Sell your junk car in Madison, WI

Got a car in Madison that's become more of a problem than a ride? Whether it failed inspection, needs a repair that costs more than it's worth, or hasn't moved from the driveway in months, you can turn it into cash without the hassle of a private sale.

  • Free cash offer in about 30 seconds
  • Free towing anywhere in the Madison area
  • Get paid when your car is picked up

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How selling a junk car in Madison works

  1. Tell us about your car

    Enter the year, make, model and ZIP code. Running or not, wrecked or rusted — we want to hear about it.

  2. Get your offer

    See a no-obligation cash offer based on your vehicle, its condition and local scrap and parts demand.

  3. Get paid at pickup

    Pick a pickup time that suits you. The tow is free, and you get paid when the car is collected.

What your car is worth in Madison

Your offer is based on what your car is actually worth to buyers in and around Madison: its weight in scrap metal, reusable parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter, and current demand.

A complete car with its original catalytic converter, a newer model year with in-demand parts, and a clean title in your name all tend to raise an offer. Missing major parts or no title can lower it, but we'll still make you an offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.

Vehicles we buy in Madison

  • Cars that don't run
  • Wrecked & accident-damaged
  • Flood & fire damage
  • Failed inspection
  • High-mileage cars
  • Blown engines & transmissions
  • Old trucks & vans
  • SUVs & minivans

Selling a car in Wisconsin: checklist

  1. Find your title. Wisconsin titles are handled by the Wisconsin DMV. Lost it? Request a duplicate.
  2. Clear out personal items from the glove box, trunk and under the seats.
  3. Sellers take their plates off (with exceptions such as heavy trucks and trailers) and either move unexpired plates to a similar vehicle they own or destroy them rather than returning them.
  4. Sign the title over at pickup. How to sign it correctly.
  5. File the Seller Notification, then cancel your insurance.
Full Wisconsin car title guide

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Madison junk car questions

How much can I get for my junk car in Madison?

Your offer is based on what your car is actually worth to buyers in and around Madison: its weight in scrap metal, reusable parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter, and current demand. Fill out the quick form with your year, make, model and ZIP code to see an offer for your car.

How quickly can you pick up my car in Madison?

Pickup in Madison is often available within 24–48 hours of accepting your offer, and sometimes the same day. You choose a time that works for you.

What paperwork do I need to junk a car in Madison, WI?

Usually your title and a photo ID. Titles in Wisconsin are handled by the Wisconsin DMV; if yours is lost, you can usually request a duplicate there. Our Wisconsin car title guide links to the official forms.

Do you buy cars that don't run in Madison?

Yes. Non-running, wrecked, flood-damaged and stripped vehicles are all welcome, and the tow is always free.

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