# Scrap car removal Ajax > Scrap car removal in Ajax with free towing. We pay at least $300 for sedans and $500 for vans and SUVs, cash on the spot. Get your scrap quote. Source: https://topcash4cars.ca/service-areas/ajax/scrap-car-removal # Scrap Car Removal in Ajax – Cash for Every Old Car Your old car is worth more than you might think. We buy scrap cars across Ajax, **tow them away at no cost to you**, and pay cash on the spot based on weight, parts and today's metal prices. ## Scrap car removal in Ajax, done properly In Ajax, a car usually reaches the scrap stage after years of family duty: school drop-offs, trips up and down Harwood Avenue, and winter after winter of salted roads. Once a repair bill outweighs the car's value, the smart move is often to sell it for its metal and parts. We make that easy. One quote, one free tow and **the car is gone**, wherever it sits, from a South West Ajax driveway to a garage near Carruthers Creek. ### Paid by weight and parts We price the steel in the car, then add value for parts that can be resold. Heavier family vans and SUVs usually come out ahead of small cars. ### No towing charges The tow is free from any Ajax address, and nothing is taken off your scrap price when the driver arrives. You get the full amount we quoted. ### Cars that don't roll Seized wheels, flat tires and dead batteries are fine. Our flatbeds use winches to load cars that haven't moved in years. ### Proper recycling Every scrap car goes to a licensed Ontario recycler that drains the fluids and recovers parts before anything is crushed. ### Fast scheduling Call before noon and pickup is usually possible the same day, with evening and Saturday slots for busy weeks. ### Clear paperwork We'll tell you exactly which documents to have ready, so nothing holds up the sale on pickup day. ## How to scrap your car in Ajax No trips to a scrapyard and no towing bills. Here's the whole process. ### Get your scrap price Call (289) 349-2006 or use the form. Tell us the year, make and model, whether it starts, and what's damaged or missing. We'll give you a firm scrap price in about 3 minutes. ### Pick a pickup time We come to you anywhere in Ajax: at home, at work or at a repair shop. Same-day pickup is usually possible when you call before noon, and we'll confirm the time with you. ### Sign and collect your cash The driver checks the car, you sign the bill of sale and hand over the ownership (vehicle permit), and **you're paid on the spot**. The car is loaded and on its way to the recycler in about half an hour. ## Scrap car prices in Ajax Most scrap cars in Ajax are worth $300 to $2,000. Our minimums are $300 for sedans, coupes and hatchbacks, $500 for SUVs and minivans, and $500 for pickup trucks. **Prices depend on current scrap metal rates**, so the exact figure is set when you call. - **Weight of the vehicle:** Steel is paid by weight, so a minivan or SUV usually beats a small hatchback. - **Scrap metal rates:** The price recyclers pay for steel shifts each month, and our quotes follow it. - **Catalytic converter:** Its precious metals make it one of the most valuable single parts on a scrap car. - **Engine and transmission:** If either one still works, it can be resold, which adds to your price. - **Aluminum wheels and parts:** Alloy rims and aluminum components are worth more per kilogram than steel. - **Missing parts:** A car that's already been picked apart weighs less and earns less. | Vehicle | Payout | | --- | --- | | 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 month to month._ > **Don't pull the catalytic converter first** Some owners remove the converter or battery to sell on their own before scrapping. Those parts are already built into your quote, so **a car missing them gets a lower offer**. Leave them in place and let us price the whole car. ## Scrapping a car in Ajax: paperwork and plates A scrap sale needs less paperwork than a private sale, but a few things are essential. ### Proof the car is yours The ownership, often called the green slip, shows you have the right to sell the car. Bring it along with valid photo ID in the same name. If the names don't match, call us before you book so we can sort it out. ### Plates stay with you Unscrew your licence plates before pickup. In Ontario, plates belong to you rather than the car, so put them on your next vehicle or return them to ServiceOntario; there's no refund either way. See our guide to [licence plates when selling](/guides/licence-plates-when-selling). ### Liens and loans A car with money owing must have the lien paid off or disclosed before we can buy it. Mention any loan when you call, and we'll explain what usually happens next and what you'll need from your lender. ### No safety certificate needed Scrap cars don't need a safety certificate, and you don't need to fix anything first. A car that would fail every inspection going still has scrap value, and that's exactly what we pay you for. ### Cars from an estate If you're scrapping a late parent's car, you'll usually need estate documents showing you can sell it. Our guide on [selling a deceased family member's car](/guides/sell-car-of-deceased-family-member) explains what's typical, and we're happy to talk it through by phone. ## From your Ajax driveway to the recycler Once your car leaves Ajax, it heads to a licensed Ontario recycler. The process is the same every time, and it's more careful than most people expect. The car is drained of oil, fuel, coolant, and brake and transmission fluid, and the air-conditioning refrigerant is recovered. The battery, tires and catalytic converter are separated for their own recycling. Workers then pull parts with resale value, such as engines, transmissions, alternators, mirrors and body panels. The stripped shell is flattened and fed through a shredder, where magnets and sorting lines split steel from aluminum, copper and other materials. **Around 75–80% of a typical vehicle by weight can be recycled** and goes back into new products. Learn more in our [car recycling guide](/guides/how-car-recycling-works) or on our [auto recycling](/services/auto-recycling) page. > **Why it matters in Ajax** An old car leaking fluids on a driveway near Duffins Creek or the waterfront isn't just an eyesore. Proper recycling keeps that oil and coolant out of the storm drains. ## Ajax scrap car removal FAQs ### How much will I get for scrapping my car in Ajax? Most scrap cars in Ajax earn $300 to $2,000. Sedans start at $300, while SUVs, minivans and pickups start at $500. The final number depends on weight, parts and current scrap metal rates, and we'll confirm it when you call. ### Why do vans and SUVs get higher scrap prices? Because scrap is paid by weight. A minivan or SUV carries a lot more steel than a compact car, and it often has larger parts worth reselling. That's why family vehicles in Ajax regularly come in above the sedan minimum. ### Can you take a scrap car that has no wheels? Yes. A car sitting on blocks or bare hubs can still be lifted and winched onto a flatbed. Tell us when you book so the driver knows what to expect and brings the right equipment. ### Will you scrap a car that's been in an accident? Yes. Crash-damaged cars are scrapped all the time. Even with a bent frame or deployed airbags, the metal and undamaged parts still have value. Our [damaged car buyers](/services/damaged-car-buyers) page covers serious damage in more detail. ### How long does a scrap car pickup take? Usually about 20 to 30 minutes. The driver checks the car, you sign and get paid, and then the car is loaded. A car that won't roll or sits in a tight garage may take a little longer. ### Can I scrap two cars at the same time? Yes. If you have two or more scrap vehicles in Ajax, we'll quote each one and plan the pickup so they're taken together where possible. Have the ownership for each vehicle ready. ### Do you pick up scrap cars in the winter? Yes, all year. In winter, clear enough snow to reach the doors and the front or back of the car. If a storm makes roads unsafe, we'll call to move your pickup to the next available slot. ### Do I need to drain the fluids before you scrap my car? No. Leave the fluids where they are. The recycler drains and captures every fluid safely as the first step, so there's nothing for you to do. 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We'll tow your car away free and pay you on the spot.