Step 1: Check the title status

Want to junk your car with no title? To check your title status and determine whether you need a replacement or duplicate title, you can use the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS).

Step 2: Check requirements

In the U.S., the process of junking a car without a title varies by state. In Illinois, you generally need a title to junk a vehicle of any age or condition.

In this guide, we’ll explain how to check Illinois requirements, how to replace a lost or missing title, and how to transfer a title when ownership changes before junking your car.

Wheelsaway frequently buys vehicles without a title. We can help you with the paperwork, too! Contact our team today for assistance.

Apply for a Replacement or Duplicate Title, or Transfer Title

Before junking your car in Illinois, the state must recognize clear ownership. Select the option that applies to your situation:

VSD 190 – Application for Vehicle Transaction(s)

RUT tax forms are only required for taxable vehicle transfers and are separate from Form VSD-190.

Transfer a Title

Use this option if the vehicle was sold, gifted, or ownership is changing before the car is junked.

VSD 190 – Application for Vehicle Transaction(s)

RUT tax forms are only required for taxable vehicle transfers and are separate from Form VSD-190.

Cost:

• $50 title fee
• Additional taxes or processing fees may apply

Options:

• In person at an Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services facility
• Online through the Illinois Secretary of State vehicle services portal (eligibility may vary)

Fast Title Replacement Service

Missing car title? No worries.

Give us proof of ownership, and we can get a replacement for you in as little as five days!*

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*Additional fees apply. Contact our team for more information.

Do I always need a title to junk a car in Illinois?

In Illinois, you need a title to junk a vehicle of any age. You can apply for a replacement or duplicate title with the Office of the Secretary of State using Form VSD 190. For a more detailed guide on junking without a title in Illinois, check out our comprehensive guide.

I’m listed as a co-owner on the car title, can I still junk the car?

In Illinois, the signatures of all owners are required to junk the car. If you need support, contact our team.

Should I sell my car for junk, or as salvage?

When choosing between junking and salvaging your car, it comes down to speed versus value. Junking is fast and hassle-free, putting cash in your hand right away. Salvaging, on the other hand, can pay more if your vehicle has valuable parts sought after by specialty buyers. At WheelsAway, we connect you with those buyers so you get the best offer based on your car’s condition. Whether you want a quick sale or a higher payout, we make the process simple and stress-free.

Who Will Pick Up My Car?

Our certified professionals will collect your car swiftly and safely. We pay top dollar for your vehicle and ensure a convenient payment process. Let us know if your car is hard to reach, and we’ll handle it! Trust us for a smooth, efficient collection and payment experience.

Is my car too good to junk?

Think your car is too good to be junked? WheelsAway connects vehicles to specialist buyers who pay top dollar for spares and repairs. Even well-kept cars can earn more through salvage, with fast towing and fair payment included. Sell smart with WheelsAway.

How do I get paid?

You’ll get paid once your car is picked up. Payment is typically done electronically, but we can arrange cash if you prefer. Let us know your choice when we finalize the details. Rest assured, we strive to make the process swift and convenient for you.

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