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Before You Sell

Straight answers for selling your car in Metro Detroit

Titles, valuation, pickup logistics, and what actually happens after a vehicle is recycled, organized by topic for anyone selling a junk, wrecked, or non-running car.

Vehicle Titles & Michigan Regulations

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Do You Need a Title to Sell a Junk Car in Michigan?

In almost every case, yes: a title is the standard document Michigan requires to sell a vehicle, including to a junk car buyer. Here's what to do if you don't have one.

Pricing & Valuation

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How Much Is My Junk Car Worth?

There's no fixed price list for junk cars. Here's what actually goes into an offer, and how to get an accurate one for your vehicle.

Pickup & Process

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Junk Car Pickup Day: What to Expect

A quick walkthrough of what happens once a pickup time is confirmed, from what to have ready to how you actually get paid.

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Top Tips for Preparing Your Junk Car for Removal

A few simple steps before pickup day make the whole process faster, for you and for us.

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How to Get an Unwanted Car Removed From Your Property

An old vehicle taking up space in the driveway or yard? Here's how removal actually works, start to finish.

Choosing A Buyer

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How to Choose the Right Junk Car Removal Service

Not every junk car buyer works the same way. Here's what's worth checking before you commit to one.

Eco-Friendly Recycling

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Eco-Friendly Junk Car Removal: What Actually Happens to Your Vehicle

Selling an old vehicle instead of letting it sit is one of the more environmentally responsible things you can do with it. Here's why, and how the recycling process actually works.

Vehicle Condition

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Can You Sell a Car With a Blown Engine or Bad Transmission?

A blown engine or failed transmission doesn't take a vehicle off the table. Here's how it affects your offer.

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Can I Sell an Accident-Damaged or Totaled Car?

Whether it's fresh collision damage or a car your insurer already totaled, it's still sellable.

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