Services vary by whether they buy non-running vehicles for scrap value or simply charge a flat fee to haul away unwanted cars. Some operators handle all DMV title transfer paperwork on the spot, while others only provide the tow. A basic map pin will not show if a business handles stripped frames, offer same-day pickup, or requires you to have a clear title in hand.
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Junk N Tow
2740 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023-1455
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Parker's Towing & Salvage Inc
14116 Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90061-2638
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COMPRAMOS CARROS JUNK by SA Recycling
8250 Tujunga Ave, Sun Valley, CA 91352
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Pacific Truck Salvage
11644 Sheldon St, Sun Valley, CA 91352-1503
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Louie's Wrecking Yard
1897 S Union Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307-4149
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Beaumont 1
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M & M Auto Wrecking & Towing Center
249 Veile Ave, Beaumont, CA 92223
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-2pm
Compton 1
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Walton Auto Wrecking and Towing
1741 N Tamarind Ave, Compton, CA 90222-4110
Corcoran 1
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Auto Dismantling And Towing
743 Pickerell Ave, Corcoran, CA 93212-1916
Duarte 1
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B & B Auto Wrecking
800 Alpha St, Duarte, CA 91010-3584
Fresno 1
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Bauer's Auto Wrecking Towing
103 N Thorne Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Garberville 1
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Don's Auto Parts
622 Locust St, Garberville, CA 95542
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun 9am-5pm
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Beach Auto Wrecking
8551 Edison Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92646-7603
Kerman 1
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Kerman Auto Dismantling
14320 W Whitesbridge Ave, Kerman, CA 93630
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California Tow & Salvage
18960 Monterey St, Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2802
Needles 1
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Needles Auto Wrecking & Towing
5156 County Rd 66, Needles, CA 92363
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Fernandes Auto Wrecking & Towing Inc
650 W 10th St, Pittsburg, CA 94565
Mon 8am-5pm, Tue 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-5pm, Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-5pm
Ramona 1
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Ramona Auto Dismantling and Towing
904 A St, Ramona, CA 92065-1926
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Go Green Auto Recyclers
5915 24th St, Rio Linda, CA 95673
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Green Junk Machine
11956 Bernardo Plaza Dr PMB 202, San Diego, CA 92128-2538
San Jose 1
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Cash For Wrecked Truck Or Cars
200 Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA 95136-1309
Stevinson 1
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Valley Auto Wreckers
1330 Lander Ave, Stevinson, CA 95374-9602
Stockton 1
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Debco Auto Wrecking
2345 Navy Dr, Stockton, CA 95206-1145
Turlock 1
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La Mina Auto Wreckers
1405 Paulson Rd, Turlock, CA 95380
Ukiah 1
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Ukiah Auto Dismantlers
500 Pinoleville Rd Ste D, Ukiah, CA 95482-7121
Van Nuys 1
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Raymer Towing Recycling
14804 Raymer St, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Also in California
- Auto Parts Stores4,378
- Recycling Centers1,134
- Junkyards that Buy Cars340
- Cash for Junk Cars and Salvage Buyers278
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers230
- Used Auto Parts Suppliers155
- Salvage Yards with Online Parts Inventory116
- Auto Salvage & Junk Yards Near You83
- Junk Car Removal with Free Towing79
- Auto Salvage Yards with Towing Services60
- U-Pull-It Junkyards14
- Local Salvage Yards and Auto Recyclers13
Good to know
Will a junk car removal service buy a vehicle without a title?
Rules depend on state law and individual business policies. Many operators require a clear title to prove ownership, but some will accept an active registration and driver's license for older models being sold strictly for scrap.
Do I have to pay to have my junk car towed away?
If the vehicle still has complete parts like the engine, transmission, or catalytic converter, the operator will often pay you cash and include free towing. If the car is completely stripped or burned out, you may be charged a haul-away fee that typically ranges from $50 to $150.
How is the cash offer for a junk car calculated?
Offers are primarily based on the current scrap metal market price by weight, along with the value of any re-sellable components. Year, make, model, and missing major parts directly impact the final quote you receive.
Who will buy junk cars?
Auto wreckers, scrap recycling centers, and vehicle salvage yards buy scrap cars across California. You can browse 25 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 California. With 25 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.