Junk Car Value Calculator
See what your junk car is worth in under 30 seconds. Estimates are based on live US scrap-steel pricing ($0.085/lb), vehicle weight, condition, and catalytic-converter value.
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Estimated value
Live estimate — refine by entering year/make/model.
$325–$478
Range based on 3,200 lb curb weight, non running condition, catalytic intact.
How we calculate this: Curb weight × current US scrap-steel price ($0.085/lb) × condition factor + catalytic-converter platinum-group-metal value. Real offer also factors in resaleable parts demand by ZIP.
What affects your junk car's value?
Scrap steel price
Roughly 65% of a junk car's floor value. Tracks LME/HMS #1 daily.
Catalytic converter
Contains platinum, palladium, rhodium — adds $50–$1,200 depending on make.
Year & model demand
Common parts (alternators, transmissions) on popular models add resale value.
Location (ZIP)
Tow distance to the nearest yard and local scrap rates swing offers ±15%.
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