This directory section features auto salvagers, wreckers, and buyers that purchase damaged, non-running, or unwanted vehicles for cash. Listed businesses typically provide free towing service and handle immediate title transfers upon pickup. Having your vehicle identification number (VIN) and vehicle title ready helps ensure an accurate quote.
Chicago 9
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AGA Junk Car Buying
2910 N Kildare Ave, Chicago, IL 60641-5343
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Amigos Cash for Junk Cars
5639 N Kedvale Ave, Chicago, IL 60646-6708
Mon 7am-9pm, Tue 7am-9pm, Wed 7am-9pm, Thu 7am-9pm, Fri 7am-9pm, Sat 7am-9pm, Sun 7am-9pm
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Cash For Junk Cars LLC
1412 W 115th St, Chicago, IL 60643
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Cash for Junk Cars Chicago Illinois and Suburb
1707 N Mango Ave, Chicago, IL 60639-4119
Mon-Sun 7am-9pm
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Cash for Junk Cars Chicago and Suburb Inc
3234 W 54th St, Chicago, IL 60632
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JM Cash for Junk Cars Chicago
8142 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60620-5349
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K Y N Cash For Junk Cars Inc
5938 S Bishop St, Chicago, IL 60636
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Kedzie Cash Junk Cars LLC
3825 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-3413
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Z.A.T Cash For Junk Cars
6543 S Laramie Ave Ste 2, Chicago, IL 60638
Aurora 4
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Curtis's Towing & Salvage Inc.
417 S Highland Ave, Aurora, IL 60506-5589
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J & I Junk Car Buyers
631 Charles St, Aurora, IL 60506
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SMB Auto Wrecking
1175 Mitchell Rd, Aurora, IL 60505-9538
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun 9am-5pm
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Todo Auto Wrecker & Cash for Junk Cars
1044 Dearborn Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
Mon-Sat 8am-8pm
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Big Daddy Scrap
551 E Lincoln Hwy, Chicago Heights, IL 60411-2922
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Cash for junk cars Chicago
304 State St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411-2394
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FAST CASH FOR JUNK CARS
630 E Joe Orr Rd, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Alsip 2
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Top Dollar Junk Cars
11630 S CICERO, Alsip, IL 60803
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Top Dollar Junk Cars
11630 S Cicero Ave, Alsip, IL 60803
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A+ Cash For Junk Cars - Bolingbrook
494 W Boughton Rd Ste 4C, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Mon 6am-9pm, Tue 6am-9pm, Wed 6am-9pm, Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-9pm, Sat 6am-6pm, Sun 8am-5pm
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A+ Cash For Junk Cars Inc.
403 Gainsborough Ct, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Mon 6am-9pm, Tue 6am-9pm, Wed 6am-9pm, Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-9pm, Sat 6am-6pm, Sun 8am-5pm
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A+ Cash for Junk Cars
14905 S Flanders Lane, Plainfield, IL 60544
Mon 6am-9pm, Tue 6am-9pm, Wed 6am-9pm, Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-9pm, Sat 6am-6pm, Sun 8am-5pm
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Lobos Luna Cash For Junk Cars
22419 W Renwick Rd, Plainfield, IL 60544-7497
Bellwood 1
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A+ Junk N Tow
1023 Cernan Dr, Bellwood, IL 60104
Mon-Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7am-6pm
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Broadway Auto Wreckers Ltd
13545 Sacramento Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406
Calumet City 1
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Calumet City Auto Wreckers
630 State St, Calumet City, IL 60409-2034
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm
Country Club Hills 1
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Junk It Cash - Chicago Advanced Tow, Inc.
4926 Wilshire Blvd, Country Club Hills, IL 60478-3100
Davis Junction 1
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3B's Used Auto Parts.
14035 E IL-72, Davis Junction, IL 61020-9786
Des Plaines 1
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Cash For Junk Cars Des Plaines
1685 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Mon 7am-8pm, Tue 7am-8pm, Wed 7am-8pm, Thu 7am-8pm, Fri 7am-8pm, Sat 7am-8pm
East Peoria 1
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Car's Cash For Junk Clunkers
2517 N Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611-1783
Elgin 1
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Quick Auto Recycling
11N302 Gale St, Elgin, IL 60123
Frankfort 1
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Kelly Car Buyer
9503 Gulfstream Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423
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Viceroy Auto Wreckers
9208 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131
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111 Salvage
2188 State Route 111, Granite City, IL 62040-6555
Joliet 1
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Kelly Car Buyer
22615 S Cherry Hill Rd, Joliet, IL 60433-8443
Rockford 1
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Rock City Auto Parts
2535 20th St, Rockford, IL 61104-7453
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Wrecked Cars Inc.
3701 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62707-9337
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm
Summit 1
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Quick Cash Junk Cars Inc.
5818 S Archer Rd, Summit, IL 60501-1450
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CASH FOR JUNK CARS CHICAGO - JUNK MY CAR INC
5980 Lake Bluff Dr, Tinley Park, IL 60477
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Crusher
651 W Washington St, West Chicago, IL 60185-2701
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm
Also in Illinois
- Junkyards that Buy Cars86
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers86
- Auto Salvage & Junk Yards Near You35
- Junk Car Removal with Free Towing30
- Auto Salvage Yards with Towing Services30
- Salvage Yards with Online Parts Inventory13
- Local Salvage Yards and Auto Recyclers12
- U-Pull-It Junkyards6
Good to know
How much cash can I get for a junk car?
Average payouts range from $200 to $500 for standard scrap sedans, while complete trucks, SUVs, or vehicles with intact high-value parts can net $500 to $1,000 or more. Final offers depend on total curb weight, current steel market rates, and re-sellable components.
Can I sell a junk car without a title?
Requirements vary by state, but most licensed junk yards require a clear title in your name to prevent fraud. In certain jurisdictions, vehicles older than 10 to 15 years can be purchased using valid registration and a government-issued photo ID.
Does the junk car buyer provide free towing?
Yes, reputable cash-for-junk-cars services include free vehicle pickup and towing as part of their initial quote. Always confirm before scheduling that no towing or administrative fees will be deducted from your agreed-upon cash payout at arrival.
Who will buy junk cars?
Auto wreckers, scrap recycling centers, and vehicle salvage yards buy scrap cars across Illinois. You can browse 39 licensed auto buyers in the state to get competitive scrap quotes. Most buyers handle all ownership transfer paperwork and offer complimentary towing.
Who gives the most cash for junk cars?
High cash offers are typically made by established salvage yards and automotive recyclers operating in Illinois. With 39 listings available state-wide, comparing quotes from multiple yards helps maximize your payout. Complete vehicles with intact catalytic converters and valuable parts command higher prices.