Sell Your Junk Car in 77006 — Houston, TX
Junk cars in Houston, TX typically sell for $225–$1,025 (sedans) and $675–$3,950 (pickups) as of September 2026, based on ~$155/ton South-region scrap. Towing is free in Houston, pickup times depend on the local tow partner, and you're paid at pickup. Texas expects a title for the sale; if yours is lost, Texas DMV replaces it (VTR-130-U + Bonded Title).
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Live in ZIP code 77006? We buy junk, non-running, wrecked, salvage-title, flood-damaged, and unwanted cars across Houston and the surrounding Harris County area. Free flatbed towing, cash paid on the spot — most 77006 pickups are often scheduled within a few days, depending on your area.
Houston is a major metro of about 2,312,717 residents in Harris County, in the South region — buyer competition here is heavy, so several licensed yards usually bid on the same car.
Scrap car prices in 77006
Estimated payout ranges by vehicle type in the Houston, TX 77006 market. Your actual offer depends on year, make, model, and condition.
South region scrap market — updated October 2026. In the South, high vehicle volume and mild-climate bodies keep used-parts demand steady, which is why Houston offers sit where they do rather than tracking a national average.
| Vehicle | Running | Not Running | Wrecked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | $250–$1,175 | $200–$875 | $150–$625 |
| Sedan | $300–$1,375 | $225–$1,025 | $150–$750 |
| SUV / crossover | $600–$2,725 | $450–$2,025 | $325–$1,450 |
| Pickup truck | $900–$5,325 | $675–$3,950 | $475–$2,850 |
| Van / minivan | $550–$2,525 | $425–$1,875 | $300–$1,350 |
Scrap steel is trading around $155/ton in the South market, which sets the floor on 77006 offers — that's why a running sedan here quotes at $225–$1,025 rather than the bare per-ton number.
Junk car buyers near Houston
Listed buyers within about 40 miles of Houston. Compare them against your JunkUrCar offer before you commit.
JT Junk Car Buyer
in Houston, TX
14602 Presidio Square Blvd, Houston, TX 77083, USA
Adam Car Buyer - Cash for Junk Cars Houston
in Houston, TX
913 Northville St, Houston, TX 77038, USA
I Buy Junk Vehicles
in Houston, TX
12130 Mosielee St, Houston, TX 77086, USA
Texas Salvage and Surplus Buyers
in Houston, TX
16903 Red Oak Dr #203, Houston, TX 77090, USA
Space City Cash Junk Car Buyer
in Houston, TX
6405 Dumble St, Houston, TX 77021, USA
RJ's Junk Car Buyer
in Houston, TX
17955 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77090, USA
Selling a junk car in Texas: title & DMV rules
Texas requires a title in your name to transfer a junk vehicle, including a scrap sale from a Houston driveway.
- If the title is missing
- Texas uses a bonded (surety) title when the chain of ownership is broken: you post a surety bond — typically 1.5× the vehicle's appraised value — and the Texas DMV issues a title you can sign over. The duplicate-title paperwork in Texas is VTR-130-U + Bonded Title (VTR-130-SOF).
- License plates
- Remove your plates — Texas plates stay with the seller and can be transferred.
- Notice of sale / release of liability
- File the Vehicle Transfer Notification (VTR-346) with TxDMV within 30 days — it releases you from liability.
- What Texas salvage buyers must do
- Texas requires a bonded title (Form VTR-130-SOF) when a regular title is unavailable. Licensed metal recyclers can accept vehicles 10+ model years old with photo ID and a Bill of Sale under Tex. Transp. Code §501.
- Sign the seller assignment on the title
- Complete the odometer disclosure
- Handle plates as TX requires
- File the notice of sale, then cancel insurance
For the full walkthrough — paperwork, no-title options, and current TX payout ranges — read our guide to selling a junk car in Texas.
Rules change — confirm current forms and filing windows with the Texas DMV.
Junk car FAQs — Houston, Texas
- How much can I get for my car in Houston, Texas?
- Offers in Houston, Texas depend on the vehicle: the year, make and model, whether it runs and drives, and the damage or missing parts you describe. Enter those details for an instant online offer. Offers are not guaranteed.
- Is towing included for a car in Houston, Texas?
- Towing is included with the online offer. Describe where the car sits and whether it rolls and steers, and confirm the pickup terms before you accept. Offers are not guaranteed.
- How does pickup work for a car in Houston, Texas?
- Pickup in Houston, Texas is arranged after you accept an offer; timing depends on local tow-operator availability.
- What paperwork do I need to sell my junk car in Houston, Texas?
- A government-issued photo ID and the vehicle title, or your state's replacement document. Texas title rules vary, so confirm the current requirement with your state motor vehicle agency.
- Should I clean my junk car before pickup in Houston, Texas?
- You don't need to wash or detail the car. Remove personal items, and handle the license plates per Texas rules.