The Most Cash For Cars in Washington
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Start selling your vehicle in Washington by entering some basic details and we'll give you an instant and guaranteed offer.
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Schedule a pickup time with your local carrier. We can't guarantee same day pickup, but most cars are picked up within 1 to 3 business days.
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Your local car buyer or carrier will pay you by cash or check on the spot and tow the vehicle away free of charge! 🎉 Hooray!
We buy junk cars, vans, SUVs, and trucks and pay cash in Washington!
Washington state is beautiful, pristine, and majestic. So why ruin that by driving around with or keeping an ugly old car in your driveway? If your neighbors, wife, and dog have all been begging you to sell your car, it’s time to call The Clunker Junker. We pay cash for cars in Washington state and pick them up free, usually within a few business days. Once we buy your car, the family will be happy, and you’ll have some extra cash to take them on a fun road trip through the Cascade mountains in your new ride.
Washington is well known for producing some of the greatest musicians to ever grace the charts. Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, and Pearl Jam all hail from The Evergreen State. When you are looking to sell a car in Washington, The Clunker Junker’s cash for cars service will have you singing a sweet tune. Rather than deal with the crazies on Craigslist or get scammed by a Washington junkyard, we will pay top dollar for your junk car and provide you with the best customer service our industry can offer.
From Seattle to Spokane, we buy more cars in Washington than any other car buyer. We know that Washingtonians are progressive and environmentally conscious. After all, it’s important to protect such natural wonders as Mount Rainier. That’s why we make sure all our Washington based car buyers follow environmental regulations and properly dispose of and recycle any cars that are dismantled.
We buy cars in Washington state and provide fast, easy service.
Once your car is safely on its way to the junkyards, you’ll be glad you sold us your car for cash. Here at Clunker Junkers, we’re the experts at getting people the cash they want for the cars that they don’t want. Give us a call today, and we’ll get your clunker moving to the pile.
Washington Cash For Cars By The Numbers
We buy cars. A lot of cars.
Eric's Expert Take
Eric is our founder and CEO and has nearly 15 years of experience buying and selling used and junk cars in the state of Washington. He is also a data nerd with a finger on the pulse of the cash for cars industry and salvage vehicle values.
I’m Eric with The Clunker Junker, and I’ve been reviewing what we’ve been paying for cars in Washington over the last month. Right now, our average offer across all vehicles is about $472. Compact cars tend to come in a bit lower, averaging around $408 for vehicles like a Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, or Ford Focus. On the higher end, pickup trucks are bringing the strongest offers at roughly $675 on average for models like the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, or Toyota Tacoma. SUVs and crossovers land in the middle at about $572, including popular rides like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR‑V, and Ford Escape.
In the last 30 days, The Clunker Junker has bought about 15,788 vehicles nationwide and paid out over $7 million in cash to our customers. In Washington, the Honda Accord has been our most common purchase. The Accord is a midsize sedan, and older ones often come to us with failing transmissions, worn-out suspensions, oil leaks, or electrical problems like bad window regulators and failing infotainment systems. When you start stacking repair bills—say a $3,000 transmission, $1,000+ in suspension work, and a few hundred here and there for leaks or electronics—it can easily add up to more than the car is even worth. In those cases, selling the Accord to a cash-for-cars buyer like us usually makes more financial sense than trying to keep it on the road.
From a pricing standpoint, the Washington market has been very steady. Over the past month, values have barely moved, with essentially a 0.0% monthly change, and we’re sitting at almost the same price levels we saw a year ago. That kind of stability is good news if you’re thinking about selling: you’re not racing against a sudden price drop, and you can lock in a fair offer right now. Based on what I’m seeing, I expect this calm, steady market to stick around for a bit longer, and I’ll continue tracking the data so I can share any shifts in trends as they happen.
How to sign your Washington car title
We have put together a simple guide and example for how to sign your Washington title when you are selling your vehicle. If there are multiple owners listed on the title, they must all sign the title unless the names are separated with "OR".
- All signing and printing takes place on the front of a Washington state title and requires three signatures and one printed name. Make sure you don't print or sign anything on the back of the title.
- First sign the front of your title where it says "Signature of first legal owner releases all interest in the vehicle described above".
- Next, sign the front of your title where it says "Signature of registered owner releases all interest in the vehicle described above".
- Then sign the front of the title in the section labeled "Assignment by registered owner" on the line that says "Signature of transferor/seller"
Always sign in pen on the seller line and never sign in the dealer section. - Finally, print your name on the front of the title where it says "PRINTED name of transferor/seller".
Always include any and all middle names or initials that are used in the owner section.
How to get a duplicate Washington title
The process for getting a duplicate or replacement Washington title is fairly simple. If the vehicle was last titled in a state other than Washington you must apply for a duplicate title in the previous state. The registered owner should do the following:
- Fill out the Washington Affidavit of Loss form.
- Bring your duplicate title application to your local vehicle licensing office or mail your application to your local vehicle licensing office or quick title office.
- Please note that there is an eight to ten-week waiting period before a duplicate title can be issued, and the cost is $19.00. "Quick Title" service is $69.00, and you will receive your new title in the same day.
How to get rid of an abandoned vehicle in Washington
Getting rid of an abandoned vehicle in Washington can be a difficult process. Unfortunately, you cannot just sell any junk car that ends up on your property if you do not own it. You'll need to follow the Washington abandoned vehicle removal procedures. We have given a general overview of what that entails below.
You can read more about selling an abandoned vehicle in Washington
- To have an abandoned vehicle removed from your private property, you must first contact your local law enforcement office.
An officer may authorize the vehicle as abandoned and provide a Junk Vehicle Affidavit which may be used in lieu of title to have the vehicle removed from your property. - To apply for the title to the vehicle, you must first have the vehicle removed by a tow service and wait for the vehicle to complete an Abandoned Vehicle Report (AVR), after which, the vehicle may be available through public auction or sale.
Frequently asked questions
Can you buy cars in Washington State without title?
Under some circumstances, yes. However, we cannot purchase every vehicle without a title. There are certain restrictions based on age and location. At minimum, you would need to produce a photo ID with a matching registration to prove that you legally own the vehicle. Sometimes buyers also require an affidavit in lieu of title as well.
What if my title doesn’t look like the one pictured?
Washington often changes their title documents from year to year. If you have questions about your specific title, please contact your Washington DOL.
Do I need to turn in my license plates?
Yes, unless you are transferring the plates to a new vehicle. You can return the plates to your local DOL office.
What should I do about my auto insurance?
You will need to notify your auto insurance company that you have sold the vehicle, so they can either cancel your policy if the vehicle was sold, or transfer/renew the policy on your new vehicle.
Is there anything else I need to do?
You may need to notify your local DOL that you have sold the vehicle. You can contact them with any additional questions or concerns about the transfer of your title.
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