Sell My Junk Car in San Diego, CA

Getting cash for your junk car in San Diego, CA has never been easier. We buy vehicles in any condition, pay top dollar, and provide free removal with same-day payment. Get your instant offer online or by phone today.

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Fast Cash for Cars in San Diego

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  1. Get Instant Quote
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  2. Free Junk Car Pickup
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    Get Paid on the Spot

    We arrive with payment and tow away the vehicle free of charge.

The Best Junk Car Buyer Near You

Ready to sell your junk car in San Diego? From La Jolla to Mission Beach, we offer top dollar cash for cars in San Diego with zero hassle. Whether your vehicle's been damaged by coastal salt air or just won't pass California's smog requirements, we'll buy it and pay you within 24 hours.

Skip the time-consuming private listings and dealership lowball offers - we provide instant quotes and same-day pickup across San Diego County. Our team buys all makes and models, offers upfront pricing with no hidden fees, and handles all DMV paperwork.

From rusted-out surfer vans near Balboa Park to broken-down commuters in Chula Vista, we'll remove your vehicle wherever is convenient.

Junk Car Medics is trusted by hundreds of local sellers each month. Here's why people in the Southern California area choose us over the competition.

  • Top Offers from Local Buyers

    We offer up to 30% more than junkyards and other places that buy junk cars in San Diego.

  • Quick, No-Hassle Process

    Offers are 100% guaranteed with no haggling, hidden fees, or last-minute changes.

  • Free Junk Car Removal

    90% of vehicles are picked up the same or next-day for free, saving you up to $150 in removal fees.

  • No Title? No Problem

    We've legally bought hundreds of title-less vehicles in San Diego following California law.

  • Top-Rated Cash for Cars Service in San Diego

    With over 1,400 5-star reviews and repeat sellers, we're the trusted choice for selling junk cars in the area.

In beautiful San Diego, Junk Car Medics is your premier cash for cars service from La Jolla to Pacific Beach. Our A+ BBB rating and stellar DMV reputation show why we're San Diego's most trusted junk car buyer.

Whether you're near Balboa Park, Torrey Pines, or the Gaslamp Quarter, turn your junk car troubles into quick cash with America's Finest City's favorite auto buyer. Get your free offer today and experience the professional, laid-back SoCal service that's made us San Diego's top choice.

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Todd Bialaszewski, Owner

Junk Car Medics San Diego
San Diego, California 92101
(855) 437-9728

Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8 am - 7 pm
Sat: 8 am - 2 pm
Sun: Closed
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Super fast, friendly, and I loved the communication during the process.

San Diego, CA
Amount Received $760

We Buy Junk Cars in San Diego in Any Condition

Whether you are junking a damaged Nissan Altima, a Honda Odyssey that does not start, or an incomplete Nissan Pathfinder, we'll buy it! We pay cash for junk cars, trucks, vans, and SUVS in San Diego, regardless of condition, including:

  • Broken Cars
  • Damaged Cars
  • No Title Cars
  • Non-Running Cars
  • Old Cars
  • Parts Cars
  • Running Cars
  • Salvage Cars
  • Scrap Cars
  • Totaled Cars
  • Unwanted Cars
  • Wrecked Cars

Even if your car is just a vehicle shell, it still has value to our junk car buyers in San Diego. Over the last 12 months, we've bought over 488 junk vehicles near you and paid out more than $370,000 to local sellers. No matter the condition, we'll make you a fair offer based on the current market.

Junk Car Medics buys junk cars across San Diego including La Jolla, Pacific Beach, North Park, Ocean Beach, Mission Valley, Hillcrest, Point Loma, Encinitas, and Coronado.

Recent Purchases in Your Area

$665 2006 Honda Odyssey Zip Code: 92131
$340 2002 Mitsubishi Galant Zip Code: 92027
$625 2004 Acura TL Zip Code: 92126
$970 2009 Toyota Camry Zip Code: 92116
$340 1986 Volvo 740 Zip Code: 92113
$765 2008 Infiniti G35 Zip Code: 92101
$625 2003 Honda Accord Zip Code: 92025
$625 2004 BMW 3-Series Zip Code: 92025
$185 2000 Honda Accord Zip Code: 92025
$185 2001 Nissan Altima Zip Code: 92154

Data updated weekly. Last updated: April 11, 2025

FAQ

What do I need to sell my junk car in San Diego?

To sell your junk car in San Diego, California, you need a valid title, current registration, photo ID, and all vehicle keys. Lost titles can be replaced at the DMV or online by submitting form REG 227 with the required fee. For titleless vehicles, you can transfer ownership using forms REG 343 and REG 262, though this process requires extra documentation and time.

How fast can you pick up my junk car in San Diego?

Most vehicles in San Diego are picked up within 24 to 48 hours. Many transactions happen within hours of accepting your offer.

How do you calculate junk car offers in San Diego?

Offers are based on your vehicle’s condition, demand for parts, and scrap metal prices in San Diego. We always work to get you the highest possible offer.

Do you pay cash on the spot when picking up my vehicle in San Diego?

Payment is always made at the time of pickup, either in cash or check. All checks are guaranteed and backed by licensed buyers so you can sell with confidence.

Do you buy incomplete vehicles in San Diego?

Yes! We pay cash for cars with missing or aftermarket parts in San Diego. The value may decrease if key components like the engine, transmission, or catalytic converter are missing or aftermarket.

Turn your junk car woes into cash.