Sell your 2013 Chevrolet Spark for cash

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark is a small car that came with a 1.2L 4-cyl engine. At 13 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2013 Chevrolet Spark at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines1.2L 4-cyl
TransmissionsManual 5-spd, Automatic 4-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy28–31 city / 36–37 highway / 31–34 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$1,950–$2,150 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂265–284 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score8–9 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score8–9 out of 10
Gross vehicle weight rating2,974 lb
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age13 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 13 years old, most of a 2013 Spark's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a small car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2013 Spark. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine, typically around 31,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2013 Chevrolet Spark recalls

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering the 2013 Chevrolet Spark. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesAug 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V640000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV vehicles. The secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot, preventing the hood latch from properly engaging.

Risk: A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical SystemJun 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V422000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such…

Risk: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Electrical SystemApr 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V257000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder…

Risk: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesSep 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V593000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured January 17, 2012, to July 29, 2014. The secondary hood latch may prematurely corrode at the latch pivot causing the striker to get stuck out of position, preventing it from properly engaging the hood latch.

Risk: If the secondary hood latch corrodes causing the latch to be stuck out of position, and the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Air BagsJun 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V298000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured April 10, 2013, to May 8, 2013, and Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured December 30, 2012, to March 1, 2013. In the affected vehicles, an improper weld on the passenger side front air bag inflator may result in the air bag not…

Risk: If the air bag does not to deploy in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the front passenger.

Common 2013 Spark problems

Owners have filed 146 complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Spark with NHTSA. 10 reports involved a crash and 1 report involved a fire. Owners reported 4 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine35
  • Power Train34
  • Electrical System33
  • Unknown or Other20
  • Vehicle Speed Control14
  • Air Bags13

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine31,000 mi
  • Power Train28,000 mi
  • Electrical System10,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other40,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control10,000 mi
  • Air Bags40,000 mi

2013 Chevrolet Spark service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,449 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2013 Chevrolet Spark. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment211
  • Equipment186
  • Electrical System121
  • Engine and Engine Cooling82
  • Equipment80
  • Engine70

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIT5698F

    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · PIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2013 Spark: questions

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Spark worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2013 Spark that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2013 Sparks that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2013 Spark with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2013 Spark?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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