Up to $1,000+ Cash for Junk Cars in Chicago, IL

Selling a junk car in Chicago, IL? We pay up to $1,500 cash for junk cars and up to $5,000 for used vehicles that still drive! Just enter your vehicle's information to get an instant, no-obligation offer.

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We Pay The Most Cash for Cars in Chicago, IL

Junk Car Reaper pays the most cash for cars in Chicago, IL, turning old, damaged, and non-running vehicles into instant cash. We cremate competing offers, often paying higher prices for junk cars than local salvage yards and competing buyers.

We pay up to $500 cash for junk cars (end-of-life, missing parts, no title) based on current scrap pricing. Up to $1,000 for trucks or non-running vehicles with valuable components such as the catalytic converter, engine, transmission, and aluminum wheels. And we pay premium prices for newer model vehicles that still have life left, with offers often ranging from $1,500 to $5,000 or more.

Whether your vehicle is missing parts, paperwork, or just ready for the graveyard, we'll harvest its value and pay you top dollar. Our offers are high, our payouts are guaranteed, and our process is fast. Check out our Chicago junk car prices and get an instant offer to lay your vehicle to rest today.

End-of-Life Vehicles Based on weight & market scrap rates.
Missing Parts / No Title Must prove ownership. Scrap only.
$120/ton+
Complete Scrap Includes all core components.
$$170/ton+
Salvage Vehicles Based on resale value of core parts.
Complete Domestic 2010 – 2015 models.
$200 - $1,250+
Complete Imports Japanese/European part demand.
$400 - $1,500+
Premium & Newer Offers based on resale demand & auction value.
Damaged or Rebuildable 2017+ models with valuable parts.
$750 - $5,000+
Running & Good Condition 2017+ models that start and drive.
$1,500 - $5,000+

Selling Junk Cars for Cash in Chicago, IL is Dead-Simple

  1. Customer requesting offer to sell junk car

    Get your quote

    Start the selling of your car in Chicago by entering information online or by phone to get a free offer.

  2. Customer accepting her offer and scheduling junk car removal

    Schedule pickup

    Lock in the offer and select a pickup time and date that fits your schedule. We pick up most vehicles within 24-48 hours.

  3. Customer awaiting arrival to sell their car for cash

    Get paid on the spot

    Complete the paperwork, pass the inspection, and collect cash for your junk car on the spot before we leave.

What do I need to sell my junk car in Chicago?

To sell your junk car you'll need a photo ID and proof of ownership. We'll handle the paperwork on-site and submit it to the IL SOS.

Does the title need to be in my name?

Yes, the title needs to be in your name in order for us to verify ownership. If you are missing the title we can use a current registration in most cases.

Can I sell my car without a title in Chicago?

In many cases you can sell your car without a title in Chicago. If your vehicle is over a certain age and beign sold for scrap then we can usually verify ownership with a valid registration and photo ID. Newer cars or those that still drive will almost always require a physical title.

Junk Car Selling Requirements
Photo ID: A state-issued license or your passport.
Ownership: Title preferred (Registration/ID for scrap).
Remove License Plates: Take them off before we come.
Keys: If you have them, hand them over.
Remove Your Belongings: Clear out your personal items.

Why Sell to Junk Car Reaper?

Selling your junk car should be fast and easy, not scary. Junk Car Reaper is a junk car buyer that pays cash for cars in Chicago, IL and other locations. We're a family owned business that responsibly recycles and disposes of junk cars. We have built an A+ BBB rating and are known for our fast and simple process that comes with no games, no gimmicks, and no lowballing.

  • Best payouts in Chicago - Our offers are based on the current market and scrap prices.
  • Experience auto salvage professionals - We've over a decade of experience buying junk cars.
  • Fast service - Offers are instant and pickup happens within 24-48 hours.
  • Sell any car, any condition - We specialize in buying old, damaged, and unwanted vehicles.
Ruston Graves, The Junk Car Reaper

153 Cars Sold in The Last 30 Days

View recent vehicle's laid to rest by the Reaper:

  • 1996 Honda Civic sedan sold for $510
    1996 Honda Civic
    Chicago, IL
    $510
  • 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis sedan sold for $500
    2001 Mercury Grand Marquis
    Oak Park, IL
    $500
  • 2003 Honda Pilot SUV sold for $550
    2003 Honda Pilot
    Chicago, IL
    $550
  • 2004 Ford F-150 truck sold for $725
    2004 Ford F-150
    Cicero, IL
    $725
  • 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer SUV sold for $560
    2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
    Chicago, IL
    $560
  • 2006 Nissan Murano SUV sold for $560
    2006 Nissan Murano
    Evanston, IL
    $560
  • 2007 Lexus IS 250 sedan sold for $515
    2007 Lexus IS 250
    Chicago, IL
    $515
  • 2009 Chrysler Town & Country van sold for $550
    2009 Chrysler Town & Country
    Naperville, IL
    $550
  • 2009 Subaru Forester SUV sold for $520
    2009 Subaru Forester
    Chicago, IL
    $520
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan sold for $1,065
    2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
    Chicago, IL
    $1,065
  • 2012 Cadillac SRX SUV sold for $710
    2012 Cadillac SRX
    Oak Park, IL
    $710
  • 2012 Ford E-Series van sold for $550
    2012 Ford E-Series
    Chicago, IL
    $550
  • 2013 Buick Verano sedan sold for $965
    2013 Buick Verano
    Evanston, IL
    $965
  • 2014 BMW 7-Series sedan sold for $2,115
    2014 BMW 7-Series
    Chicago, IL
    $2,115
  • 2014 Chevrolet Malibu sedan sold for $975
    2014 Chevrolet Malibu
    Cicero, IL
    $975
  • 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid sedan sold for $1,680
    2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid
    Chicago, IL
    $1,680
  • 2015 Cadillac ATS sedan sold for $1,200
    2015 Cadillac ATS
    Naperville, IL
    $1,200
  • 2016 Ford Escape SUV sold for $1,480
    2016 Ford Escape
    Chicago, IL
    $1,480
  • 2017 Ford Escape SUV sold for $1,430
    2017 Ford Escape
    Evanston, IL
    $1,430
  • 2018 Nissan Altima sedan sold for $1,485
    2018 Nissan Altima
    Chicago, IL
    $1,485
  • 2020 Hyundai Tucson SUV sold for $4,710
    2020 Hyundai Tucson
    Chicago, IL
    $4,710
2664
Cars Bought Locally
780
Average Local Payout
$2M
Total Paid to Sellers
2398
Satisfied Customers

Get Free Junk Car Pickup Across The Area

Although The Reaper may appear as a ghost, there is absolutely no ghosting here. We are all about respect and valuing the customer’s time. That’s why we provide junk car removal at our expense, NOT yours. Along with the added bonus of giving you your payment before we leave. Some of our top areas include:

  • Aurora
  • Naperville
  • Joliet
  • Elgin
  • Waukegan
  • Cicero
  • Evanston
  • Schaumburg
  • Arlington Heights
  • Bolingbrook
  • Skokie
  • Des Plaines
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"I would recommend them, they came and got my junk car, and the guy was nice and friendly."

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