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Cash for cars in Raleigh, NC

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Selling a car in Raleigh

North Carolina needs a notarized title signature, and plates stay with Raleigh sellers after the sale.

Whether the car is parked in North Hills, Five Points or out toward Brier Creek, we can get a truck to it. Pickup is usually within 24 to 48 hours after you accept an offer.

Lots of miles, still worth money

Traffic-heavy commutes and long freeway runs mean many cars here pass 150,000 or even 200,000 miles. Private buyers get nervous at those numbers, but a high-mileage car still has value in its parts and its resale at auction.

Areas we cover around Raleigh

Live just outside Raleigh? We also buy in Cary, Durham, Garner, Apex, Wake Forest and Knightdale, and anywhere else in North Carolina for that matter.

  • Cary
  • Durham
  • Garner
  • Apex
  • Wake Forest
  • Knightdale

Local rules in Raleigh

Title transfers and duplicate titles for Raleigh residents are handled by the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) license plate agency. NCDMV says to transfer a title at a license plate agency or by mail.

Keeping a junk car at home: Raleigh ordinances (Part 12, Chapter 7) prohibit abandoned and nuisance vehicles; city ordinance also bars open storage of two or more unlicensed, uninspected, wrecked or dismantled vehicles. Read the rule.

Paperwork for North Carolina sellers

  • Notarized title signature: Required
  • License plates: Seller removes them; turn in or transfer
  • Report the sale: No separate seller notice form
  • Duplicate title: MVR-4; $25.50
  • Junk without a title: Allowed in some cases

The full list of North Carolina rules is on our North Carolina page. For duplicate titles and release of liability forms, contact the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV).

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How it works in Raleigh

Most Raleigh sales take a few days from first quote to empty driveway. You get an offer, schedule the tow, get paid on the spot, then hand over the signed title and keys. Nothing is charged for the pickup. The full process covers what to have ready.

  1. Get your offer

    Tell us the year, make, model and condition, or start with your VIN. Your cash offer is good for 7 days.

  2. Pick a pickup time

    Choose when and where. Towing is free anywhere in Raleigh, and pickup is usually within 24 to 48 hours.

Questions from Raleigh sellers

Do you buy cars in North Hills and Wakefield?

Yes. We buy cars in North Hills, Wakefield and every other neighborhood in Raleigh, plus nearby areas like Cary and Durham. Pickup is free wherever the car is parked.

How fast can you pick up my car in Raleigh?

Once you accept, we schedule the tow for a time that suits you, usually within 24 to 48 hours. That goes for Raleigh itself and the surrounding suburbs.

Do you buy junk cars in Raleigh?

Yes, from rusted-out project cars to vehicles that haven't started in years. We pay for junk cars across Wake County and haul them away at no cost.

What paperwork do I need to sell a car in Raleigh, NC?

The title and a photo ID that matches it. North Carolina requires the seller's signature on the title to be notarized, so plan a stop at a bank, shipping store or mobile notary before pickup. In North Carolina, the plates don't go to the buyer. Surrender the plate immediately unless you transfer it to another vehicle. Return it before canceling liability insurance. For a duplicate title, Raleigh residents can go to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) license plate agency.

Can I sell a junk car without a title in Raleigh?

Sometimes. Recyclers and salvage yards can buy a vehicle at least 12 model years old without a title if the seller signs a no-lien ownership statement and shows photo ID (G.S. 20-62.1). Otherwise you'll need the title or a duplicate. To replace a lost North Carolina title, apply to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) with MVR-4. The fee is $25.50.

Can I keep a junk car at my house in Raleigh?

Raleigh ordinances (Part 12, Chapter 7) prohibit abandoned and nuisance vehicles; city ordinance also bars open storage of two or more unlicensed, uninspected, wrecked or dismantled vehicles. If you'd rather not deal with it, we tow junk cars from Raleigh for free and pay you for them.

Do you charge for towing in Raleigh?

No. Towing is free in Raleigh and everywhere else we buy. The offer you accept is the amount you're paid.

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Last updated November 6, 2026.

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