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Sell Your 2018 Car in Long Lake, MN

Selling a 2018 vehicle in Long Lake? We buy every make and model from 2018, running or not. Free flatbed towing across Hennepin County, cash paid at pickup.

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Why sell in Long Lake?

Long Lake is a small town of about 4,500 residents in Hennepin County, in the Midwest region โ€” tow distance is the biggest single factor here, so we route the closest flatbed rather than the cheapest.

Scrap steel is trading around $185/ton in the Midwest market, which sets the floor on Long Lake offers. Primary ZIP: 55356.

Midwest region scrap market โ€” updated September 2026. In the Midwest, dense steel-mill and shredder capacity across the Great Lakes keeps ferrous bids strong, which is why Long Lake offers sit where they do rather than tracking a national average.

2018 car payout ranges in Long Lake

VehicleRunningNot runningWrecked
Compact$225โ€“$1,000$175โ€“$750$125โ€“$525
Sedan$275โ€“$1,175$200โ€“$875$150โ€“$625
SUV / crossover$550โ€“$2,400$400โ€“$1,775$300โ€“$1,275
Pickup truck$800โ€“$4,650$600โ€“$3,450$425โ€“$2,475
Van / minivan$500โ€“$2,200$375โ€“$1,625$275โ€“$1,175

Junk car FAQs โ€” Long Lake, MN

How much can I get for my car in Long Lake, MN?
Offers in Long Lake, MN for a car typically range from $150โ€“$15,000. The five biggest price factors are: (1) year, make, and model, (2) whether it runs and drives, (3) current MN scrap-metal pricing per ton, (4) vehicle weight (trucks and SUVs pay more), and (5) condition of the catalytic converter, engine, and transmission. Most owners get a quote in under 90 seconds.
Do I get more for a running car than a non-running one in Long Lake, MN?
Usually yes. A running, driveable car in Long Lake, MN often pays 30โ€“60% more than the same vehicle non-running, because it has resale value beyond scrap and parts. That said, non-running cars with intact catalytic converters, low-mileage engines, or in-demand body panels can still pay surprisingly well โ€” get both quotes before you decide.
Do you pick up cars in Long Lake, MN for free?
Yes โ€” free flatbed towing is included with every offer in Long Lake, MN. The price you accept is the cash you receive at pickup, no tow fee deducted.
How fast can you pick up a car in Long Lake, MN?
Most Long Lake, MN pickups are scheduled within 24โ€“48 hours of accepting your offer. Same-day removal is often available in the Long Lake, MN metro area when you book before noon, depending on local tow-operator availability.
Can I sell a car in Long Lake, MN without a title?
In most cases, yes โ€” MN title rules vary, but JunkUrCar's network handles no-title purchases routinely. You'll typically need your registration and a photo ID.
What if my car won't start or has a blown engine?
Non-running, blown-engine, wrecked, and salvage cars are exactly what we buy every day. Free towing is included.
Should I clean my junk car before pickup in Long Lake, MN?
No โ€” you don't need to wash or detail the car for pickup in Long Lake, MN. Just remove any personal items, license plates (most MN drivers keep them to return to the DMV), and aftermarket parts you want to keep. Our Long Lake, MN tow operator will handle the rest.
What paperwork do I need to sell my junk car in Long Lake, MN?
In most MN transactions you'll need a government-issued photo ID and, when available, the vehicle title. Registration helps for no-title purchases. Our Long Lake, MN dispatcher confirms the exact paperwork during booking so you're not surprised at pickup.
Will you buy my junk car in Long Lake, MN if it's at an impound lot?
Yes โ€” we routinely buy vehicles out of Long Lake, MN impound and storage lots. You'll need to be the registered owner and we may need a release letter from the lot. Call (855) 490-2398 before booking so we can coordinate with the Long Lake, MN facility.
Do you buy cars with missing parts in Long Lake, MN?
Yes. Missing doors, hoods, wheels, seats, bumpers, or even a full engine pulled โ€” we still buy them in Long Lake, MN. Tell our dispatcher exactly what's missing when you get your quote so the offer reflects the current condition.
Can I sell more than one junk car in Long Lake, MN?
Absolutely โ€” fleet, project pile, or two cars parked side-by-side, we'll buy all of them in Long Lake, MN. Get a separate quote for each VIN and we can usually schedule a single pickup window.
What happens to my junk car after you buy it in Long Lake, MN?
Most Long Lake, MN vehicles go to a licensed dismantler or auto recycler. Reusable parts (engines, transmissions, catalytic converters, alternators) are pulled and resold, fluids are drained and recycled per MN regulations, and the remaining shell is crushed for steel scrap โ€” keeping toxic materials out of Long Lake, MN landfills.
Do you buy motorcycles, RVs, or vans in Long Lake, MN?
We buy vans, cargo vans, and minivans in Long Lake, MN every day. Motorcycles and RVs are case-by-case โ€” call (855) 490-2398 with the year, make, model, and condition and we'll quote what we can.
How is the scrap metal price determined for my car in Long Lake, MN?
Scrap value in Long Lake, MN is driven by current MN ferrous-metal pricing (dollars per ton), the curb weight of your vehicle, and yard demand for specific parts. Heavier vehicles โ€” pickups, SUVs, vans โ€” almost always scrap for more than compact cars in the same condition.
I just added new parts to my car โ€” does that increase the offer in Long Lake, MN?
New tires, a fresh battery, a recently replaced catalytic converter, or a rebuilt engine can lift the offer in Long Lake, MN. Mention these upgrades when you request your quote and have receipts ready if possible โ€” our buyers price the car based on actual condition, not just VIN data.

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Selling a junk car in Minnesota: title & DMV rules

Minnesota requires a title in your name to transfer a junk vehicle, including a scrap sale from a Long Lake driveway.

If the title is missing
Minnesota uses a bonded (surety) title when the chain of ownership is broken: you post a surety bond โ€” typically 1.5ร— the vehicle's appraised value โ€” and the Minnesota DMV issues a title you can sign over. The duplicate-title paperwork in Minnesota is Application for Duplicate Title + Bill of Sale.
License plates
Leave the plates on the vehicle โ€” Minnesota plates transfer with the car unless personalized.
Notice of sale / release of liability
File the seller's Report of Transfer with Minnesota DVS within 10 days of the sale.
What Minnesota salvage buyers must do
Minnesota allows licensed salvage buyers to purchase vehicles when the owner cannot locate the title, provided ID and a notarized Bill of Sale are presented. A bonded title or duplicate title is typically required before a standard private sale.
  • Sign the seller assignment on the title
  • Complete the odometer disclosure
  • Handle plates as MN requires
  • File the notice of sale, then cancel insurance

Rules change โ€” confirm current forms and filing windows with the Minnesota DMV.

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