Sell Your Wrecked Car in Paterson, NJ
How much can I get for a wrecked car in Paterson, NJ?
The median of 676 real instant offers in our price index within 30 miles of Paterson is $475 (metro, all conditions). Offers where the seller reported the car is wrecked: median $375 across 35 offers (nationwide, seller-reported condition). Cars reported as running: median $375 across 296 offers. Yes. You can get an instant online offer for a wrecked car in Paterson by entering the year, make, model, ZIP and its condition — the car does not need to run. Pickup is arranged after you accept an offer, and towing is included.
Quick facts for Paterson
- Median $475, middle half $400–$675, across 676 offers, Mar 2022–Oct 2026 (within 30 miles, all conditions).
- Offers where the seller reported the car is wrecked: median $375 across 35 offers (nationwide, seller-reported condition). Cars reported as running: median $375 across 296 offers.
- Lost title in New Jersey: OS/SS-52 (Application for Duplicate Title) through New Jersey MVC.
- Towing is included with the online offer.
- Updated October 22, 2026.
- Offers are not guaranteed.
Across 676 real instant offers in our price index for cars within 30 miles of Paterson (Mar 2022–Oct 2026), the median offer was $475; the middle half ran $400–$675. These figures cover all conditions within 30 miles of Paterson. Offers are not guaranteed.
In the last 12 months: 516 offers, median $450.
Updated October 22, 2026
Local price facts: metro, all conditions, within 30 miles of Paterson
676 real instant offers in our price index, Mar 2022–Oct 2026. Median $475; middle half $400–$675. These are all conditions combined. Offers are not guaranteed.
Offers where the seller reported the car is wrecked: median $375 across 35 offers (nationwide, seller-reported condition). Cars reported as running: median $375 across 296 offers.
For comparison (all conditions): New Jersey median $475 across 649 offers; national median $350 across 42,223 offers.
| Model years | Offers | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-2008 | 312 | $450 |
| 2008–2014 | 237 | $450 |
| 2015 and newer | 127 | $1,975 |
Last 12 months: 516 offers, median $450.
Most-offered year, make and model pages near Paterson
- 2005 BMW X3 · 7 offers nearby · median $550
- 2017 Hyundai Elantra · 6 offers nearby · median $1,975
- 2010 Dodge Journey · 6 offers nearby · median $500
- 2008 Honda Civic · 5 offers nearby · median $475
- 2003 Honda Element · 5 offers nearby · median $600
- 2007 Honda CR-V · 4 offers nearby · median $850
- 2006 Honda Pilot · 4 offers nearby · median $475
- 2005 Honda Pilot · 4 offers nearby · median $425
- 2012 Nissan Altima · 4 offers nearby · median $450
- 2010 Nissan Altima · 4 offers nearby · median $300
Offers by vehicle age near Paterson
Metro, all conditions: offers within 30 miles. Age is the offer year minus the model year.
| Vehicle age | Offers | Median |
|---|---|---|
| 0–9 years | 80 | $2,925 |
| 10–14 years | 163 | $550 |
| 15–19 years | 200 | $450 |
| 20+ years | 233 | $425 |
Vehicles we've seen offers for near Paterson
Metro, all conditions: offers within 30 miles.
- Toyota Camry · 24 offers · median $450
- Nissan Altima · 22 offers · median $425
- Honda Civic · 21 offers · median $450
- Honda Pilot · 20 offers · median $475
- Hyundai Elantra · 19 offers · median $1,625
- Honda Accord · 17 offers · median $475
- Honda CR-V · 14 offers · median $750
- Nissan Maxima · 13 offers · median $425
Towns we've received offers from
Offer counts by town, within 30 miles of Paterson.
- Brooklyn, NY · 91 offers
- Bronx, NY · 55 offers
- New York, NY · 48 offers
- Staten Island, NY · 39 offers
- Newark, NJ · 32 offers
- Yonkers, NY · 17 offers
- Dumont, NJ · 17 offers
- Jersey City, NJ · 12 offers
- Edison, NJ · 12 offers
- Orange, NJ · 11 offers
If your car has accident damage
- The car does not need to run to get an offer or to be picked up.
- In the offer form, say whether it starts, whether it drives, and whether it has damage or missing parts — the offer is based on the details you enter.
- Have the title and a photo ID ready for pickup.
- Keep the MVC surrender receipt with your bill of sale, then cancel insurance.
Towns we cover near Paterson
Junk car buyers near Paterson
Listed buyers within about 40 miles of Paterson. Compare them against your JunkUrCar offer before you commit.
Harry & Phil's Auto Wrecking
in Paterson, NJ
45 Montgomery St, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA
R & S Used Auto Parts
in Paterson, NJ
40 Holsman St, Paterson, NJ 07522, USA
Cash For Cars & Trucks
Clifton, NJ · ~4 mi away
196 Hazel St, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
Cash For Junk Cars King
Clifton, NJ · ~4 mi away
155 Cresthill Ave, Clifton, NJ 07012, USA
Garfield Car For Cash
Garfield, NJ · ~4 mi away
377 Midland Ave Apt 2S, Garfield, NJ 07026, USA
Cash Your Car NJ
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ · ~6 mi away
101 Industrial Ave, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604, USA
Other car problems in Paterson
Wrecked car questions in Paterson
- Who buys wrecked cars in Paterson?
- You can get an instant online offer for a wrecked car in Paterson on this page. This page also lists 6 local junk car buyers and junkyards within 40 miles of Paterson, with their locations.
- Where can I sell a wrecked car in Paterson, NJ?
- You can request an instant online offer for a wrecked car on this page by entering the year, make, model, ZIP and its condition; if you accept, pickup is arranged and towing is included. This page also lists 6 local junk car buyers and junkyards within 40 miles of Paterson you can compare. Offers are not guaranteed.
- How much can I get for a wrecked car in Paterson?
- The median across 676 real instant offers in our price index within 30 miles of Paterson (Mar 2022–Oct 2026) was $475, all conditions combined. Offers where the seller reported the car is wrecked: median $375 across 35 offers (nationwide, seller-reported condition). Cars reported as running: median $375 across 296 offers. Your offer depends on the year, make, model and details you enter. Offers are not guaranteed.
- Does the car need to run to sell it in Paterson?
- No. The car does not need to run. Describe its condition in the offer form; the offer is based on the details you enter.
- How does pickup work in Paterson?
- Pickup in Paterson is arranged after you accept an offer; timing depends on local tow-operator availability.
- What do I need to sell a wrecked car in Paterson?
- A photo ID and the title (or New Jersey's replacement document), plus keys if you have them. New Jersey expects a title for the sale. If yours is lost, request a duplicate through New Jersey MVC (OS/SS-52 (Application for Duplicate Title)) before pickup.
- How do I sell a wrecked car in Paterson with free pickup?
- 1. Describe the car: year, make, model, ZIP and its condition. 2. Get an instant offer online. 3. If you accept, schedule pickup; towing is included. Offers are not guaranteed.
- Do junk car buyers pick up for free in Paterson?
- Towing is included with the online offer on this page. Other buyers set their own pickup terms, so ask before you agree. Describe where the car sits and whether it rolls and steers, and confirm the pickup terms before you accept. Offers are not guaranteed.
- Who pays the most for wrecked cars in Paterson?
- We can't tell you who pays the most. Offers depend on the vehicle and change over time. The practical check is to compare the instant online offer with quotes from the local buyers listed on this page for the same vehicle details. Offers are not guaranteed.
- Can I sell a car that was in an accident without fixing it in Paterson?
- Yes. Describe the damage in the offer form: where it was hit, whether it starts and drives, and any missing parts. The offer is based on the details you enter. Offers are not guaranteed.
- Can I sell a totaled car in Paterson?
- You can sell it if the title is in your name. If your insurer paid a total-loss claim and took the title, the car belongs to the insurer.
Common cars we see offers for in New Jersey
Model years with 5 or more real instant offers in our price index, for models with offers in New Jersey. Offers are not guaranteed.
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