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Junk Car Removal Services in Illinois

19 of the 1,605 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we track in Illinois are junk car removal services. Full listings for every city are on the Illinois page.

19locations
18cities
1,605locations statewide

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.

Aurora 2

  1. Curtis's Towing & Salvage Inc.

    417 S Highland Ave, Aurora, IL 60506-5589

    Buys junk carsFree towing
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  2. Valley Auto Wreckers

    610 Hill Ave, Aurora, IL 60505-5414

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Bellwood 1

  1. A+ Junk N Tow

    1023 Cernan Dr, Bellwood, IL 60104

    Mon-Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7am-6pm

    Buys junk cars
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Bloomington 1

  1. Redneck Towing & Recycling

    703 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL 61701-6882

    Free towing
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Blue Island 1

  1. Broadway Auto Wreckers Ltd

    13545 Sacramento Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406

    Buys junk carsFree towing
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Braceville 1

  1. Broadway Auto Salvage

    3014 S Broadway Rd, Braceville, IL 60407-9070

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Chicago Ridge 1

  1. cashforjunkcars247llc

    9909 S Harlem Ave, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415-1129

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East Alton 1

  1. Sellers scrapping and towing

    308 Whitelaw Ave, East Alton, IL 62024-1422

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Elgin 1

  1. Quick Auto Recycling

    11N302 Gale St, Elgin, IL 60123

    Open 7 days a week: 5:00am to 11:00pm

    Buys junk carsBuys scrap metalFree towing
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Evanston 1

  1. North Shore Towing & Semi Truck Heavy Wrecker

    2527 Oakton St, Evanston, IL 60202-2759

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Glenview 1

  1. North Shore Towing & Semi Truck Heavy Wrecker

    4354 Di Paolo Ctr, Glenview, IL 60025

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Kewanee 1

  1. Ince's Towing & Salvage

    1550 Red Adams Rd, Kewanee, IL 61443-8931

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Mt Vernon 1

  1. Higginson Towing & Salvage

    6901 N IL-148, Mt Vernon, IL 62864

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Mulkeytown 1

  1. Miller Salvage & Towing

    2651 State Highway 14, Mulkeytown, IL 62865-2801

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Newman 1

  1. Anderson's Automotive & Recycling, LLC

    873 N 2225 East Rd, Newman, IL 61942

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 10am-12pm

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Shelbyville 1

  1. Shelby Wrecker Services and Salvage

    801 W South 11th St, Shelbyville, IL 62565

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Springfield 1

  1. A&m Towing Auto Salvage Inc.

    1737 N 14th St, Springfield, IL 62702-2809

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Streator 1

  1. Ligori Auto Wrecking

    405 Oakley Ave, Streator, IL 61364-1000

    Mon-Sun 12am-11:59pm

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Toluca 1

  1. Johnson’s Towing & Scrap

    505 N Chestnut St, Toluca, IL 61369-9419

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Check title requirements first. Most cash-for-junk-car operators require a clean title in your name, though some local yards will accept a bill of sale or state registration for older vehicles.

Also in Illinois

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 Illinois. You can browse 19 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 19 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.