buy a car that's been in an accident?

Yes, wrecked and accident-damaged vehicles are a big part of what we buy. If there's an open insurance claim, check with your insurer before selling the vehicle.

More answers on our FAQ page.

Ready to turn that junk car into money?

Call now or request an offer online. No obligation, and we'll walk you through every step.