The junk car industry in the United States is made up of a few different types of buyers, and knowing the difference can save you time and money. Local salvage yards typically buy based on scrap weight alone. They're a fine option if your car has truly reached the end of its useful life, but they rarely account for parts that still have resale value.
Specialized junk car buyers, like us, look past scrap weight and consider the engine, transmission, catalytic converter, and other resalable components. That's usually why our offers come in higher than a straightforward scrap-metal price.
There are also private buyers and part-out specialists who purchase specific vehicles for specific parts. These buyers can occasionally offer a great price for the right car, but the process tends to take longer and requires more back-and-forth than a direct sale.
Whichever route you choose, the fastest way to know what your car is actually worth is to describe it accurately and get a real number, rather than assuming its only value is as scrap.
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