Sell Your Junk Car in 79928 — Horizon City, TX
Junk cars in Horizon City, TX typically sell for $175–$850 (sedans) and $550–$3,275 (pickups) as of September 2026, based on ~$160/ton South-region scrap. Towing is free in Horizon City, 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 79928? We buy junk, non-running, wrecked, salvage-title, flood-damaged, and unwanted cars across Horizon City and the surrounding El Paso County area. Free flatbed towing, cash paid on the spot — most 79928 pickups are often scheduled within a few days, depending on your area.
Horizon City is a small town of about 19,562 residents in El Paso County, in the South region — coverage comes from tow partners based in the nearest metro, and pickups are typically batched by route day.
Scrap car prices in 79928
Estimated payout ranges by vehicle type in the Horizon City, TX 79928 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 Horizon City offers sit where they do rather than tracking a national average.
| Vehicle | Running | Not Running | Wrecked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | $200–$975 | $150–$725 | $100–$525 |
| Sedan | $225–$1,150 | $175–$850 | $125–$600 |
| SUV / crossover | $500–$2,250 | $375–$1,675 | $275–$1,200 |
| Pickup truck | $750–$4,425 | $550–$3,275 | $400–$2,350 |
| Van / minivan | $475–$2,075 | $350–$1,550 | $250–$1,100 |
Scrap steel is trading around $160/ton in the South market, which sets the floor on 79928 offers — that's why a running sedan here quotes at $175–$850 rather than the bare per-ton number.
Junk car buyers near Horizon City
Listed buyers within about 40 miles of Horizon City. Compare them against your JunkUrCar offer before you commit.
We Buy Cars El Paso
El Paso, TX · ~20 mi away
5550 N Desert Blvd Bldg C, El Paso, TX 79912, USA
M&B AUTO SALES AND SALVAGE LLC
El Paso, TX · ~20 mi away
405 Orgain Way, El Paso, TX 79915, USA
Cash For Cars
El Paso, TX · ~20 mi away
6055 Alameda Ave, El Paso, TX 79905, USA
Dyer Auto Salvage
El Paso, TX · ~20 mi away
10880 Dyer St, El Paso, TX 79934, USA
Pull-A-Part El Paso
El Paso, TX · ~20 mi away
12000 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX 79936, USA
We Buy Cars El Paso Eastside
El Paso, TX · ~20 mi away
1310 N Zaragoza Rd, El Paso, TX 79936, 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 Horizon City 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 — Horizon City, Texas
- How much can I get for my car in Horizon City, Texas?
- Offers in Horizon City, 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 Horizon City, 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 Horizon City, Texas?
- Pickup in Horizon City, 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 Horizon City, 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 Horizon City, Texas?
- You don't need to wash or detail the car. Remove personal items, and handle the license plates per Texas rules.