Junk Car FAQs: Mississippi

What Are Mississippi Car Registration Fees?

In Mississippi, you’ll pay a flat fee when you register your car in the state for the first time, and you’ll have to renew your registration each year. Fees vary depending on vehicle value, age, and weight. You’ll receive a renewal notice from the Tax Collector’s Office, and registrations are handled by the Mississippi Department of Revenue. For more information on timelines and fees, visit the Mississippi Department of Revenue website.

Can I Junk a Car Without Keys?

Most junkyards don’t mind if your car is missing the keys, but you’ll still need the title so the buyer can legally take ownership.

Can You Junk a Car Without a Title in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, vehicles that are ten years old or older can be junked even without a title by completing the Certification to Cancel Title for Scrapped, Dismantled, or Destroyed Vehicles (Form 78031). For cars under ten years old, the title is required.

You can view a more detailed guide on how to junk a car without a title in Mississippi in this blog.

How Do I Salvage a Car in Mississippi?

Wheelsaway makes car salvage simple. Provide a few key details, and we’ll evaluate your vehicle’s salvage potential. If it qualifies, we handle the entire process, including free pickup and immediate payment.

Who Buys Junk Cars with Liens Near Me?

Certain junkyards may accept vehicles that have liens, but the lien must be settled before the transaction can be completed. This generally means paying off the lienholder, often with funds from the sale, provided the lienholder consents.

How Can I Scrap a Car for the Most Money?

Turn your scrap car into cash with Wheelsaway! Enjoy top offers and free pickup anywhere in the state. Whether your vehicle is junk or salvage, we make selling it quick, simple, and hassle-free.

How Do I Surrender My License Plates in Mississippi?

You’ll need to surrender the license plate and vehicle tag at your local county Tax Collector’s office. You cannot transfer an old plate or tag to a new vehicle.

Can I Junk a Car with Expired Registration in Mississippi?

Yes, it’s possible, but you’ll likely need to provide proof of ownership through documents like the car title.

Is It Possible to Junk a Vehicle That Has a Title Loan?

You cannot proceed until the title loan on the vehicle is cleared. Junkyards and buyers are unable to take possession of a car that still has a lien. In practice, this means either paying off the lien personally or having the buyer/junkyard handle it before finalizing the junking process and title transfer.

Do I Need a Bill of Sale to Junk a Car?

In Mississippi, a bill of sale is not always required, but it’s good to have one. A bill of sale serves as proof of the transaction and can protect you against liability.

What Happens to My Car After I Junk It?

Junking a car involves removing reusable components for resale or recycling, safely draining harmful fluids, and recycling the leftover metal. Materials that cannot be recycled are properly discarded, so the vehicle is broken down and reused instead of ending up in a landfill.

How Do I Tow a Car to a Junkyard?

For hassle-free towing, a service like Wheelsaway can handle everything. We’re equipped to remove your vehicle safely, regardless of its condition or where it’s parked, and get it to the junkyard.

Can You Register a Car with a Salvage Title in Mississippi?

No. In Mississippi, a car with a salvage title cannot be registered until it has been rebuilt, successfully inspected, and issued with a rebuilt title.

Can I Junk a Car with a Lien on It?

In most cases, a vehicle in Mississippi cannot be sold for scrap if it still has a lien on it. State regulations require a valid title – or an acceptable duplicate – and the lien must either be cleared or the lienholder included in the sale process.

What Is a Junk Vehicle Affidavit and How Do I Use It?

A Junk Vehicle Affidavit provides legal permission to transport a vehicle to a salvage yard. It verifies your authorization when the title, salvage title, or Certificate of Destruction cannot be produced. In Mississippi, a Junk Vehicle Affidavit is not required.

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