Sell Your Junk Car in 85283 — Tempe, AZ
Junk cars in Tempe, AZ typically sell for $225–$1,050 (sedans) and $700–$4,025 (pickups) as of September 2026, based on ~$195/ton West-region scrap. Towing is free in Tempe, pickup times depend on the local tow partner, and you're paid at pickup. Arizona expects a title for the sale; if yours is lost, Arizona MVD replaces it (Form 96-0236).
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Live in ZIP code 85283? We buy junk, non-running, wrecked, salvage-title, flood-damaged, and unwanted cars across Tempe and the surrounding Maricopa County area. Free flatbed towing, cash paid on the spot — most 85283 pickups are often scheduled within a few days, depending on your area.
Tempe is a mid-size city of about 185,038 residents in Maricopa County, in the West region — regional yards route trucks through here daily, so pickup windows tend to be tight.
Scrap car prices in 85283
Estimated payout ranges by vehicle type in the Tempe, AZ 85283 market. Your actual offer depends on year, make, model, and condition.
West region scrap market — updated October 2026. In the West, export demand out of West Coast ports plus long tow distances shape offers, which is why Tempe offers sit where they do rather than tracking a national average.
| Vehicle | Running | Not Running | Wrecked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact | $250–$1,200 | $200–$900 | $150–$650 |
| Sedan | $300–$1,425 | $225–$1,050 | $150–$750 |
| SUV / crossover | $600–$2,800 | $450–$2,075 | $325–$1,500 |
| Pickup truck | $950–$5,425 | $700–$4,025 | $500–$2,900 |
| Van / minivan | $550–$2,575 | $425–$1,900 | $300–$1,375 |
Scrap steel is trading around $195/ton in the West market, which sets the floor on 85283 offers — that's why a running sedan here quotes at $225–$1,050 rather than the bare per-ton number.
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Selling a junk car in Arizona: title & DMV rules
Arizona requires a title in your name to transfer a junk vehicle, including a scrap sale from a Tempe driveway.
- If the title is missing
- Arizona 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 Arizona MVD issues a title you can sign over. The duplicate-title paperwork in Arizona is Form 96-0236 (Title and Registration Application).
- License plates
- Remove your plate — Arizona plates stay with you and can move to another vehicle.
- Notice of sale / release of liability
- Submit the Sold Notice through AZ MVD's ServiceArizona portal, generally within 10 days of the sale.
- What Arizona salvage buyers must do
- Arizona offers a Bonded Title program through MVD when proof of ownership is incomplete. Surety bond equals 1.5x the vehicle's value and is held for 3 years.
- Sign the seller assignment on the title
- Complete the odometer disclosure
- Handle plates as AZ requires
- File the notice of sale, then cancel insurance
For the full walkthrough — paperwork, no-title options, and current AZ payout ranges — read our guide to selling a junk car in Arizona.
Rules change — confirm current forms and filing windows with the Arizona MVD.
Junk car FAQs — Tempe, Arizona
- How much can I get for my car in Tempe, Arizona?
- Offers in Tempe, Arizona 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 Tempe, Arizona?
- 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 Tempe, Arizona?
- Pickup in Tempe, Arizona 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 Tempe, Arizona?
- A government-issued photo ID and the vehicle title, or your state's replacement document. Arizona title rules vary, so confirm the current requirement with your state motor vehicle agency.
- Should I clean my junk car before pickup in Tempe, Arizona?
- You don't need to wash or detail the car. Remove personal items, and handle the license plates per Arizona rules.