Sell Your Car for Cash in Houston, TX
We buy cars throughout the Houston metro — any condition, including flood-damaged and non-running vehicles — with free towing and payment on the spot.
Get My Cash OfferHow It Works in Houston
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Get the Offer
Enter your VIN or plate and a few details. Get a real cash offer in seconds.
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Schedule Pickup
Pick a time that works for you anywhere in the Houston area. Towing is free, even for non-running cars.
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Get Paid
Hand over the keys and title, get paid on the spot — no waiting for a bank transfer.
Get Cash for Your Car Fast in Houston
Selling used, junked, or wrecked cars has never been easier. We buy all makes and models in any condition — all you need to do is call us now or get your instant offer online, and we'll pick up your vehicle at no extra cost anywhere in the Houston metro.
We handle the towing and the paperwork so you're free to go spend that cash. With free quotes and free towing, there's nothing to lose but your old car.
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Recently Purchased Vehicles — Houston, TX
Illustrative examples — not live transaction data.
PURCHASED FOR $650
2001 Honda Accord Touring
Houston, TX
PURCHASED FOR $800
1997 Ford Ranger
Houston, TX
PURCHASED FOR $3,400
2015 Ram 2500 SLT
Houston, TX
PURCHASED FOR $2,150
2017 Hyundai Elantra SE
Houston, TX
PURCHASED FOR $1,750
2007 Audi Q7 Premium
Houston, TX
PURCHASED FOR $1,050
2009 Nissan Altima 3.5SE
Houston, TX
Houston FAQs
How much can I get for my junk car in Houston?
It depends on your car's year, make, model, mileage, and condition. Get an instant online offer or call us for a straightforward cash quote — no guessing games.
Do you offer free towing in Houston?
Yes, towing is completely free anywhere in the Houston metro, including Sugar Land, Pasadena, Baytown, Katy, The Woodlands, Pearland, and Spring.
How fast can I sell my car for cash in Houston?
Most Houston sellers get an offer in seconds online and can schedule pickup within 24 hours of accepting it.
Do you buy cars that don't run in Houston?
Yes. Running or not, damaged or totaled — we make offers on vehicles in any condition and tow them away for free.
Do I need to go to an office to sell my car in Houston?
No. We don't require an office visit — our driver comes to your home, workplace, or wherever your car is parked anywhere in the Houston metro.
Do I need a title to sell my car in Houston?
A signed Texas title in your name is the cleanest option and gets you paid the fastest. If you don't have one in hand, tell us up front — we'll help you figure out the right path rather than turning you away.
What actually counts as a "junked vehicle" under Houston's code?
Under Houston Code of Ordinances Chapter 10, Article XIII, a junked vehicle is a self-propelled vehicle with expired registration that's wrecked, dismantled, or partially dismantled — or one that's simply been inoperable for more than 30 consecutive days. It doesn't have to be a total wreck; a car that hasn't run in a month with expired tags already qualifies, and fines run $200 to $2,000 through Houston Municipal Court.
Who enforces junk car rules in Houston, and how do I know if I'll get cited?
Houston merged its Department of Neighborhoods and Public Works inspection teams into one Community Code Enforcement division in 2025, logging nearly 96,000 inspections since the start of 2024 with only 33 inspectors on staff. Complaints usually start with a neighbor calling 311 — so if a car's been sitting in your driveway a while, don't assume no one's noticed.
Why do so many Houston "cash for junk car" offers change once the driver shows up?
It's a known local pattern — get a quote over the phone, then have the pickup driver "renegotiate" down once they're standing in your driveway. Get any offer in writing and don't let a driver walk it back once they're on-site; with hundreds of Houston-area buyers to choose from, there's no reason to accept a lowball at the curb.
Does Houston's flood history actually affect what a junk or damaged car is worth here?
Yes, more than in most cities — Houston neighborhoods like Meyerland (along Brays Bayou, ZIP 77096) have flooded in 2015, 2016, and 2017 alone, with 83% of Meyerland homes taking on water during Harvey and homeowners there receiving more than $444 million in flood insurance payouts. A huge number of local vehicles have flood history somewhere in their past, which is why a flood-damaged car needs to be handled honestly, not passed off as clean.
Which Houston-area neighborhoods see the most flood-damaged vehicles?
Southwest Houston along Brays Bayou (Meyerland and nearby ZIP 77096), Kingwood near the San Jacinto River, and Greenspoint along Greens Bayou have the most documented repeat flooding in the city. If you're in one of these areas and your car has taken on water more than once, it's worth getting it appraised for salvage value rather than repeatedly repairing it after every heavy rain.
Where do I go in Houston to handle title paperwork on a car I'm selling?
Houston doesn't have a separate city DMV — titles and registration run through the Harris County Tax Office, with the main downtown branch at 1001 Preston St and 16 branch locations around the county, including one in Bellaire at 6000 Chimney Rock Rd. The office is closed Wednesdays, so plan around that if you need a title transfer done same-week.
If my car gets towed by the city in Houston, is it even worth getting back?
Probably not for a junk car. Houston's regulated non-consent tow rate is $232 for the first 20 miles plus daily storage up to $22.85 and a possible $50 notification fee — for a car that's already borderline junk, those fees alone can exceed what it's worth, which is exactly why selling for cash before it gets impounded makes more sense than after.
I've got an old pickup truck that finally died — is there real demand for junk trucks in Houston?
Yes — Ford F-150s, Chevy Silverados, and RAM pickups are consistently among the most common vehicles bought and sold in the Houston area, meaning steady local demand for truck parts (drivetrains, beds, tailgates) even from trucks that no longer run. A dead truck is usually worth more for parts here than a comparable dead sedan.
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