Cash for Cars in Detroit — Running or Not, We Buy It
Blown Engine · Dead Trans · No Keys · Wrecked · $300–$5,000 Cash
Detroit's go-to buyer for cash for cars running or not. Blown engine, dead transmission, no keys, seized motor, wrecked in a fender-bender, flood-damaged from a Detroit basement flood — none of it stops the sale. Our flatbed hauls it away and you get paid on the spot.
We Actually Prefer the Cars That Don't Run
Most Detroit private buyers will only look at cars that start, drive, and pass a test drive. That leaves thousands of Detroit residents sitting on dead vehicles they can't sell — parked on the street collecting tickets, blocking a driveway, or rotting in a garage. That's exactly the car we want.
Non-running cars still carry every dollar of scrap steel value, cat converter value, and reusable-parts value. In fact, cars with mechanical failure but intact bodies and drivetrains often sell for more than lightly-driven high-mileage running cars, because the parts market is stronger than the retail market for a 15-year-old sedan.
- Blown engines & seized motors. Doesn't affect the cash offer — the block itself is aluminum or steel value.
- Dead transmissions. Automatic or manual — we tow, we don't drive.
- No keys / punched ignition. Flatbed winches it up without ever starting the car.
- Wrecked bodies. Frame damage, rollover, fender-bender, T-bone — all bought for parts + scrap.
- Flood damage. Detroit basement floods and street flooding are our specialty — we buy weekly.
- Fire damage. Bought purely for scrap steel weight — usually $200–$500.
How It Works — 3 Simple Steps
Call or Text for Your Offer
Call (313) 326-5444 or text your year, make, model, and Detroit zip. We give a real cash number in under 2 minutes.
Schedule Free Same-Day Pickup
Pick any time today or tomorrow. Our licensed tow truck comes to your Detroit driveway, street, or garage — 100% free.
Get Paid Cash on the Spot
The driver inspects the car, signs the paperwork with you, and hands you cash. No checks, no waiting.
Why Non-Running Detroit Cars Sell Fast With Us
We own the whole chain — flatbed tow trucks, licensed Detroit recycling yard, DMV filing team. Which means a non-running car is no harder for us than a running one; we tow both the same way. That's why we can pay top dollar on cars that other buyers won't touch, and why we can pick up citywide the same day.
Every non-running car winched safely — no driving required.
Offers include cat converter, wheels, and reusable drivetrain parts.
Call before 4 PM, cash and tow in 2–3 hours across Detroit.
Wrecked, flooded, burned, stripped, or abandoned — all bought.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you really buy cars that don't run in Detroit?+
Yes. About 60% of the vehicles we buy in Detroit are non-running — blown engines, dead transmissions, seized motors, no keys, dead batteries, flooded electricals. The condition doesn't stop the sale; our flatbed picks it up wherever it sits.
How much do you pay for a non-running car vs. a running car?+
The gap is smaller than most people expect. A non-running car still has full scrap steel value, catalytic converter value, and reusable parts. Running cars only earn a modest premium (usually $100–$400) for parts resale. Full-size non-running trucks routinely clear $700–$1,500.
What if the car has no keys or the ignition is broken?+
No problem. Our flatbed tow trucks winch the vehicle up without needing keys or a working ignition. We buy plenty of Detroit cars with lost keys, punched ignitions, or seized steering columns.
Do you buy wrecked, flooded, or fire-damaged cars in Detroit?+
Yes — all three. Wrecked cars still have scrap value and often intact drivetrains. Flooded cars from Detroit basement floods and street flooding are bought weekly. Fire-damaged vehicles are bought for scrap metal weight.
How fast can you pick up a non-running car in Detroit?+
Same day in most cases. Call before 4 PM and our flatbed is typically at your Detroit driveway or street within 2–3 hours with cash.
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