Sell my car in Arizona.
Won’t start, wrecked, or missing the title? Get one firm written offer in minutes, free towing anywhere in Arizona, and your check in hand at pickup. We walk you through the ADOT Motor Vehicle Division paperwork first.
$0 towing across Arizona One firm written offer Paid by check at pickup
Skip the repair bill
Whatever shape your car is in, we buy it as-is.
You don’t need to fix it, clean it, or pay a mechanic just to get it out of your driveway.
Won’t start or dead engine
Blown engine, bad transmission, electrical failure, or sitting with flat tires for months.
Wrecked or totaled
Collision damage, deployed airbags, or a car waiting at a body shop.
Sun-baked or overheated
Cracked dash, faded paint, a cooked engine or a car that gave up after one summer too many.
Expired registration
A lapsed registration doesn’t stop a sale. The title is what matters. Tell us and we’ll take it from there.
Lost title or a loan
Missing title or a lender on it? See exactly what Arizona requires before you book.
Inherited or unwanted
A relative’s car or one that has sat in the yard for years. Tell us the situation and we’ll point you to the paperwork.
Arizona paperwork
Selling a car in Arizona, in order.
These are ADOT Motor Vehicle Division’s steps for selling a vehicle. We walk you through them before pickup.
- 01
Transfer the title
Sign the back of the title when the car is handed over, or transfer it electronically with eTitle Transfer on AZ MVD Now. Never sign a blank title or hand one over before you’re paid.
- 02
Record the odometer
For model year 2011 and newer, the mileage must be disclosed when ownership changes.
- 03
Take your plate off
Remove your license plate before the buyer takes the car. In Arizona the plate stays with you, not the vehicle.
- 04
Submit a Sold Notice
File a free Sold Notice on AZMVDNow.gov or by mail. It tells ADOT the car is no longer yours (see why it matters below).
- 05
Check for a registration refund
If you’re not moving the plate to another car, you may be able to get a credit or refund for unused registration.
- 06
Clear out the car
Remove your registration, insurance cards and anything else with your name or address on it.
No title?
No title? Arizona’s 12-year rule.
Arizona has a narrow exception, in state law ARS 28-2098. A registered scrap metal dealer or licensed automotive recycler may buy a vehicle without a title only if all of these are true: the vehicle is at least 12 model years old, it’s worth $1,200 or less, and there’s no lien on it. The owner signs a statement, the buyer must pay by check, not cash, and the vehicle can never be titled again.
Many websites say “no title, no problem” or quote the wrong statute. The real rule depends on the buyer’s license and on your car meeting every condition, so don’t count on it.
For most sellers, a duplicate title is the simple route. ADOT lists the fee as $4 on AZ MVD Now. If there’s a loan on the car, clear the lien first.
After the sale
File your Sold Notice — here’s why.
Until ADOT knows you sold the car, you can still be on record as its owner. If a buyer later leaves the car somewhere, ADOT notes that an abandoned vehicle carries a $500 fee or higher, and the record points back to you.
The Sold Notice is free and takes a few minutes on AZMVDNow.gov, or you can mail it. Do it the day the car leaves, and keep a copy of your bill of sale with the date and the amount you were paid.
Title questions, answered
Your situation, what you need.
Arizona cares about ownership paperwork, not whether your car runs. Find your situation:
| Your situation | What it means in Arizona |
|---|---|
| I have the title in my name | You’re set. Sign the back or use eTitle Transfer, take your plate off, and submit your Sold Notice. |
| I lost my title | Get a duplicate title on AZ MVD Now. ADOT lists the fee as $4. |
| No title, car 12+ model years old, worth $1,200 or less, no lien | A registered scrap metal dealer or licensed automotive recycler may buy it with your signed statement under ARS 28-2098, paying by check. The car can never be titled again. |
| There’s a loan or lien on it | Pay off the loan and get the lien released first. The no-title exception doesn’t apply to a car with a lien. |
| My registration has expired | That doesn’t stop a sale. The title is what transfers ownership. |
| The car is a newer model (2011 or later) | Record the odometer reading when you transfer ownership. |
Source: Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division (azdot.gov), selling a vehicle, Sold Notice and title FAQs; Arizona Revised Statutes 28-2098 (azleg.gov). Rules and fees can change, so confirm with ADOT MVD before you file.
Know before you sell
How to tell a real offer from a bait-and-switch.
The biggest worry sellers have is a high quote that shrinks when the tow truck arrives. These are the common tricks and what JunkStar does instead.
| What to watch for | How JunkStar works |
|---|---|
| A high quote that drops at pickup | You get one firm written offer upfront. It stays firm at pickup as long as your description of the car is accurate. |
| Surprise towing, processing or “environmental” fees | Towing is $0 in Arizona. The amount on your accepted offer is the amount you are paid. |
| Paid later, mailed, or after the car is gone | Payment is handed to you at pickup, in exchange for your signed title and keys. |
| “No title? No problem” promises | Arizona’s no-title exception has strict conditions and only applies to licensed buyers. If it doesn’t fit your car, get a duplicate title instead. |
| A buyer who won’t say who they are | Ask any buyer for their business name, and get the payout in writing. |
Comparing buyers? Ask each one: What exact amount do I receive at pickup? Is towing free, with no deductions? Will you put the quote in writing? How do you pay? What paperwork do you need from me?
What is it worth?
What affects your offer.
Your firm offer comes from your VIN and condition answers. For a rough idea first, here is the scrap-weight floor: vehicle weight times a scrap rate of $160–$180 per ton, the Arizona range used in published 2026 estimates. A car with sellable parts, or a truck, can be worth more than its weight.
| Vehicle type | Typical weight | Scrap-weight estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Compact car | 2,500–3,300 lb | $200–$297 |
| Mid-size sedan | 3,200–3,800 lb | $256–$342 |
| Full-size sedan | 3,800–4,500 lb | $304–$405 |
| Crossover or small SUV | 3,300–4,000 lb | $264–$360 |
| Large SUV | 5,000–6,000 lb | $400–$540 |
| Pickup truck | 4,800–7,000 lb | $384–$630 |
Estimates only, not a quote, and not specific to any city. Published Arizona figures vary widely by source and buyer, so ask for a written quote. What also moves your offer: whether the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still on the car, whether it runs, the make and model, and your title or lien status. Leave the battery, wheels and catalytic converter attached so your offer stays locked.
Statewide coverage
Free towing across Arizona.
Whether your car is in a Phoenix driveway, a Tucson carport or out past Flagstaff, towing is always free.
- Phoenix
- Tucson
- Mesa
- Chandler
- Glendale
- Scottsdale
- Gilbert
- Tempe
- Peoria
- Surprise
- Yuma
- Flagstaff
- Goodyear
- Avondale
- Apache Junction
- Casa Grande
- Prescott
- Lake Havasu City
Don’t see your town? Enter any Arizona ZIP code above to confirm pickup at your address.
Common questions