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Need help selling a junk, damaged, flooded, or non-running car for cash? Or trying to find affordable used auto parts? ScrapRoute is a **free matching service** that helps you compare options and choose what works for you.
What ScrapRoute can help with
We help with two things:
1. Sell a car you do not want anymore for cash
We can help you get matched with licensed salvage yards, auto recyclers, and cash-for-cars buyers in your area. This can include older cars, non-running cars, wrecked cars, flood cars, and scrap-only vehicles. If you want to start, use get an offer or learn how junk car prices work.
2. Find affordable used or recycled auto parts
We can help connect you with yards and recyclers that may have the part you need, including body parts, wheels, lights, engines, and transmissions. If that is what you need, go to find used parts.
Our service is free to you. You compare options. You choose who to deal with. You confirm the final details before any pickup or payment.
What ScrapRoute cannot do
We want to be clear so nobody gets confused.
ScrapRoute is not:
- a salvage yard
- an auto recycler
- a vehicle buyer
- a towing company
- a dismantler
- a dealership
- a DMV, lawyer, or tax advisor
That means we do not buy your car, tow your car, inspect your car in person, transfer your title, sell parts ourselves, or give legal advice.
We also do not promise a fixed price. Any dollar amount you may see on our site is a typical range or estimate only. The real cash offer depends on the year, make, model, condition, weight, location, and current scrap and parts prices.
For example, many older running cars sold whole may land around $300-$1,500. A non-running car with a bad engine may be around $150-$600. A wrecked or flood car may be around $150-$900. Scrap-only cars often fall around $100-$500. Heavier trucks and SUVs may bring $250-$1,200 by scrap weight. These are not guarantees.
If you want a better idea before you contact anyone, see car value ranges or free towing explained.
How to contact us and what to send
The fastest way to get help is to send basic vehicle or parts details plus your contact information.
For a car you want to sell, send:
- year, make, and model
- whether it runs or not
- major damage, flood, missing parts, or title issues
- your ZIP code or city
- your name and best phone or email
For used parts, send:
- year, make, model, and trim if you know it
- the part you need
- gas or diesel, engine size, and transmission type if relevant
- your ZIP code
- your name and best phone or email
Do not send sensitive information you do not need to send. We do not need your Social Security number, bank account details, or other private financial records just to help you get matched. A VIN may help in some cases, but it should not be treated as a requirement just to ask for help.
If you are selling a car with no title or an old lien, read title transfer basics and then confirm your own state's rules with the DMV. State rules are different. This is general information, not legal advice.
How to stay safe when a buyer contacts you
This part matters. A lot of people lose money because they move too fast.
Before you agree to a pickup:
- Verify the buyer's license yourself and make sure they are insured.
- Confirm the amount, towing, and any fees in writing before pickup.
- Keep your title and ID safe.
- Do not hand over the title or keys until you are paid.
- Make sure you understand if the car is being bought for parts, resale, or scrap.
Lowballing often happens when the truck arrives and suddenly there is a surprise deduction. That is why written confirmation matters.
If you are worried about scams, read how to avoid junk car scams. If your car does not run, sell a non-running car has a simple overview of what buyers usually ask.
A good message gets better results
You do not need perfect English to contact us. Short and clear is enough.
A helpful message looks like this:
- "I have a 2008 Honda Civic in Houston. It does not run. Bad engine. Clean title. Please help me compare buyers."
- "I need a used front bumper for a 2014 Toyota Corolla in Phoenix. Silver if possible. Please contact me by text."
That kind of message helps us point you in the right direction faster.
If your car is wrecked, flooded, or badly damaged, sell a damaged or wrecked car explains what buyers usually care about. If it is simply old and ready to go, sell a junk car is the better starting point.
Contact ScrapRoute if you want free help selling a junk or damaged car for cash, or finding used auto parts. Send basic car or part details and your contact info, compare your options, and only deal with licensed, insured buyers after you confirm everything in writing.
Common questions
Can I contact ScrapRoute if I do not speak English well?
Yes. ScrapRoute is built to help people across the US, including new immigrants and non-native-English speakers. Keep your message short and simple. Send the vehicle or part details, your city or ZIP code, and the best way to reach you.
Can ScrapRoute tell me exactly how much my car is worth?
Not exactly. We can share typical ranges and help you get matched, but we do not make offers or guarantees. The real amount depends on the year, make, model, condition, weight, location, and current scrap and parts prices.
Do I need a title to ask for help?
No. You can still contact us and explain your situation. But title and lien rules vary by state, and many buyers have their own requirements. Always confirm your state's rules with the DMV, verify the buyer's license yourself, and never hand over the title or keys until you are paid.