Sell Your Junk Car in 78333 — Alice, TX
Junk cars in Alice, TX typically sell for $200–$900 (sedans) and $600–$3,525 (pickups) as of September 2026, based on ~$165/ton South-region scrap. Towing is free in Alice, 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 78333? We buy junk, non-running, wrecked, salvage-title, flood-damaged, and unwanted cars across Alice and the surrounding Jim Wells County area. Free flatbed towing, cash paid on the spot — most 78333 pickups are often scheduled within a few days, depending on your area.
Alice is a small town of about 18,949 residents in Jim Wells County, in the South region — tow distance is the biggest single factor here, so we route the closest flatbed rather than the cheapest.
Scrap car prices in 78333
Estimated payout ranges by vehicle type in the Alice, TX 78333 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 Alice offers sit where they do rather than tracking a national average.
| Vehicle | Running | Not Running | Wrecked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | $225–$1,025 | $175–$775 | $125–$550 |
| Sedan | $275–$1,225 | $200–$900 | $150–$650 |
| SUV / crossover | $550–$2,425 | $400–$1,800 | $300–$1,300 |
| Pickup truck | $800–$4,750 | $600–$3,525 | $425–$2,550 |
| Van / minivan | $500–$2,225 | $375–$1,650 | $275–$1,200 |
Scrap steel is trading around $165/ton in the South market, which sets the floor on 78333 offers — that's why a running sedan here quotes at $200–$900 rather than the bare per-ton number.
Junk car buyers near Alice
Listed buyers within about 40 miles of Alice. Compare them against your JunkUrCar offer before you commit.
Wilkinson Gary iron and metal
Scrap metal dealerAlice, TX · ~1 mi away
917 S U.S. Hwy 281, Alice, TX 78332
Cindy's Wrecker Service
Auto wreckerFalfurrias, TX · ~1 mi away
1204 S S U.S. Hwy 281, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Cindy's Wrecker Services
Auto wreckerAlice, TX · ~2 mi away
2000 Energy Ave, Alice, TX 78332
Copper Recycling Corp.
Recycling centerAlice, TX · ~2 mi away
3813 Falfurrias Hwy, Alice, TX 78332
Juan's Wrecker and Truck Road Service, LLC
Towing serviceKingsville, TX · ~21 mi away
1876 E Corral Ave, Kingsville, TX 78363
ACME Wrecker Service
Towing serviceRobstown, TX · ~24 mi away
5509 Paul Ln, Robstown, TX 78380
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 Alice 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.
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Junk car FAQs — Alice, Texas
- How much can I get for my car in Alice, Texas?
- Offers in Alice, 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 Alice, 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 Alice, Texas?
- Pickup in Alice, 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 Alice, 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 Alice, Texas?
- You don't need to wash or detail the car. Remove personal items, and handle the license plates per Texas rules.