Sell Your Junk Car in New York, NY

Selling a junk car in New York: title & DMV rules

New York exempts vehicles model year 1972 and older from titling, so an older New York car can often be sold on a bill of sale alone. Anything newer needs a title in your name.

If the title is missing

New York does not normally require a bonded title for a junk sale. A duplicate title (MV-37 (Statement of Ownership) + MV-902 (Duplicate Title)) or, for scrap-only sales, a licensed-recycler affidavit is the usual route. The duplicate-title paperwork in New York is MV-37 (Statement of Ownership) + MV-902 (Duplicate Title).

License plates

Remove the plates and return them to the New York State DMV — surrendering plates protects you from insurance-lapse fines.

Notice of sale / release of liability

Keep the DMV plate-surrender receipt (FS-6T) with your bill of sale.

What New York salvage buyers must do

New York lets owners transfer vehicles model year 1972 and older with a notarized Bill of Sale (MV-50) — no title required. Newer vehicles need a duplicate via MV-902 before a private sale.

• Sign the seller assignment on the title
• Complete the odometer disclosure
• Handle plates as NY requires
• File the notice of sale, then cancel insurance

For the full walkthrough — paperwork, no-title options, and current NY payout ranges — read our guide to selling a junk car in New York.

Rules change — confirm current forms and filing windows with the New York State DMV.

Common cars we see offers for in New York

Model years with 5 or more real instant offers in our price index, for models with offers in New York. Offers are not guaranteed.

• 2011 Hyundai Sonata
• 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
• 2004 Honda Pilot
• 2013 Nissan Rogue
• 2003 GMC Envoy
• 2006 Dodge Charger
• 2004 Jeep Liberty
• 2004 Honda CR-V
• 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
• 2009 Nissan Maxima

Frequently asked questions

How do I sell a junk car in New York, NY?

To sell a junk car in New York, NY, describe the actual vehicle, its condition, ownership documents and pickup access. New York metro, all conditions, offers within 30 miles of New York: median $475 across 724 real instant offers in our price index; these figures are historical context, not an offer for your car. Offers are not guaranteed.

What affects the offer for New York, NY?

The vehicle year, make, model, mileage, actual condition, missing parts, ownership documents, location and pickup access affect the offer. Published aggregates are context, not a quote. Offers are not guaranteed.

What paperwork do I need in New York?

For model year 1973 and newer, New York normally uses a title as proof of ownership. For 1972 and older, an eligible transferable registration and bill of sale can establish ownership; a nontransferable registration cannot. For a lost New York title, use the DMV's duplicate-title route (MV-902). Ask DMV about accepted proof for an older vehicle or a dismantler-only transfer rather than assuming any registration or bill of sale is enough. If a lien is recorded, contact the lienholder about the title and a lien release. A sale or scrap pickup does not erase an outstanding loan.

Is towing included, and how is pickup arranged?

Towing is included when you accept an offer through our referral flow. The buyer confirms access, ownership documents, payment and local pickup arrangements. No pickup timing is promised.

What real offer data applies to New York, NY?

New York metro, all conditions, offers within 30 miles of New York: median $475 across 724 real instant offers in our price index (2022-03-05–2026-10-22); the middle half ranged $400–$700. These figures cover all conditions, not a quote for this vehicle. Offers are not guaranteed.