Cash for Cars Ajax – Free Towing, Firm Offers, Paid on the Spot
From a minivan in Northeast Ajax to an old sedan in Pickering Village, we pay $300 to $10,000 for cars in any condition. The tow is free, the price is firm, and in most cases we can pick up the same day.
- Free towing
- Cash on the spot
- Same-day pickup available
- Best offer guaranteed
- Any make or model
Get your offer in 3 minutes
Free quote. No obligation. We call you back in minutes.
Why Ajax car owners call Top Cash 4 Cars
Ajax is a family town, and its driveways show it. Minivans, crossovers and SUVs handle the school runs and hockey practices here, and when they finally wear out, their size works in your favour: heavier vehicles carry more steel, so they usually earn more as scrap. The town also splits neatly in two, with older streets south of the 401 and newer subdivisions to the north.
Think of a minivan with a dead transmission off Salem Road, a rusted sedan tucked behind a house in Pickering Village, or a crossover written off after a crash on Harwood Avenue. We'll price any of them, tow them free and pay you before we leave.
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Firm cash offers
We give you one number, and that's what you're paid. Our driver won't renegotiate in your Ajax driveway, and you won't see towing or paperwork fees taken off.
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Free towing anywhere in Ajax
South West Ajax, Northeast Ajax, the waterfront or a lot off Kingston Road: the tow costs you nothing. Tell us about tight spots so we bring the right equipment.
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Same-day pickup
Call in the morning and we can usually get a truck to Ajax later that day. If an evening or a Saturday suits you better, we'll book it then.
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Any make, model or condition
Family vans with worn transmissions, rusty sedans, flooded cars, crash damage and running cars you've simply outgrown. Ajax drivers can sell us almost anything with a VIN.
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Best offer guaranteed
If another buyer has offered you a better price in writing, show it to us. Our guarantee is straightforward, with no fine print to chase: we’ll beat any written offer.
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Eco-friendly recycling
Cars that won't drive again go to licensed Ontario recyclers. They're drained, stripped of reusable parts and shredded, so nothing ends up leaking toward Duffins or Carruthers Creek.
Cash for cars in Ajax: 3 simple steps
Most Ajax sellers are done with one call and a short visit from our driver.
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Step 1: Request your quote
Phone (289) 349-2006 or send the online form with the year, make, model, kilometres and an honest note about the condition. We'll come back with a firm price in about 3 minutes, and saying no costs you nothing.
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Step 2: Book a free pickup
Choose a slot that fits your day. We book same-day and next-day pickups across Ajax, from the South East lakeshore streets to Northwest Ajax. Mention a locked garage, underground spot or townhouse lot when you book.
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Step 3: Get paid as the car leaves
The driver compares the car with your description, you sign the bill of sale, and the cash is handed over on the spot. Within about 20 to 30 minutes, the car is loaded and gone.
What vehicles we buy in Ajax
We'll make an offer on any car, truck or van with a VIN. Ajax cars face long winters of road salt and plenty of stop-and-go 401 traffic, so worn brakes, rust and tired transmissions don't put us off.
- Cars that won't start Dead engines, bad head gaskets, slipping transmissions or electrical faults you're tired of chasing.
- Collision damage Crash-damaged cars, from bent frames to deployed airbags.
- Flooded vehicles Cars that sat in high water or a flooded garage, even with ruined electrics.
- Fire-damaged cars Engine fires and smoke damage still leave metal and parts with value.
- Lost keys Having no keys at all is fine, since we can load the car without them.
- Partly stripped cars Missing doors, wheels or seats reduce the price but don't end the sale.
- Failed safety Cars that need costly repairs before they'd pass an Ontario safety inspection.
- Worn-out family vans Minivans and crossovers that have done their years of school runs and road trips.
- Badly rusted cars Holes in the floor, rotted rockers or a frame that's seen too many winters.
- Running used cars Reliable cars you no longer need can earn up to $10,000.
- Pickups, SUVs and vans Larger vehicles carry more steel and often earn larger offers.
- Company and fleet vehicles Work vans and trucks from Ajax businesses, one at a time or several at once.
How much is my scrap car worth in Ajax?
Most scrap and junk cars in Ajax sell for $300 to $2,000, while running used cars can bring up to $10,000. Where your car lands depends on its weight, its parts and whether it still drives. Prices depend on current scrap metal rates, so every quote uses that day's numbers. For more on how values are set, read our scrap car value guide.
What sets the price
- Size and weight
- A minivan or full-size SUV holds far more steel than a compact, so it's worth more as scrap.
- Scrap metal market
- Steel and aluminum prices rise and fall month to month, and offers move with them.
- Parts that can be resold
- Engines, transmissions, alternators, alloy wheels and catalytic converters all add value.
- Make and model
- Cars with strong demand for used parts, like common family models, earn more.
- What's missing
- Every major part that's gone lowers the offer, though a stripped car still sells.
- Whether it drives
- A running car is valued as a used vehicle, which usually beats its scrap price.
- Sedan, coupe or hatchback
- from $300
- SUV or minivan
- from $500
- Pickup truck
- from $500
- Running used car
- up to $10,000
Prices depend on current scrap metal rates and change from month to month.
How to get the most for your car
- Keep the battery, catalytic converter and wheels on the car, because they're part of the offer.
- Find the ownership (vehicle permit) before pickup day.
- Mention any new parts, like recent tires or a new battery.
- Be honest about damage, so the offer you're given is the one you're paid.
Documents you need to scrap a car in Ajax
Getting the paperwork right before the truck arrives keeps your Ajax pickup on schedule.
The basics
Bring the ownership, which plenty of Ajax drivers still call the green slip, plus valid government photo ID and every key you can find. The name on your ID should match the name on the ownership. With those three things, most sales are wrapped up in minutes.
If the ownership is missing
Lost papers are common with cars that have been parked for years. ServiceOntario can issue a replacement, but call us before you go. We'll tell you exactly what you need, and our guide on selling without ownership explains the options.
Money still owing on the car
A lien must be paid off or disclosed before the car can be sold. Let us know about any loan when you call, and we'll discuss how to handle it. Our lien guide covers the common situations.
Selling on someone else's behalf
If the car belongs to a parent, a late relative or a company, you'll need proof that you can sell it. That might be a signed letter of authorization, estate papers or company signing authority. Call ahead so we can confirm what's needed.
Being there at pickup
You, or someone you've authorized, needs to be there to sign and receive the cash. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes, so a lunch break or an evening slot works fine for most Ajax sellers.
Your licence plates
Remove your licence plates before we tow the car. In Ontario, plates belong to the owner, not the vehicle, so keep them for your next car or return them to ServiceOntario. No refund is paid for returned plates. Our licence plate guide has more.
Safety certificate
You don't need one. A safety certificate isn't required to scrap a car or to sell it to us, running or not, so there's no point paying for an inspection first.
Ajax neighbourhoods we serve
Our free pickup area covers the whole town, from the lakeshore streets of South East and South West Ajax to the newer subdivisions in the north end.
- Pickering Village
- South West Ajax
- South East Ajax
- Central West Ajax
- Central Ajax
- Central East Ajax
- Northwest Ajax
- Northeast Ajax
- Ajax Waterfront
- Duffins Creek
- Carruthers Creek
Every Ajax postal code, whether it starts with L1S, L1T or L1Z, is inside our free towing zone.
Routes, landmarks and access in Ajax
From our Burlington base, Ajax is roughly 70 minutes away in normal traffic by the 407 or the 401. Once in town, we use the 401 exits at Westney Road, Harwood Avenue and Salem Road, with Kingston Road, Bayly Street and Rossland Road for getting across.
It helps to give us a landmark such as the Ajax GO Station, Ajax Downs or Rotary Park on the waterfront. Let us know about access issues like a single-lane driveway in the older south end, a crowded townhouse lot up north or a low apartment garage.
Not on the list? Call us. If you're in or around Ajax, we'll come to you. (289) 349-2006
Free towing anywhere in Ajax. Based in Burlington.
Same-day pickup in Ajax: what to expect
Here's how timing usually works for an Ajax pickup.
How fast we can come
If you call before noon, we can usually reach Ajax the same day. We'll agree on a time window when you book, and your driver phones before arriving. Our hours are Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m..
How to keep it quick
Have your ownership and photo ID ready, leave the keys where you can grab them, and move anything blocking the car. If you live in an apartment or townhouse complex, share the unit number and any gate or buzzer code.
What might push it back
A snowstorm, a collision closing part of the 401, missing paperwork or a car we can't reach can move the pickup to the next day. We'll call you as soon as we know and book the next open slot.
Top Cash 4 Cars vs your other options in Ajax
| Feature | Top Cash 4 Cars | Private sale (Kijiji / Marketplace) | Dealer trade-in | Driving it to a scrapyard |
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| Free towing | Yes, always | No | Rarely | You get it there |
| Buys non-running cars | Yes | Rarely | Almost never | Yes |
| Paid on the spot | Yes, cash | Depends on the buyer | Credit toward a new car | Yes |
| Time to sell | Same day in most areas | Weeks | 1–3 days | Your schedule |
| Paperwork handled | Yes | You do it | Yes | Partly |
| Beat-any-offer guarantee | Yes | No | No | No |
| Risk of no-shows or scams | None | High | Low | None |
Selling privately in Ajax can work for a clean car, but most buyers want a running vehicle with a fresh safety at a bargain price. For a car with problems, a guaranteed offer and a free tow are usually the faster, safer route.
Eco-friendly car recycling in Ajax
Ajax has a long stretch of Lake Ontario shoreline, and two creeks, Duffins and Carruthers, run through town to the lake. Oil, coolant and brake fluid dripping from an old car eventually find their way toward that water. Recycling the car properly keeps them out.
Here's what happens after we tow your car:
- Every fluid is drained and collected, including oil, coolant, brake fluid, fuel and refrigerant.
- The battery and catalytic converter are taken out and recycled separately.
- Usable parts, from engines to mirrors, are removed and sold for reuse.
- The remaining shell is crushed, shredded and sorted, and the metal goes to mills.
Around 75–80% of a typical vehicle by weight can be recycled. Cars that can't be resold go to licensed Ontario recyclers. Read more in how car recycling works.
What Ajax customers say
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“I called after work around 7 p.m. I had a car I needed to get rid of and 30 minutes after I made the first call, he showed up and gave me a very fair deal on the car. Car was gone, money in my wallet and I was very happy. He was extremely pleasant, polite, fair and explained things to me the right way.”
Ernesto Vlasic via Customer review
Cash for cars Ajax FAQs
Still have a question? Call (289) 349-2006 and ask a real person.
What will you pay for my car in Ajax?
Most scrap and junk cars in Ajax earn $300 to $2,000, and running used cars can bring up to $10,000. Minivans and SUVs usually earn more than small cars because of their weight. Prices depend on current scrap metal rates, so call (289) 349-2006 for an exact figure.
Do you tow for free everywhere in Ajax?
Yes. Every Ajax address is covered, from Pickering Village to the Whitby line and from the waterfront to the north end. The tow is never deducted from your offer, and there are no hidden charges on pickup day.
Can you collect a car from an Ajax townhouse complex?
Yes. Townhouse lots in north Ajax can be tight, so tell us where the car is parked and whether your complex has rules about tow trucks. We'll keep the pickup short and can call your property manager ahead of time if needed.
Do you buy old minivans?
Yes, gladly. Old minivans are welcome even with a failed transmission, power doors that no longer work or very high kilometres. Their weight often lifts the scrap value above our sedan minimum, and a van that still runs may be worth more as a used vehicle.
Is my offer guaranteed when the driver arrives in Ajax?
Yes, as long as the car matches what you described. The driver checks the year, model, condition and major parts. If something important is different, like a missing engine, we'll explain the change before you sign anything.
Can I get same-day pickup in Ajax?
In most cases, yes. Call before noon and we can usually be there later that day. If not, we'll book the next morning or a time that suits you, including evenings and Saturdays.
Can I scrap a car that still has a loan on it?
Only once the lien is dealt with. Money owing on a car must be paid off or disclosed before it's sold. Tell us about the loan when you call and we'll explain the usual options.
How will I be paid?
You're paid in cash on the spot. Once the driver has checked the car and you've signed the bill of sale, the money is handed over before the car is loaded. There's nothing to wait for afterwards.
Can I keep my winter tires or stereo?
Yes, but tell us when you call. Removing a set of good winter tires or an aftermarket stereo may change the offer slightly, so we'll quote the car as it will be on pickup day. Always keep your plates and personal items.
Do you buy flood-damaged cars in Ajax?
Yes. Cars that have been through high water, whether from a storm or a flooded garage, still hold value in metal and parts. Let us know how high the water reached so we can give you an accurate offer.
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Turn your Ajax car into cash today
That minivan in the driveway or the sedan in the garage could be gone as soon as today. Call (289) 349-2006 for a firm offer in about 3 minutes, or fill in the form and we'll call you.
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