San Francisco, California
Cash for Junk Cars in San Francisco, CA
Tell us the year, make, model and ZIP code of a car in San Francisco, and we'll send your request to our buyer partner. It buys cars in any condition, tows them for free and pays at pickup.
Get an offer in San Francisco
We don't buy cars: our buyer partner makes the offer. Free, no obligation, about 2 minutes.
Who makes the offer?
Cash For Junk Cars 500 doesn't buy cars. We pass your request to our buyer partner, which makes the offer. It works with junkyards, salvage yards, wrecking yards, auto auctions and other car buyers in San Francisco, CA, so one of them may handle the pickup and payment. We may earn a referral fee from the partner for your request; you pay nothing. Sending a request doesn't guarantee a sale.
Before you accept, confirm the amount you'll be paid, how you'll be paid and what proof of ownership you need. The partner's privacy policy and terms, linked above the button, apply to what it does with your request.
- Any condition, running or not
- Free towing and payment at pickup
- No obligation: you can turn down any offer
Selling a junk car in San Francisco
Running or not, a car in San Francisco can usually be sold as it sits. Our buyer partner makes its offer from the details you send; ask it to confirm the price won't change at pickup if the car matches your description. You can say no to any offer.
The same goes for nearby towns such as Daly City, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Pacifica and Millbrae.
Before pickup, take out personal items and toll tags. California plates normally stay with the car unless they're personalized. Have the title and a photo ID ready. The driver pays the agreed amount at pickup, by check or cash.
How many cars do San Francisco households keep?
San Francisco has about 828,000 residents (2024 estimate) in about 363,000 households, and those households have about 386,000 vehicles between them. That works out to 1.07 vehicles per household, against 1.96 across California and 1.83 nationally. 30% of San Francisco households have no vehicle, and 7% have three or more (26% statewide).
- Households
- 362,650
- Vehicles kept
- 386,333
- Per household
- 1.07
- 3 or more vehicles
- 7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019 to 2023 5-year estimates (tables B08201 and B25046) and Vintage 2024 population estimates for San Francisco city, California.
ZIP codes for San Francisco
The Zippopotam.us ZIP database lists 76 ZIP codes for San Francisco. Some also cover neighboring towns. Enter yours in the form to start a request.
- 94080
- 94083
- 94099
- 94101
- 94102
- 94103
- 94104
- 94105
- 94106
- 94107
- 94108
- 94109
- 94110
- 94111
- 94112
- 94114
- 94115
- 94116
- 94117
- 94118
- 94119
- 94120
- 94121
- 94122
- 94123
- 94124
- 94125
- 94126
- 94127
- 94128
- 94129
- 94130
- 94131
- 94132
- 94133
- 94134
- 94135
- 94136
- 94137
- 94138
- 94139
- 94140
- 94141
- 94142
- 94143
- 94144
- 94145
- 94146
- 94147
- 94150
- 94151
- 94152
- 94153
- 94154
- 94155
- 94156
- 94157
- 94158
- 94159
- 94160
- 94161
- 94162
- 94163
- 94164
- 94165
- 94166
- 94167
- 94168
- 94169
- 94170
- 94171
- 94172
- 94175
- 94177
- 94188
- 94199
Cars you can sell in San Francisco
How it works
How to sell your car in San Francisco
Get your offer
Fill in the form with the year, make, model and ZIP code. We send it to our buyer partner, which contacts you with an offer.
Pick a pickup time
If you accept, you pick a pickup time. The tow truck comes wherever the car is parked, for free.
Get paid at pickup
The driver pays the agreed amount at pickup, by check or cash, once you sign the title over.
Pricing
How much is a junk car worth?
A junk car is worth its scrap weight plus any parts that can be resold. At about $186 per ton for complete cars, a typical sedan is worth roughly $310 in metal alone. Cars that still run, or that are less than ten years old, are usually worth more because their parts are in demand.
Missing parts lower the price. The catalytic converter matters most because of the precious metals inside it. Having the title in your name keeps the price at the top of the range.
| Vehicle type | Typical weight | Scrap value |
|---|---|---|
| Compact carHonda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Ford Focus | 2,700 lb | $250 |
| Midsize or full-size sedanToyota Camry, Honda Accord, Chevy Impala | 3,300 lb | $310 |
| Small SUV or crossoverHonda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape | 3,500 lb | $330 |
| Midsize SUVFord Explorer, Toyota Highlander, Jeep Grand Cherokee | 4,200 lb | $390 |
| Pickup truckFord F-150, Chevy Silverado 1500, Toyota Tacoma | 4,800 lb | $450 |
| Heavy-duty truck or large SUVF-250, Silverado 2500, Suburban | 6,200 lb | $580 |
Scrap value only. Running cars and newer cars usually get offers above these numbers.
FAQ
Junk car questions in San Francisco
Who buys junk cars in San Francisco?
Scrapyards, salvage yards and tow companies around San Francisco buy junk cars, and so do car-buying services. Cash For Junk Cars 500 sends your request to our buyer partner, which tows for free and pays the agreed amount at pickup. A yard may pay for weight only, so it can be worth comparing offers.
How much can I get for a junk car in San Francisco?
Most junk cars bring a few hundred dollars depending on weight, age and parts. A midsize sedan is worth roughly $310 in metal alone at the scrap price Cash For Junk Cars 500 uses, and running or newer cars often get more. The value calculator gives an estimate; the offer itself comes from our buyer partner.
Do I need a title to sell a junk car in California?
In California, you'll usually need the title to sell or scrap a car. If it's lost, apply for a duplicate from the California DMV before you book a pickup. The California title guide lists what to bring.
Is towing free in San Francisco?
Yes. Towing is included with every offer. Ask on the offer call if anything will be taken off the price.
How fast can a car be picked up in San Francisco?
The pickup time is agreed when you accept the offer. Same-day pickup is possible in some cases.
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Sell your car in San Francisco
Request a free offer in about two minutes, or call with questions. Towing is free and you're paid at pickup.