Cash for Junk Cars in San Diego, California

Selling your junk car in San Diego, CA is dead simple with Junk Car Reaper. Enter your VIN or vehicle details to get an instant offer. We pay cash for unwanted, non-running, or damaged vehicles and provide free pickup from your location, often on the same day.

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How We Turn Junk Cars Into Cash in San Diego

It only takes three steps to sell your junk car and get paid as fast as today.

Share Vehicle Details

Get Your Offer

Tell us about your car online or over the phone. A few quick questions is all we need.

We Share Your Best Offer

Schedule Pickup

Schedule a convenient time to have your vehicle picked up by our carrier.

Sell Your Car for Cash

Get paid

We come to you, pay you on the spot, and tow away your vehicle at no cost.

Ready to get started? Sell your junk car now!

Types of Junk Cars We Buy in San Diego

From sun-damaged paint jobs to cars that couldn't handle those steep hills in La Jolla, we've seen it all. We buy junk cars across San Diego, whether you're in Pacific Beach, North Park, or out in El Cajon. Skip the hassle of dealing with sketchy Craigslist buyers or driving around to Mission Valley junkyards - we'll come right to you.

Here are the types of cars we purchase in the San Diego area:

  • Salt-corroded vehicles from oceanfront neighborhoods like Ocean Beach
  • Cars with transmission problems from the I-5/805 merge commute
  • Accident-damaged vehicles from crashes on the 163 or I-8
  • High-mileage cars worn out from Camp Pendleton commutes
  • Non-running vehicles collecting dust in Clairemont driveways
  • Cars with mechanical issues from climbing those Hillcrest hills

From Chula Vista to Carlsbad, if you've got a car that's more trouble than it's worth, we'll take it off your hands - and put cash in them instead.

Top Junk Car Buyers in The Area

Since 2020, Junk Car Reaper has made selling junk cars in San Diego dead simple. With an A+ BBB rating and membership in the Automotive Recyclers Association, we deliver unmatched service across San Diego County. We don't just tow junk cars β€” we bury the competition. When other buyers make you an offer, bring it to us. We'll match or beat any legitimate quote, guaranteeing you maximum value for your vehicle.

From Ocean Beach to Escondido, Pacific Beach to El Cajon, we've turned countless local eyesores into instant cash. As your trusted San Diego auto buyers, we handle everything from minor fender benders to complete mechanical failures. We're fully licensed, bonded, and ready to serve every neighborhood in America's Finest City.

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Get the Most Cash, Fast

Get the highest cash offers in Southern California, with same-day payment right here in sunny San Diego.

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Skip the Stress of Selling

Skip the hassle and enjoy the beach instead. One call to us and your car troubles are gone.

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No Costs. No Surprises.

Get your guaranteed cash offer with zero hidden fees and complimentary towing across sunny Southern California.

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Local Help. Real People.

Our friendly team right here in Southern California is ready to help with your junk car needs, bringing local expertise and personalized service.

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Clear Space. Lose the Liability.

Clear out your coastal property and avoid those strict California HOA fines. Get that sun-damaged eyesore off your property today.

Our Local Impact

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$932,682+
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Same-Day Pickups
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Verified Local Sellers

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We Pay Top Dollar for Junk Cars in San Diego

We pay between $300 and $1,500 for junk cars in San Diego, depending on the vehicle’s condition, weight, and resale potential. Our average payout in the area is around $915, with higher offers for cars that have valuable parts or working components.

Looking for more information on payouts? See what we pay for junk cars based on real offers and local vehicle conditions.

Typical Payout Range in San Diego
$100 – $1,500
Live market prices
Average Junk Car Price in San Diego
$915
Last 3 months data
Current Scrap Price in San Diego
$165 to $198
Per ton. Updated weekly

Questions About Selling Junk Cars in San Diego, CA

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Free Junk Car Removal Across San Diego

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