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$1,725 paid for 2013 Ford Taurus
Our Casa Grande, AZ team collected the Ford with streamlined paperwork.
$2,070 paid for 2015 Hyundai Sonata
Yuma, AZ turned a $2,070 offer into a straightforward vehicle offload.
Sell Fixer-Uppers for Cash Today
Fixer-uppers are automobiles that are in need of some sort of repair (mechanical or cosmetic), and cannot be legally driven until they are fixed or are able to be sold at their current fair market value. Fixer-uppers may have mechanical problems (such as engine failures), have a transmission that needs repair, have damage to the body or a worn interior that would make it less appealing to everyday buyers. For some car owners in Arizona, a car they drive on a daily basis might turn into a project car because of a breakdown, accident, or simply time. Those with fixer-uppers choose to sell as is rather than invest in repairs.
When your vehicle needs repairs, your question is not whether to sell it but where. Cash for Cars buyers (like Sellusyourcaraz.com) buy fixer-upper cars every day from every county in Arizona. We make it easy for you to convert that troublesome fixer-upper into cash FAST, without the wasted time of advertising your car for sale online, waiting for the right car buyer, or negotiating with multiple strangers who think they deserve a discount on your vehicle.
If you want to sell a fixer-upper quickly, you must make sure you are dealing with the right buyer. When you buy a car through a private sale related to private ownership, you will typically do the following:
- Go to see and inspect the vehicle.
- Consider all aspects of the purchase including whether you can afford to repair it if necessary.
Now let us consider how to best sell your car without waiting too long for an offer. When trading in a car at a dealer, often they only offer a low amount for the vehicle because they take into account the costs associated with fixing the vehicle up for resale as well as the risk of selling that vehicle again.
A second option is to use Sell Us Your Car to provide a faster quote than the traditional method of using your local dealerships. Through Sell Us Your Car’s services, you can receive a free online quote in just about two minutes, based on the information you provide. When selling your car through Sell Us Your Car, there are no listing fees and no open house needed. You will not have to wait weeks after accepting an offer for payment either. Once you accept an offer from Sell Us Your Car, we coordinate pickup at your convenience, take care of the paperwork, arrange for towing your vehicle, and give you cash today.
How Much Is a Fixer-Upper Car Worth in Arizona?
The value of a fixer upper vehicle depends on several key factors.
- First, the year, make, and model of the vehicle. All vehicles have different demands for aftermarket or reuse respectively within their year, make, and model category.
- Second, the type and extent of mechanical damage. For example, a vehicle is worth less if it has an engine that is blown compared to having just a minor repair of its transmission.
- Third, whether the vehicle has a straight body and a clean interior will affect the offer since straight-body, clean-interior vehicles have greater potential for resale even though they require mechanical repairs.
- Fourth, whether the vehicle can or cannot run/drive is less relevant for fixer upper as compared to running vehicles but will still have an amount that affects the offer or value.
How Do We Price a Fixer-Upper Car for Sale in Arizona?
There are several different methods of determining the price of a Fixer Upper Car for sale in Arizona, and they all depend on different factors. Firstly, you need to consider the mechanical condition of the vehicle. It would be best to look at similar vehicles that are currently available to gauge pricing. There are many online resources such as Kelley Blue Book or NADA Guides that provide some indication of the average price of used cars. However, those tools do not include repair costs or account for the small number of buyers interested in purchasing a fixer-upper vehicle. Private buyers typically expect to pay less than the mechanic’s repair costs and the extra hassle of dealing with a vehicle that is broken and requires repairs. To get the most accurate evaluation, it is best to receive a quote from Cash for Cars Buyers. We offer a free quote for your non-running vehicle that will take into account your vehicle’s defective status, current market demand, and value of the parts that can be sold. There is no obligation, and you can use our quote to compare to other options before deciding what to do with your vehicle.
Is It Worth Fixing Our Car Before Selling It?
In many cases, fixing a vehicle before selling it is not worth the expense, as the cost of the repairs will usually exceed the increase in the resale value of the vehicle, especially for an older vehicle or one that has severe mechanical problems. Having a clean and tidy vehicle will provide you with a good first impression but spend little money on repairs. The cash for cars buyers that buy your vehicle through Sell Us Your Car can take vehicles regardless of their condition. Therefore, you are not obligated to spend any money on making repairs before you sell the vehicle.
How Do We List a Car with Mechanical Issues?
If you want to sell your vehicle privately and the vehicle has mechanical issues, being honest in your listing is best. Be honest about what is wrong with the vehicle and include those items in the listing with the vehicle’s mileage and general condition of the vehicle. A picture of the interior and exterior of the vehicle can help to set expectations of the vehicle. For vehicles that are a mechanic’s special or vehicles that require some repairs, you reach people looking for a project vehicle. Be specific about what repairs need to be made to the vehicle and whether the vehicle runs. This transparency will build trust and reduce the time wasted with buyers who are not interested in these types of vehicles.
What Should We Disclose When Selling a Car That Needs Repairs in Arizona?
When selling a vehicle in Arizona, being honest about issues with the vehicle is a way to avoid potential legal ramifications and build the confidence of potential buyers. You will need to inform buyers of any known mechanical issues, accidents, ownership issues, and any issues involving safety. Under state law you must be truthful and act with reasonable care to disclose any material facts about the vehicle that could affect the vehicle’s value or safety. You must respond truthfully to any questions you are asked by a potential buyer even if you are selling the vehicle as is. Because we are a cash for cars company, we will perform our own evaluation of the vehicle so your responsibility to make disclosures to us is also less than when you sell the vehicle to another private party.
Can We Sell Our Fixer-Upper Car for Parts?
Yes, you have the option to take a vehicle that is not running or needs extensive repairs and is only good for parts and remove those parts and sell them individually. Although this may not seem to make sense, it is not practical to remove parts from the vehicle and you must have the tools, knowledge of how to remove the parts, space to store the parts, and the time to list and sell each individual part. Most people find selling the whole vehicle to a cash for cars buyer more practical. Sell Us Your Car will buy vehicles that have mechanical issues in any condition to the value of their parts. This means that if you sell the vehicle as a whole because you are not willing to remove the parts, you will receive one payment for the entire vehicle without the hassle of having to disassemble it.
Arizona Car Buying Services
We make offers on any vehicle, in any condition, any time of day! See more car buying services here.

Abandoned Cars
To legally sell an abandoned vehicle in Arizona, you have to prove ownership, which can be done by obtaining title documentation, and completing all necessary paperwork as per Arizona law and the MVD.

Broken-Down Cars
A car that is broken-down is one whose capacity to function effectively has ceased due to a mechanical or electrical failure. We buy cars with engine failures, malfunctioning transmissions, flat batteries, insufficient cooling, malfunctioning electrical systems, and other related breakdowns.

Crashed Cars
If your vehicle is damaged beyond repair in a wreck and no longer has market value, as determined by an insurance company, you may still be able to receive cash for that vehicle because there is clear evidence of damage and you have proof of ownership. If you live in Arizona and want to sell…

Fire-Damaged Cars
A car that is exposed to fire is considered fire damaged. It may be damaged by flames, heat, smoke, or the chemicals firefighters use to extinguish a fire. We buy damaged cars affected by electrical failure, fuel leaks, engine overheating, car accidents, arson, and other causes of fire destruction.

Fixer-Upper Cars
A fixer-upper vehicle is a car that requires some repairs or restoration before it is safe to drive or back in good condition. We purchase cars with defects in their mechanical functions, bodies, parts, interiors, and more.

Fleet Cars
A fleet vehicle is a car that is used by a company, rental agency, government agency, or other type of organization. We purchase used fleet cars that are often older, have high mileage, and show signs of use.

Flood-Damaged Cars
Selling a flood-damaged car for top-dollar means finding a very particular buyer or a cash-for-cars operation like ours that makes fair and honest offers on vehicles based on the current condition of part and components, regardless of the amount of water damange caused.

High-Mileage Cars
A high-mileage car is a term used to describe a vehicle that has traveled many miles and has higher mileage than an average vehicle. We purchase high-mileage cars with worn engines, transmission problems, wear and tear, problems requiring repairs, etc.

Impounded Cars
A car that is impounded is defined as a vehicle that is stationed in an impound lot because of legal issues, parking, registration, or ownership problems. We purchase released impounded cars that are running or not and even damaged.

Insurance Cars
If you’re looking to sell your totaled vehicle in Arizona, we understand its salvage value, usable parts, title status, and the required paperwork for both sellers and buyers making the entire process that much easier for you!

Junk Cars
A junk car is an auto that you can no longer operate due to extensive damage, unreliability, excessive repair costs, or because its potential scrap value including salvage or parts is worth more than the value you would get from reselling it as a normal used auto. A junk car can still be operational, but…

Mechanic-Special Cars
A mechanic-special car refers to a vehicle that needs the help of a mechanic to repair it before it is good to use. We purchase vehicles that have problems such as engine, transmission system, electrical, and many other mechanical faults.

Missing Parts Cars
A missing-parts vehicle is one that has unavailable components and is not able to run or function. We deal in cars that are missing engines, transmissions, catalytic converters, wheels, body panels, etc.

No Title Cars
In Arizona, you can sell your vehicle without the physical title to a buyer like Sell Us Your Car as long as your ownership can be properly verified, but if you need to get a replacement title, AZ MVD Now offers an instant online digital version for $4.

Parts Cars
A parts car is a vehicle that is used mostly to obtain components as opposed to actually being driven from place to place. We acquire cars that have reusable parts, including transmissions, engines, and body panels.

Rust-Damaged Cars
A car with rust is a vehicle that has corrosion on its frame, body, or parts of the engine. We purchase rust-affected cars with any type of surface rust, frame corrosion, rust holes, etc.

Salvaged Cars
Sell your damaged car by working with SUYC, an Arizona buyer who evaluates factors such as the extent of the damage, the vehicle’s operating condition, and makes fair market offers accordingly.

Used Cars
If you plan on selling your used vehicle in Arizona, you need to weigh the price, speed, and convenience of each of the following options: trade-in, private sale through consignment, or selling directly as a private party. You can expect to receive offers based on your vehicle’s year, make, model, mileage, condition, title status, accident…

Used Pickups
If you’re looking to sell your truck in Arizona quickly, choosing a buyer that values drivetrain, towing capability, bed condition, mileage, title status, and local demand can help make the sale more lucrative.

Vandalized Cars
Vehicle vandalism is damage caused to an automobile by a person. We have a facility to buy vehicles with damaged windows, scratched paint, cut tires, damaged interiors, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
For more info about buying and selling plus car ownership in Arizona, check out our blog.

How Do I Sell My Car Privately in Arizona?
Selling a car in Arizona privately allows the owner to control the selling price but implies the need for advertising, screening buyers, making sure the test drives are safe, payment verification, and following title-transfer procedures.…

What Costs Are Associated With Transmission Repair in Arizona?
In Arizona, the quoted cost for transmission repair is not representative of the total cost because the final price can contain many other fees, including labor, fluid, programming, tax, diagnostics, and parts for the transmission…

Does a New Engine Increase a Vehicle’s Value in Arizona?
A replacement engine can increase a vehicle’s value in Arizona by restoring it to usable condition, but the increase rarely equals the full cost of the repair. Resale value depends heavily on professional installation, warranty…

How Do Arizona Driving Conditions Cause Costly Transmission Repairs?
In Arizona, extreme temperatures combined with stop-and-go traffic as well as other factors such as a towing workload, mountainous terrain, and dusty conditions make it easy for transmission temperatures to rise and fluid and components…

Is Replacing a Car Engine Worth It in Arizona?
Replacing an engine in Arizona can be worthwhile when the vehicle is otherwise sound and the total repair cost is substantially lower than buying and maintaining a comparable replacement. The decision should account for the…

How Much Does a New Transmission Cost in Arizona?
A complete transmission replacement in Arizona typically costs about $4,000 to $8,000, while luxury, diesel, hybrid, performance, CVT, or all-wheel-drive vehicles may cost substantially more. The final price depends on the transmission type, parts source,…

How is Sell Us Your Car Able to Pay More?
We Buy Directly From Private Sellers
If you’re not speaking with a local auto wrecker, you might be dealing with a middleman. National car buyers often charge a convenience fee by offering you less for your vehicle.
We Sell Good-Working Used Parts
Our team removes usable parts from vehicles and either sells them in the used car parts market or makes them available to customers at our pick-a-part yard.
We’re Automotive Recyclers
There are only a few auto wreckers in town, and we’re one of the largest. We pay more for cars because we process and send recyclable materials straight to smelters for use in new cars and other products.
About SUYC
Sell Us Your Car has been purchasing and recycling vehicles in Phoenix, Mesa, Tucson, Prescott, and Casa Grande since 2016. We purchase used, wrecked, and junk cars directly from the public.
As a direct purchaser and recycler, we recycle in-house and send scrap metal directly to smelters. It enables us to cut out the middleman and give improved prices for end-of-life cars. Compare prices, shop around, but be sure to come back if we are providing you with the best offer.
We buy all used cars, including good-running vehicles. If you’d rather avoid the hassle of a private party sale or are tired of being offered too little by a dealer, we provide a hassle-free alternative to receive cash fast.
We provide phone and email estimates that take just a few minutes, arrange free towing at your convenience, and process all of the paperwork. Including any required title transfer forms from the Arizona Department of Transportation.
We purchase all types of vehicles, in any condition. This includes coupes, sedans, vans, SUVs, trucks, and luxury or specialty vehicles.
We also buy commercial vehicles, fleet units that have reached their end dates, plus city, utility, and emergency vehicles that are no longer operational.
If you need money in a hurry to pay bills, put a deposit down on a new car, or simply have to get rid of a vehicle you don’t want, call Sell Us Your Car. We make selling your car fast, easy, and pain-free.
Vehicles We Buy in Arizona
We buy every make and every model, perfectly running or not running at all. Click here to see more car makes we buy!

Audi
A3, A4, A4 allroad, A5, A6, A6 allroad, A7, A8, allroad quattro, e-tron, e-tron GT, Q3, Q4 e-tron, Q5, Q6 e-tron, Q7, Q8, TT

BMW
1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, 8 Series, i3, i4, i5, iX, X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, Z4

Buick
Cascada, Enclave, Encore, Encore GX, Envision, Envista, LaCrosse, Lucerne, Rainier, Regal, Rendezvous, Terraza, Verano

Cadillac
ATS, CT4, CT5, CT6, CTS, DTS, ELR, Escalade, Escalade EXT, LYRIQ, OPTIQ, SRX, STS, XLR, XT4, XT5, XT6, XTS

Chevrolet
Avalanche, Aveo, Camaro, Cobalt, Colorado, Corvette, Cruze, Equinox, Express, HHR, Impala, Malibu, Silverado, Sonic, Spark, Suburban, Tahoe, Trailblazer, Traverse, Trax

Ford
Bronco, Bronco Sport, Crown Victoria, E-Series, Edge, Escape, Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Fiesta, Flex, Focus, Fusion, Maverick, Mustang, Mustang Mach-E, Ranger, Taurus, Transit, Transit Connect

GMC
Acadia, Canyon, Envoy, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Savana, Sierra 1500, Sierra EV, Sierra HD, Terrain, Yukon, Yukon XL

Honda
Accord, Civic, Clarity, CR-V, CR-Z, Crosstour, Element, Fit, HR-V, Insight, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot, Prologue, Ridgeline, S2000

Hyundai
Accent, Azera, Elantra, Entourage, Equus, Genesis, Genesis Coupe, Ioniq, Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, Kona, Palisade, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Sonata, Tiburon, Tucson, Veloster, Venue, Veracruz

Jeep
Cherokee, Commander, Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Grand Wagoneer, Liberty, Patriot, Renegade, Wagoneer, Wrangler

Kia
Amanti, Borrego, Cadenza, EV6, EV9, Forte, K900, Niro, Optima, Rio, Rondo, Sedona, Seltos, Sorento, Soul, Spectra, Sportage, Stinger, Telluride

Lexus
CT, ES, GS, GX, HS, IS, LC, LS, LX, NX, RC, RX, RZ, SC, TX, UX

Mazda
B-Series, CX-3, CX-30, CX-5, CX-50, CX-7, CX-70, CX-9, CX-90, Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5, Mazda6, MPV, MX-5 Miata, RX-8, Tribute

Mercedes-Benz
A-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLK-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLK-Class, GLE, GLS, M-Class, Metris, S-Class, SL, SLK-Class, Sprinter

Nissan
350Z, 370Z, Altima, Armada, Frontier, Juke, Kicks, LEAF, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Quest, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Versa, Xterra

Ram
Ram 1500, Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 Chassis Cab, Ram 4500 Chassis Cab, Ram 5500 Chassis Cab, Ram C/V, Ram ProMaster, Ram ProMaster City

Subaru
Ascent, Baja, BRZ, Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, Solterra, Tribeca, WRX

Tesla
Cybertruck, Model 3, Model S, Model X, Model Y, Roadster

Toyota
4Runner, Avalon, bZ4X, C-HR, Camry, Corolla, Corolla Cross, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Matrix, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Sienna, Solara, Tacoma, Tundra, Venza, Yaris

Volkswagen
Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Beetle, CC, Eos, Golf, Golf GTI, ID.4, Jetta, Passat, Routan, Taos, Tiguan, Touareg
Arizona Locations Served
Select from the following to learn more about the nearby Arizona areas we buy cars from.

Buckeye
Verrado, Sundance, Tartesso, Sun City Festival, Blue Horizons, Sienna Hills, Festival Foothills, Vista de Montana, Sonoran Vista, Valencia

Chandler
Ocotillo, Fulton Ranch, Cooper Commons, Sun Groves, Andersen Springs, Warner Ranch, College Park, Pecos Ranch, Downtown Chandler, Valencia

Gilbert
Val Vista Lakes, Power Ranch, Lyons Gate, Morrison Ranch, Seville, Spectrum, Cooley Station, The Islands, Agritopia, Ashland Ranch

Glendale
Arrowhead Ranch, Bellair, Arrowhead Lakes, Marshall Ranch, Hillcrest Ranch, Sahuaro Ranch, Historic Downtown Glendale, Catlin Court, Old Towne, Parkside

Goodyear
Estrella Mountain Ranch, PebbleCreek, Palm Valley, Canyon Trails, Centerra, Cotton Flower, Las Brisas, Sedella, CantaMia, Sarival Village

Mesa
Dobson Ranch, Eastmark, Leisure World, Sunland Village, Alta Mesa, Las Sendas, Red Mountain Ranch, Superstition Springs, Augusta Ranch, Apache Wells

Peoria
The Village at Vistancia, Fletcher Heights, Westbrook Village, Dove Valley Ranch, Camino a Lago, Parkridge, WestWing Mountain, Sonoran Mountain Ranch, Terramar, Trilogy at Vistancia

Phoenix
Maryvale, South Phoenix, Ahwatukee Foothills, Midtown, Laveen, Estrella, Arcadia, Downtown Phoenix, Biltmore, Mountain Park Ranch

Scottsdale
McCormick Ranch, McDowell Mountain Ranch, DC Ranch, Grayhawk, Scottsdale Ranch, Troon North, Gainey Ranch, Desert Mountain, Terravita, Troon Village

Surprise
The Grand, Asante, Arizona Traditions, Happy Trails, Sun Village, Mountain Vista Ranch, Surprise Farms I, Sierra Verde, Northwest Ranch, Royal Ranch

Tempe
Riverside, Downtown Tempe, Warner Ranch, Holdeman, Maple-Ash, University Park, Brentwood-Cavalier, Hughes Acres, Broadmor, Mitchell Park

Tucson
Sunnyside, Rose, Midvale Park, Sam Hughes, Palo Verde, West University, Blenman-Elm, Broadmoor-Broadway Village, Jefferson Park, San Clemente

Yuma
Fortuna Foothills, Yuma East, Mesa Del Sol, Mesa Heights, Avenues, Barkley Ranch, Historic Downtown Yuma, Yuma Country Club Estates, Cibola Heights, La Mesa Linda

$2,070 paid for 2015 Hyundai Sonata
Yuma, AZ turned a $2,070 offer into a straightforward vehicle offload.
$1,495 paid for 2012 Cadillac CTS
A $1,495 CTS offer turned a rough front end into recoverable value.
$920 paid for 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
From Show Low, AZ, Denise K had the van removed without extra hassle.
$1,725 paid for 2013 Ford Taurus
Our Casa Grande, AZ team collected the Ford with streamlined paperwork.
$2,185 paid for 2017 Jeep Patriot

$2,415 paid for 2017 Jeep Patriot
We made the Patriot pickup feel easy for Marcus from start to finish.
$1,035 paid for 2014 Ford Focus
The 2014 Ford was handled with a quick inspection and smooth pickup.
$4,025 paid for 2015 Dodge Challenger
We secured $4,025 and handled the Challenger pickup with a no-fuss schedule.
Arizona Cash for Cars Buyers
We don’t think you should settle on the first offer you receive. So call the other guys who buy junk cars near Arizona and see if they’re willing to offer more!






















































































