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Cash for cars in Philadelphia, PA

We buy cars, trucks and SUVs in Philadelphia and across Philadelphia County, in any condition. Get an offer online and we'll tow it for free.

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Selling a car in Philadelphia

Pennsylvania title transfers need a notary or tag service, and we help Philly sellers line that up before pickup day.

We pick up all over Philadelphia, from Kensington and South Philly to Germantown and Frankford. Pickup is usually within 24 to 48 hours after you accept an offer.

Rust is fine with us

Salted winter roads eat rocker panels, frames, brake lines and exhaust systems. Private buyers walk away from rust, and many dealers lowball it. We price rusted cars on what they're worth for parts and metal, and we don't need the car to pass inspection.

Areas we cover around Philadelphia

Outside the city limits, we cover Upper Darby, Norristown, Chester, Cheltenham, Bensalem and Camden, NJ. The tow is just as free in the suburbs as it is downtown.

  • Upper Darby
  • Norristown
  • Chester
  • Cheltenham
  • Bensalem
  • Camden, NJ

Local rules in Philadelphia

Title transfers and duplicate titles for Philadelphia residents are handled by the PennDOT (Pennsylvania Department of Transportation) authorized agents. For a private sale PennDOT says the buyer and seller should meet at a notary, tag service, or motor vehicle dealer.

Keeping a junk car at home: Philadelphia handles abandoned vehicles through Philly311; police decide if a vehicle is abandoned. A vehicle left on private property over 24 hours without the property owner's consent can be reported. Read the rule.

Paperwork for Pennsylvania sellers

  • Notarized title signature: Required
  • License plates: Seller removes them; turn in or transfer
  • Report the sale: No separate seller notice form
  • Duplicate title: MV-38O; $72
  • Junk without a title: Allowed in some cases

The full list of Pennsylvania rules is on our Pennsylvania page. For duplicate titles and release of liability forms, contact the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services.

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How it works in Philadelphia

Start with the year, make and model or your VIN. Once you have a number you like, choose a pickup slot, and a local driver collects the car from your home, work or a shop in Philadelphia. Payment changes hands before the car is loaded. 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 Philadelphia, and pickup is usually within 24 to 48 hours.

Questions from Philadelphia sellers

Do you buy cars in Kensington and Mayfair?

Yes. We buy cars in Kensington, Mayfair and every other neighborhood in Philadelphia, plus nearby areas like Upper Darby and Norristown. Pickup is free wherever the car is parked.

How fast can you pick up my car in Philadelphia?

Pickup in Philadelphia is usually within 24 to 48 hours after you accept. We also cover Upper Darby, Norristown, Chester and the rest of the Philadelphia area.

Do you buy junk cars in Philadelphia?

Yes. We buy junk, wrecked and non-running cars in Philadelphia and tow them for free. Most are priced on their parts and metal, plus any value left in the model.

What paperwork do I need to sell a car in Philadelphia, PA?

The title and a photo ID that matches it. Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, the plates don't go to the buyer. Remove the plate after the title transfer and return it to PennDOT unless you transfer it to another vehicle. For a duplicate title, Philadelphia residents can go to the PennDOT (Pennsylvania Department of Transportation) authorized agents.

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

Sometimes. An owner whose title is faulty, lost or destroyed can transfer a salvage vehicle kept on their own property to a scrap metal processor, and must verify the salvage report (75 Pa.C.S. 1163). Otherwise you'll need the title or a duplicate. To replace a lost Pennsylvania title, apply to the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services with MV-38O. The fee is $72.

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

Philadelphia handles abandoned vehicles through Philly311; police decide if a vehicle is abandoned. A vehicle left on private property over 24 hours without the property owner's consent can be reported. If you'd rather not deal with it, we tow junk cars from Philadelphia for free and pay you for them.

Do you charge for towing in Philadelphia?

Never. There's no hook-up fee, mileage charge or deduction for the tow, whether the car is in Philadelphia or out in Camden, NJ.

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Checked against these sources on November 6, 2026.

Last updated November 6, 2026.

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Get cash for your car in Philadelphia

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