Yes. Wheels Away buys junk cars across Phoenix, running or not, and tows them away for free. You’ll need to show you’re the legal owner, and what paperwork that takes depends on the age and value of the car. Get a quote, and we’ll tell you exactly what applies to yours.

If your car’s parts are still in good condition, salvage will usually pay more than junk. Junk buyers price your car by weight at current scrap metal rates, so it’s a better option for wrecked or crash-damaged cars. Salvage buyers pay for what they can reuse, like the engine, transmission, or body panels, so newer and popular models tend to earn more. Wheels Away gets offers from both and shows you the best one, so you don’t have to do the guesswork yourself.

In Arizona, vehicles that are at least 12 model years old, worth $1,200 or less, and free of any lien can be sold to an automotive recycler or scrap metal dealer without a title by submitting an Owner Affidavit (Form 46-4421). Cars less than 12 years old, or worth more than $1,200, will need a title to be junked. Check out our full, step-by-step guide on junking a car without a title in Arizona.

Yes. If connected by “or,” just one owner’s signature is needed. If connected by “and,” every owner must sign. If you’d like a hand with the paperwork, our team is here to help!

We’ll send a specialist vehicle collector to haul away your old car within 24-72 hours. You’ll get paid on the spot. To keep things quick on the day, have your signed title, the keys, and a valid form of ID ready before the driver arrives. This will avoid any unnecessary delays.

Not for long. Phoenix city code doesn’t allow an inoperable vehicle, or one without current registration, to sit on residential property where it’s visible from beyond the property line. There’s a short grace period if the car belongs to a resident and is actively being repaired, but otherwise you could be looking at a code violation. Getting the car junked removes the risk entirely.

Yes – we’ll still buy your car even if the catalytic converter has been removed or replaced with an aftermarket part. Since catalytic converters contain valuable metals, a missing or non-original converter will lower your offer, but it won’t stop the sale.

Not at all! Whether it still runs or can’t be driven, we’ll tow it away for free. Our specialist buyers pay top dollar for cars in any condition. By selling to us, you’re not just scrapping metal; you’re getting the most value for your vehicle. Let us take care of your car and turn it into cash today!

Yes. Phoenix sits inside the metro Phoenix emissions testing area, so most vehicles registered here need to pass a test before the registration can be renewed. If the repairs aren’t worth it, we’ll buy the car as it is. If you’d rather fix it, ADEQ’s Voluntary Vehicle Repair Program pays up to $900 toward emissions-related repairs for qualifying vehicles, with a $100 co-pay.

You’ll get paid when your car is picked up. Payment is typically electronic, but we can arrange cash or check if you prefer. Just inform us during confirmation.

No problem – just let us know the location when you book your pickup. You’ll need to settle any outstanding repair or storage fees with the shop or lot before the driver arrives and confirm with them that our driver is authorized to collect the vehicle on your behalf. This avoids any delays or disputes over access on pickup day.