Cash for Cars Etobicoke – Free Towing From the Lakeshore to Rexdale
Get $300 to $10,000 for your car anywhere in Etobicoke, whether it's parked under a Humber Bay Shores condo or sitting in an Alderwood driveway. Running or dead, we pay cash on the spot and tow it away free, often the same day you call.
- Free towing
- Same-day pickup available
- Cash on the spot
- Best offer guaranteed
- Any condition
Get your offer in 3 minutes
Free quote. No obligation. We call you back in minutes.
Why Etobicoke drivers choose Top Cash 4 Cars
Etobicoke is where the QEW, the Gardiner, Highway 427 and Highway 401 all meet, so cars here live hard lives. Commuters log long highway kilometres, and every winter the salt on those ramps eats at brake lines, rocker panels and subframes. In the north end, the industrial lands around Highway 27 and the airport keep a steady flow of tired cargo vans and pickups coming off the road. Down by the lake, the problem is usually access, not condition: underground garages with low ceilings.
A rusted Corolla in a Mimico driveway, a fleet van behind a Rexdale warehouse, a dead SUV three levels under Humber Bay Shores: we buy all of them, pay on the spot and tow for free.
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Firm cash offers
The number we quote is the number you get. Our driver won't hunt for reasons to cut it once he's in your Etobicoke driveway, and no fuel, admin or towing charges come off the top.
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Free towing anywhere in Etobicoke
Towing costs you nothing, from Long Branch to Eringate to the streets around Woodbine Racetrack. Let us know about a low garage ceiling or a tight back lane and we'll bring a truck that fits.
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Same-day pickup
Call before noon and we can usually get a truck to you that same day. Evening and Saturday slots help if you work downtown or commute out on the 427 every morning.
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Any make, model or condition
Seized engine, stolen catalytic converter, crash damage, no keys or simply worn out. Sedans, minivans, SUVs, pickups and work vans all get a real offer from us.
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Best offer guaranteed
Already holding a written quote from another buyer in Etobicoke or Mississauga? Show it to us. Our promise is simple and in writing: we’ll beat any written offer.
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Eco-friendly recycling
Cars we can't resell go to a licensed Ontario recycler. Fluids are drained, useful parts are pulled for reuse, and the metal is shredded and sent back to the mills.
Cash for cars in Etobicoke in 3 simple steps
Most Etobicoke sales take one short call and about 20 minutes on pickup day.
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Step 1: Tell us about the car
Call (289) 349-2006 or use the form. Give us the year, make, model, rough mileage and whether it runs. We'll come back with a firm cash offer in about 3 minutes, and you're under no obligation to take it.
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Step 2: Pick a pickup time
Choose a time that suits you. We run same-day and next-day pickups across Etobicoke, from New Toronto and Mimico up to Richview and Thistletown. Mention parking, gates or garage height so the right truck shows up.
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Step 3: Sign, get paid, wave goodbye
The driver checks that the car matches what you told us. You sign the bill of sale, take your cash and watch the car leave. The whole visit usually takes 20 to 30 minutes, start to finish.
What vehicles we buy in Etobicoke
If it has a VIN, we'll make an offer. Between highway commuting and road salt, we see a lot of rusted and high-mileage cars in Etobicoke, and they're all welcome.
- Won't start or won't move Seized engines, blown head gaskets, dead transmissions and cars that only click when you turn the key.
- Accident damage Fender-benders you don't want to fix and total losses your insurer has written off.
- Flood or water damage Cars soaked in a storm, a flooded garage or a low-lying parking spot.
- Fire and smoke damage Engine fires, smoke-filled interiors and cars scorched in a garage fire.
- No keys Lost keys or a dead fob won't stop the sale, and we still price the car fairly.
- Missing parts Cars with no wheels, no converter or parts already pulled for another project.
- Failed safety Cars that didn't pass an Ontario safety inspection and would cost too much to fix.
- High-mileage commuters Cars worn down by years on the 427, the Gardiner and the 401.
- Rust damage Rotted rocker panels, frames and brake lines from salted winter roads.
- Running used cars Good daily drivers worth up to $10,000, depending on year, mileage and condition.
- Trucks, vans and fleet vehicles Pickups, minivans, cargo vans, SUVs and retired company vehicles from north Etobicoke businesses.
How much is my scrap car worth in Etobicoke?
Most scrap and junk cars in Etobicoke bring $300 to $2,000, and running used cars can be worth up to $10,000. A heavy work van from a Rexdale yard usually beats a small hatchback, because weight and reusable parts drive the price. Our guide on what a scrap car is worth explains the math.
What sets the price
- Weight
- More steel means more scrap value, so trucks, vans and full-size SUVs usually pay more.
- Metal prices
- Steel and aluminum prices move every month, and our offers move with them.
- Valuable parts
- A working engine, transmission, catalytic converter, alloy wheels or newer battery all add to the offer.
- Year, make and model
- Popular models have parts in demand, which can lift the price above plain scrap.
- Completeness
- Missing parts lower the offer but rarely wipe it out.
- Whether it runs
- A car that drives is priced as a used car, not by weight.
- 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.
How to get the most for your car
- Leave the catalytic converter on; taking it off lowers your offer.
- Have your ownership (vehicle permit) ready before the truck arrives.
- Describe the condition honestly so the offer doesn't need to change.
- Hand over every key and fob you have.
Documents you need to scrap a car in Etobicoke
Paperwork is what slows most sales down. Here's what to have ready, plus answers for the less common cases.
What to have ready
Have three things on hand: the ownership (vehicle permit), valid government photo ID that matches the name on it, and any keys you have. Many people still call the ownership the green slip. With those sorted, an Etobicoke pickup is quick and simple.
Lost your ownership?
It happens a lot with cars that have sat in an Etobicoke garage for years. You can order a replacement at ServiceOntario. Call us before you go, though, because we may be able to help sooner. Our guide to selling a car without ownership explains the options.
Still paying off a loan?
If there's a loan or lien on the car, it has to be paid off or disclosed before the sale. Call us and we'll talk through how that works for your car and your lender. Selling a car with a lien covers the basics.
Selling for someone else, an estate or a business?
Usually the person on the ownership signs. For an estate, the estate trustee signs and brings the death certificate and the will or estate papers. For a company car, bring proof you can sign for the business. Call ahead and we'll confirm exactly what to bring.
Do I need to be there?
Yes, or someone you've authorized does. That person signs the bill of sale, hands over the keys and receives the cash. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes, so a lunch break or a Saturday morning works for most Etobicoke sellers.
What happens to my licence plates?
Remove your licence plates before we tow the car. In Ontario, plates belong to you, not the vehicle, so you can keep them for your next car or return them to ServiceOntario. There's no refund to claim, since Ontario stopped charging for plate stickers in 2022. Read more about what to do with your plates.
Do I need a safety certificate?
No. You don't need a safety certificate to sell your car for scrap, or to sell it to us at all. That's why many Etobicoke drivers whose cars fail safety call us instead of paying for a long list of repairs.
Etobicoke neighbourhoods we serve
We cover all of Etobicoke, from the lakefront in Long Branch up to Steeles Avenue in the far north end.
- Mimico
- New Toronto
- Long Branch
- Humber Bay Shores
- Alderwood
- The Kingsway
- Islington Village
- Markland Wood
- Eringate
- Richview
- Humber Valley Village
- Rexdale
- Thistletown
- Smithfield
- West Humber–Clairville
Towing is free for every Etobicoke postal code, including M8V to M8Z, M9A to M9C, M9P, M9R, M9V and M9W.
Getting to you: roads, landmarks and access
From Burlington, we take the QEW into the south end, then the Gardiner, Lake Shore Boulevard West or The Queensway for Mimico and Humber Bay Shores. Highway 427 carries us north to Richview and Eringate, and Highway 401 or Highway 27 gets us to Rexdale and West Humber–Clairville. Naming a nearby landmark, like Sherway Gardens, Kipling station or Humber College's North Campus, helps the driver.
Tell us about access before pickup day: a condo garage height limit, a shared or narrow driveway in Long Branch, or a gated industrial yard off Highway 27.
Don't see your area? Call us. If it's in or near Etobicoke, we'll come. (289) 349-2006
Free towing anywhere in Etobicoke. Based in Burlington.
Same-day pickup in Etobicoke: what to expect
Timing
Call before noon and we can usually pick up in Etobicoke the same day. We'll give you an arrival window and call when the driver is close. Our trucks run Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m..
What speeds it up
Have the ownership and your ID out, the keys in hand and the car clear of other vehicles. For condo pickups, book the loading area or a visitor spot with your concierge, and give us the garage's clearance height.
What can slow it down
Heavy snow, a car boxed in by others, missing paperwork or rush-hour jams on the 427 and the Gardiner can push pickup to the next day. If that happens, we'll tell you early and book the first slot that works for you.
Top Cash 4 Cars vs your other options in Etobicoke
Here's how selling to us stacks up against the usual alternatives.
| 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 |
Listing an old car online in Etobicoke means answering messages, booking showings and hoping buyers turn up. With us, you get one firm offer and the car is gone the same week, usually the same day.
Eco-friendly car recycling in Etobicoke
Three waterways cross Etobicoke on their way to Lake Ontario: the Humber River, Mimico Creek and Etobicoke Creek. Oil or coolant dripping from an old car can wash into the storm drains that feed them. Getting the car off your property and into a proper recycling stream helps keep that out of the lake.
Here's what happens after we tow your car:
- It goes to a licensed Ontario recycler.
- Oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and air conditioning refrigerant are drained and handled safely.
- The battery and catalytic converter are removed and sent for their own recycling.
- Reusable parts are pulled and resold.
- The shell is crushed and shredded, and the steel goes back to the mills.
Around 75–80% of a typical vehicle by weight can be recycled. Learn more about how car recycling works.
What Etobicoke customers say
Real feedback from people who have sold us their cars.
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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 Etobicoke FAQs
Still have a question? Call (289) 349-2006 and ask a real person.
How much cash can I get for my car in Etobicoke?
Most scrap and junk cars in Etobicoke sell for $300 to $2,000, while running used cars can bring up to $10,000. Vans and pickups often pay more because of their weight. Call (289) 349-2006 with the year, make, model and condition, and you'll have a firm number in about 3 minutes.
Do you offer same-day pickup in Etobicoke?
Usually, yes. If you call before noon, we can often have a truck in Etobicoke the same afternoon or evening. Busy days, bad weather or traffic on the 427 can push it to the next day, and we'll tell you up front if that's likely.
Is towing free anywhere in Etobicoke?
Yes. Towing is free everywhere in Etobicoke, from Long Branch and Alderwood to Thistletown and the Woodbine area, and we never take it off your offer. Just tell us about anything unusual, like a tight laneway or underground parking.
Can you get a car out of a Humber Bay Shores condo garage?
In most cases, yes. Many lakefront buildings have low-clearance garages, so give us the address, the parking level and the posted height limit when you book. We'll send a low-profile truck or arrange to move the car to the loading area first.
Do you buy old work vans and trucks from north Etobicoke businesses?
Yes. We buy cargo vans, pickups and company cars from businesses around Rexdale, Highway 27 and West Humber–Clairville, running or not. We can take several vehicles in one visit. Bring proof you can sign for the company, and see our commercial vehicle page for details.
Will the price change when your driver arrives?
Not if the car matches what you described. The driver checks the year, model and condition against your quote. The offer only changes if something major was left out, like a missing engine or serious damage we weren't told about. That's why we ask detailed questions up front.
Can I sell more than one vehicle at once?
Yes. Families clearing out a driveway and businesses retiring several vans often sell to us in one go. We quote each vehicle separately and can usually move them in one visit or in back-to-back trips the same day.
Do you buy cars with no keys or flat tires?
Yes. We tow cars with no keys, flat tires, seized brakes or a dead battery. Tell us when you book so we bring the right equipment, such as dollies or a winch. A missing key may lower the offer slightly, but it won't stop the sale.
Can I sell a car that's been parked in an Etobicoke garage for years?
Yes. Cars that have sat in a garage or carport for years turn up often in older Etobicoke homes. Flat tires, a dead battery and expired registration don't matter. Find the ownership if you can, and call us if it's lost.
Should I take off the battery or catalytic converter first?
No. Those parts are part of what we're paying for, so removing them lowers your offer, and selling them on your own takes time. Leave the car as it is. If you want to keep personal items, winter tires or a stereo, tell us when you book.
Do you also serve areas near Etobicoke?
Yes. We pick up across Mississauga, North York, Vaughan, Brampton and the rest of Toronto. See cash for cars in Mississauga or cash for cars in North York, or just call and give us your address.
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Get cash for your car in Etobicoke today
That old car in your Mimico driveway or Rexdale lot is worth real money, and the tow is free. Call (289) 349-2006 for a firm offer in about 3 minutes, or send the form and we'll call you back.
Open Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.