Will a Junkyard Take My Car Without a Title?

Several people have their old junk cars taking up precious driveway space for years, as they don't possess the car title, and they remain clueless about what to do with the old clunker. It is not uncommon to either lose or misplace the title, especially when the vehicle is pretty old. Most people think it is impossible to sell a junk car legally without a title. However, it is untrue.

A car title, or pink slip or ownership paper, demonstrates the vehicle's legal ownership. While selling a car, it is necessary to transfer ownership of the title to the buyer proving that they are now the new car owners and liable for anything happening to the vehicle.

If the owner does not have a car title, it is always worth making some efforts to get the car title before going ahead with the selling process without one.  

The title is with the bank

If you financed your car and the payment is still due, the bank usually possesses the title. Contact the bank and pay off the remaining debt to get the title. 

Lost, stolen, or misplaced title

In such cases, it takes a little effort and a small fee to get a replacement title. Visit the local DMV to apply for a replacement title. Every State has a defined process to apply for a duplicate title when it is lost or misplaced.

It becomes easy to sell a car after getting a replacement title. However, if a person's situation differs from those mentioned above, the following option is ideal and feasible.

Selling a car without a title to a junkyard 

There are times when the car is no longer recognized fit to drive on the road and qualify as a salvage title, or it is declared totaled by the insurance company, meaning the repairs will cost more than its actual value. In such cases, the options are limited for people without a car title. Also, obtaining a valid duplicate or replacement title gets tough in these circumstances as it is dangerous to have the car on the road. 

Several junkyards are willing to pay cash for junk cars without a valid title and which no one else is ready to buy as long as the owner has a car's registration copy, driver's license, or any other document as proof of ownership as an assurance. They accept vehicles in their actual condition without any need for repairs or fixes. It is a simple option for people who want to get rid of their damaged and title-less car quickly. Junkyards may value the vehicle they can use for parts and pay cash for it.

For a junk car with no title, license, or registration, submit the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the DMV who issues the replacement title if the record identifies the person as the car owner. 

If you need to get rid of a junk car without a title, it is possible to do this legally. Contact a local junkyard to know the required process and follow it duly for a smooth transaction.

If you are in the Phoenix Metro area and want a no-hassle cash offer on an old, wrecked, unwanted, salvage or burned car, SUV, van or truck, give us a call at I Buy Junk Cars. 480-771-8290.