Once a vehicle reaches ‘junk’ status, it can either become a property eyesore or join other cars and trucks at the local salvage yard. Selling a junk car not only helps you maintain a property’s curb appeal and avoid clutter — it puts cash in your wallet and eliminates monthly insurance premiums and other related costs. If you have a junk car you cannot wait to part with, read on to get the most for the vehicle.

Do:

Research prices.

Make a list of every part and accessory your car features, including as much information as you can provide about their current condition. Salvage yards always pay extra for vehicles with more viable parts and accessories they can sell, and those with more high-quality metal for scrap. Ask a knowledgeable friend or family member to inspect your vehicle if you need help with condition assessments. Call around to compare what local junkyards pay for vehicles to sell to the one with the highest offer.

Ask about pickup services.

Learn whether the junk car buyer offers pickup services. Unless you can drive the vehicle and want to drop it off at the salvage yard, flexible towing services are the most convenient. Ask whether the buyer charges for towing services since they eat into your profit.

Don’t:

Forget to check scrap metal value.

Check the market value of scrap metal in the days leading up to the sale. This value fluctuates and therefore influences junk car prices. If the price has significantly dropped, consider rescheduling the pickup to get a better value.

Sell it piece by piece.

Don’t sell your parts and accessories piece by piece unless they are brand new — people usually don’t pay much for older parts from junk cars and trucks. If the parts and accessories are new, review what they sell for on online auctions. Keep in mind that removing parts will decrease the value of the car.

If you are looking for a reputable junk car buyer in the North Metro area of Minnesota, schedule a pickup with Cash for Junkers. Located in Ham Lake, this dealership offers hassle-free solutions to vehicle removal. Call (763) 218-3149 today to schedule a pickup and get cash for your junk car or visit the website for a free quote.