Scrap Car Removal in Markham, Paid in Cash
Done with a car that's not worth fixing? We'll pay you for its metal and parts, haul it away free from any Markham address, and make sure it's recycled at a licensed Ontario facility. Sedans start at $300, SUVs and pickups at $500.
- $300 minimum for sedans
- Free towing
- Cash at pickup
- Licensed recycling
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Repair or scrap? A simple test for Markham drivers
Here's a simple rule: if the repair costs more than the car would be worth afterward, it's time to let it go. In Markham, the trigger is often a big-ticket job on a car that has already logged years on Highway 404 and the 407. Think of a transmission, a head gasket, or rust in the subframe that turns a routine safety check into a long list.
Scrapping turns that problem into cash. Instead of paying for repairs, you get paid for the steel, the catalytic converter and every part that still works. The car leaves your driveway in Wismer Commons or your spot in a Unionville lot, and you stop paying insurance on something you no longer drive.
Still on the fence? If the car runs well, it may be worth more as a used car. Our page on selling a running car in Markham explains how we price those.
Scrap car prices in Markham
A typical scrap car in Markham earns $300 to $2,000. Weight is the biggest factor, followed by the parts that can be resold. Prices depend on current scrap metal rates, so a quote today may differ slightly from one next month.
What sets the price
- Weight class
- Compact cars start at $300; SUVs, minivans and pickups start at $500 because they carry more metal.
- Catalytic converter
- Its precious metals make it one of the most valuable parts on a scrap car, so keep it on.
- Engine and transmission
- If either still works, it can be resold, which raises the offer.
- Aluminum parts
- Alloy wheels, aluminum hoods and engine blocks are worth more per kilogram than steel.
- Completeness
- Missing doors, seats or wheels reduce the price, though the car still has value.
- Market timing
- Metal prices go up and down, and our quotes track them closely.
- Sedan, coupe or hatchback
- from $300
- SUV or minivan
- from $500
- Pickup truck
- from $500
- Running used car
- up to $10,000
Scrap rates change often, so your quote reflects current market prices.
How to get the most for your car
- Read us the VIN, or give the exact model and engine size, for the most accurate price.
- Leave the battery and catalytic converter installed.
- Tell us everything that's missing or broken before we quote.
Scrap car removal in Markham: how it works
From phone call to empty driveway in three steps.
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Step 1: Call or send the form
Reach us at (289) 349-2006 or through the online form. Give us the year, make and model, and tell us honestly what's wrong with it. You'll have a firm scrap price in about 3 minutes, and you can take time to decide.
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Step 2: Book the tow
Pick a day and time; we work Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.. A call before noon often means a same-day pickup. Tell us if the car is in a rear-lane garage, an underground lot or a farm field so the driver brings the right gear.
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Step 3: Paperwork, payment, gone
The driver checks the car against your description, you sign over the ownership (vehicle permit) and the bill of sale, and you get cash on the spot. Have your plates off before the truck arrives. It usually takes 20–30 minutes.
Scrap paperwork and plates, explained
The paperwork for scrapping a car is short. Here's what matters.
Ownership and ID
You'll need the car's ownership and government-issued photo ID with a matching name. If the ownership is lost, don't panic. Call us before ordering a replacement from ServiceOntario, since we may be able to help. Our no-ownership guide covers the details.
Plates stay with you
Unscrew your licence plates before the tow truck arrives. Ontario plates are registered to the owner rather than the car, so they're yours to reuse on your next vehicle or hand back at ServiceOntario. See what to do with your plates for the full picture.
No safety certificate needed
Scrapping doesn't require a safety certificate, and we never ask for one. A failed inspection is often the reason people decide to scrap in the first place, and it's already reflected in how we price a car's condition.
Insurance and the bill of sale
Keep your copy of the bill of sale. It records the date and time the car left your hands, which is useful if a question ever comes up. After pickup, call your insurer to cancel the policy or move it to your next vehicle.
Where your scrap car goes next
Once it's loaded, your car heads to a licensed Ontario recycler, not a back lot. There, it's handled in a set order:
- Every fluid is drained: oil, coolant, fuel, brake and transmission fluid, and refrigerant.
- The battery, tires and catalytic converter are removed for separate recycling.
- Working parts are pulled and resold to repair shops and owners who need them.
- The stripped body is crushed, shredded and sorted by metal type.
Around 75–80% of a typical vehicle by weight can be recycled, and the recovered steel goes back to mills. It's a cleaner ending than a car rusting behind a garage. Read more about how car recycling works or our auto recycling service.
Free scrap car towing throughout Markham
Scrap pickups run all across the city, including:
- Unionville
- Markham Village
- Cornell
- Cathedraltown
- Berczy Village
- Wismer Commons
- Angus Glen
- Box Grove
- Milliken Mills
- Armadale
- German Mills
- Thornhill (Markham side)
- Victoria Square
- Buttonville
- Cachet
Every Markham postal code from L3P to L3T, plus L6B, L6C and L6E, is covered at no charge.
Before the truck arrives
Share your nearest major intersection, like Kennedy and 16th Avenue or McCowan and Highway 7, along with where the car sits on the property. If you're on Steeles Avenue near Pacific Mall or another busy road, we'll plan a safe spot to load. For rural addresses in north Markham, let us know about gates and how firm the lane is.
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Scrapping a car in Markham: FAQs
Still have a question? Call (289) 349-2006 and ask a real person.
How much is a scrap car worth in Markham?
Most scrap cars in Markham bring $300 to $2,000. Small cars start at $300 and SUVs, minivans and pickups at $500, as long as they're complete. The exact figure depends on weight, working parts and current scrap metal rates. Call (289) 349-2006 for a firm price.
Can you scrap a car that's in a rear-lane garage?
Yes. Rear-lane garages are common in Cornell and other newer Markham communities, and they're usually easy to reach. Tell us the lane entrance, and move any other cars out of the way. The driver can winch the scrap car out if it won't roll.
Do I get more if I take the car to a scrapyard myself?
Usually not enough to be worth it. You'd need to pay for a tow, or drive a car that may not be safe on the road, and then wait at the yard. We include the tow for free and pay you at your door, so you keep the whole amount.
Will you take a car that's missing its engine?
Yes. A car without an engine or transmission still has value in its steel and remaining parts. The offer will be lower than for a complete car, so mention what's missing when you call. We'll give you an honest number based on what's there.
What about the personal information in my car?
Anything left in the car leaves with it, so clean it out first. Check the glovebox for old insurance slips and service receipts with your address. Delete your phone from the infotainment system, and clear any garage door codes programmed into the mirror or visor buttons.
Can you pick up a scrap car from a farm in north Markham?
Yes. Farms and rural lots near Victoria Square and along the city's northern edge are part of our free-towing area. Old farm trucks and cars parked in fields for years are fine. Let us know if the ground is soft or the lane is long.
Does the car need plates or current registration to be scrapped?
No. The car doesn't need plates or current registration to be scrapped; it only needs to be yours. What matters is the ownership in your name and valid photo ID. Take off any plates before the tow and keep them.
Do you scrap company cars and work vans in Markham?
Yes. Businesses in Markham's office and industrial parks can scrap fleet cars, cargo vans and pickups with us. We'll need the ownership and someone with signing authority at pickup. Pickup trucks start at $500. See our commercial vehicle service for more.
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Scrap your car in Markham this week
Call (289) 349-2006 or use the form for a firm scrap price. We'll tow it away free and pay you in cash before we leave.
Open Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.