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Learn how to junk a car in Florida the right way. Our FAQ breaks down everything from title transfers to free towing options.
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Best price offered
All vehicles accepted
Junk Your Car For Cash In Orlando
Need an old, damaged, or broken-down car gone? Get a fair, transparent offer in under 2 minutes. If it’s worth more than junk, we’ll get you a better price. Free pickup within 24–72 hours. Payment on collection. Any condition accepted.
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Quick and free pickup in Orlando with Wheels Away. Get your old car gone within 24-72 hours and enjoy your newfound space.
Get Top Offers
See what your junk car’s worth in minutes, with no obligation to accept. We’ll find the local buyers who’ll pay the most for it, so you get the best offer without the legwork.
Without Title
No title? If your car is less than 10 model years old, we can help you apply for a duplicate title using Form 82101, so you can junk it quickly and legally.
Who is Wheels Away?
- Rated Excellent on Trustpilot, based on verified customer reviews
- 17+ years of experience buying vehicles across the globe
- Over $300 million paid out to customers to date worldwide
- Covers most Orlando ZIP codes, with free, fast pick-up
- Serves areas around Thornton Park, The Milk District, City District, Curry Ford, West Main Street, Lake Buena Vista, and more
- Missing Florida vehicle title? We help you navigate getting a duplicate title with Form 82101 – hassle-free
- One phone call gets a quote and a pickup time – no haggling, no hidden fees
Cash paid out for these vehicles in Orlando
✅ Flood or fire-damaged vehicles
✅ Damaged vehicles
✅ Gas, diesel, hybrids, EVs
✅ Non-starters
✅ High-mileage cars
✅ Totaled / write-offs
✅ Vehicles stuck in impound or tow yards
✅ Expired registrations
✅ Unwanted trade-ins
✅ Junk or shell cars (stripped, unusable)
✅ Missing & rebuilt titles
✅ Classic or project cars
Storm and flood damaged vehicles
Your storm or flood-damaged car is still worth money.
Hurricane season can leave Orlando drivers facing costly repair bills, but even if water has damaged the engine, electronics, or interior, the parts that stayed dry and the metal itself still hold real value. Tell us about the damage when you request your quote, and we’ll find you the best offer available in minutes.
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Cash for junk cars
Got an old or non-running car in Orlando? We’ll get you a fast, competitive offer from local buyers. Car, van, truck or SUV, personal or commercial, we’ll find a trusted buyer who’ll pay well to take it off your hands.
Junk car removal
Want that old car gone fast? With Wheels Away, it could be off your driveway within 24–72 hours. Choose the offer you want, arrange collection at a time that works for you, and a vehicle removal specialist will pick it up and pay you on the spot.
Finding salvage buyers
Is your car worth more than junk? We’ll get you offers from specialist salvage yards in Orlando. With access to our extensive buyer network, you have a greater chance of getting the best price for your vehicle. No negotiation. No stress. We’ll bring the offers to you.
Parts and repairs
Running or not, your car’s parts could be worth more than its scrap metal. We’ll match you with specialist buyers who reuse and recycle them, so you get more money and less goes to waste. It’s a simple way to turn your old car into cash. Once your car is sold for parts or scrap, the buyer reports it as junked, so it can’t come back on the road under your name. Just keep your license plate and file a Notice of Sale (Form HSMV 82050) to end your liability.
We Serve Orlando and Surrounding Areas
Looking to get rid of that old car taking up space in your Orlando driveway? Wheels Away is here to help! Whether you’re in Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, Kissimmee, or near Colonial Drive, we’ll take that clunker off your hands. We serve neighborhoods across all Orlando zip codes, including 32801, 32805, and beyond. From areas near Lake Eola Park and Kia Center to spots off I-4, SR 408, and the Florida Turnpike – we’ve got you covered. Even nearby communities like Winter Garden, Oviedo, and Apopka are within reach. Get paid today for your old car!
Junking couldn’t be easier!
Looking to part ways with your old car quickly and effortlessly? Just share a few key details with us, and we’ll locate the top buyers in your area.
Your offer is based on a few key factors: your car’s make, model, and age, its mileage, whether it still runs, and the extent of any damage. For junk vehicle, current metal prices also play a part, since these are valued by weight. The more usable parts your car has, the higher your offer is likely to be.
If you’re stressed about the paperwork or you’ve lost your title, don’t worry – our team can still help. Your simple, stress-free journey to getting rid of that old car starts here. Here’s how it works:
STEP 1: Get An Instant Quote
Enter your car’s year, make, model, and mileage, and we’ll swiftly find the best offer from our network of trusted buyers. Get a quote in just 2 minutes without the hassle. No obligation to accept.
STEP 2: Accept an Offer
Accept the offer you want, and arrange collection at a time that suits you. Pickup is always free, with no hidden fees, so you should never be asked to pay for towing. As long as your vehicle matches the description you gave us when you got your quote, you’ll get every dollar. For your protection, don’t sign over your title until you’ve been paid in full.
STEP 3: Sit Back and Relax
Sit back and relax while a vehicle removal specialist collects your car. You’ll get paid on the spot. It’s that simple.
Your Orlando pickup-day checklist
- Title: Have it ready to sign over once you’ve been paid.
- License plate: Remove it, as plates stay with the owner in Florida. You can transfer it to another vehicle or surrender it at any Orange County Tax Collector office.
- Toll transponder and personal items: Take out your SunPass or E-PASS and remove the vehicle from your account, so you’re not charged for tolls you didn’t drive. Then check the glovebox, trunk and under the seats.
- Insurance: Cancel your policy only after you’ve transferred or surrendered the plate, to avoid a penalty.
- Notice of Sale: File Form HSMV 82050 online or with the Orange County Tax Collector to end your liability for the car.
FAQs
Yes. Wheels Away buys junk cars anywhere in Orlando and the surrounding area, running or not. 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 is less than 10 model years old in the state of Florida, you need to present the car title. For a car that is at least 10 model years old and worth under $1,000, usually we can junk your car without it.
In all cases, it’s best to check your specific situation, because only a licensed salvage dealer or registered metals recycler can take a car this way.
To check the title status of your car, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles’ free car title checking service.
For more detailed information on how to junk your car in Florida without a title, info on how to replace a title, and next steps.
In most cases, you’ll need the Florida title signed over to the buyer, plus photo ID such as a driver’s license. If your title is held electronically, ask the state for a paper copy before pickup day. If there’s still a loan on the car, you’ll need the lien release from the lender.
We can still buy it. Let us know where your car is being held when you get your quote. Any storage, towing or repair fees will need to be paid first, and you’ll need to give the shop or lot permission to release it to us. Once that’s sorted, we’ll coordinate the pickup at a time that works.
It depends on how the names are listed on the title. If the co-owners are joined by “or,” either owner can junk the car without the other’s involvement. If the names are joined by “and,” all owners must sign or provide a power of attorney to authorize the sale or disposal. Always check how the names appear on the title before proceeding, and if you need any support, simply give us a call and our experts can guide you through the process.
Take the plate off before pickup, because in Florida it belongs to you and not the car. You can move it onto your next vehicle, or hand it in at the Orange County Tax Collector, which is what you should do if you’re canceling the insurance. File a Notice of Sale with the state within 30 days as well, so the car is off your name the moment it leaves your driveway.
It depends on what condition your car is in. Newer or sought-after models with light accident damage, a single serious fault like a broken transmission, or a long spell off the road tend to get better offers from salvage buyers, as they can be restored or taken apart for working parts. Junking is often the smarter option for cars with a frame bent in a major collision, fire or flood damage, or older vehicles with a string of problems, since what they’re worth mostly comes down to their metal, which is valued by weight at the going scrap rate. Wheels Away asks salvage buyers first and brings you the highest offer, whichever way that goes.
Your car will be collected by a certified specialist. You’ll get paid on collection. Before the driver arrives, remove any personal belongings from the vehicle and have your photo ID and signed title (if you need one) ready to show the collector. In a few cases, we may not be able to help. We can’t buy a vehicle without proof that you own it, and our tow trucks need safe, clear access, so cars that are blocked in, locked away, or on unstable ground may need moving first. If you’re unsure, mention it when you request your quote, and we’ll let you know before booking a pickup.
Yes. Just give us the exact location when you request your quote, including the parking space or garage level. Before pickup day, let your property manager or HOA know a tow truck is coming so there’s no confusion and the driver can access the lot easily. If there’s a gate code or parking permit needed, pass that on to us too.
Not at all! Even if it’s in good condition, Wheels Away can still find a buyer who values its parts and metal. You’ll get paid fairly, and we’ll handle getting it towed away. Selling your car for parts or repairs is a smart choice that benefits both you and the environment. Contact us today for a quote, and let’s get your car moving!
You’ll get paid for your car on collection. Payments are usually electronic, but if you’d prefer cash or check, please let us know.
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