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Detroit Junk Car Recycling
Flatbed tow truck at the Detroit Junk Car Recycling yard

Junk car removal

Junk car removal, handled for you

A car that doesn't run can't drive itself to a buyer. We bring the tow truck, load the vehicle, and take it to our Detroit yard.

Getting a dead car off your property

Most junk cars are stuck where they stopped: in a driveway, a garage, a backyard, or a parking lot. Moving them yourself means arranging and paying for a tow, then finding somewhere that will take the car. We combine both steps. When you sell your vehicle to us, removal is part of the plan.

Ask about any towing costs when you get your offer so you know exactly what's included before you agree to anything.

Help us plan the pickup

A few details about the vehicle's location help us send the right equipment and avoid delays:

  • Is the car in a driveway, garage, backyard, street, or parking lot?
  • Does it roll? Are all the wheels on, and do the tires hold air?
  • Is anything blocking it, such as another car, a fence, or a low garage door?
  • Are the keys available?

What happens on pickup day

Our driver arrives at the scheduled time, confirms the vehicle matches what was described, and reviews the title with you. Once the paperwork is done, the car is loaded and you're paid. Remember to take your license plate and clear out your belongings beforehand.

A lane between buildings at the yard where vehicles are unloaded

Removal checklist

  • Clear a path for the tow truck
  • Take out personal belongings
  • Remove your license plate
  • Have the title and keys ready

How it works

Three steps from junk to sold

No listings, no strangers test-driving your car, no haggling in the driveway.

  1. Step 1: Tell us about the car

    Call or use the form with the year, make, model, and condition. Honest details lead to an accurate offer.

  2. Step 2: Accept & schedule

    We explain the offer and what's included. If it works for you, we set a pickup time that fits your schedule.

  3. Step 3: Hand over & get paid

    Our team arrives with a tow truck, checks the title and vehicle, and you get paid. That's it.

Request an offer

Find out what your car is worth to us

Share a few details and we'll call you with a real offer for your specific vehicle. No obligation.

  • Offers based on your actual vehicle, not a generic estimate
  • We explain what's included before pickup is scheduled
  • Running, wrecked, or sitting for years

Hours

Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM
Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

Yard

7777 W Chicago, Detroit, MI 48204

Get Your Offer

Tell us about the vehicle and we'll call with an offer. Prefer to talk now? (313) 977-1219

No obligation. We use your number only to contact you about this vehicle. See our privacy policy.

Questions

Common questions

How does pickup work?

Once you accept an offer, we'll schedule a pickup time that works for you. Our team arrives with a tow truck, checks the vehicle and paperwork, and takes it to our yard. Ask about any towing costs when you get your offer so you know exactly what's included.

Do I need to be there for pickup?

Usually someone needs to be present to hand over the title and keys and confirm the sale. If that's difficult, mention it when scheduling and we'll talk about options.

Do you buy cars that don't run?

Yes. Many of the vehicles we buy don't start, have failed engines or transmissions, or have been sitting for a long time. Let us know whether the car rolls and steers, and whether the tires hold air, so we can plan the pickup.

More answers on our FAQ page.

Ready to turn that junk car into money?

Call now or request an offer online. No obligation, and we'll walk you through every step.