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Tell Us What Is Wrong
Call with the make, model, year and location. Explain what you know about the fault, whether it rolls, and which parts and keys are available.
SELL YOUR BROKEN CAR · CHICAGO & NORTHWEST INDIANA
Car Won’t Start?
Repairs Too Much?
Get a Cash Offer.
We buy broken and non-running vehicles.
Offers from $500 – $5,000.
Free towing with your purchase.
Based on make, model & year. Tell us the condition when you call.
CASH FOR JUNK CARS ILLINOIS
You Can Ask for an Offer
Before Paying for Repairs.
If you’re looking to sell your broken car near Chicago, you do not need to make it run before calling us. Cash for Junk Cars Illinois buys non-running cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. Tell us whether it has an engine problem, transmission trouble, electrical issues or simply stopped working.
You do not need to diagnose the exact fault to request a quote. Describe what you know: when it last ran, what happens when you try to start it, and whether parts have already been removed. A car parked for months may also have flat tires or blocked access, so include those details.
We serve Chicago, the surrounding suburbs and Northwest Indiana, with service extending up to 60 miles. Our cash for junk cars service includes free towing with your purchase and payment at pickup. Call with your location so the team can confirm the vehicle and collection details.
Broken-Car Details That Help Us Plan
Engine or starting problems
Tell us if the engine will not turn over, cranks without starting, overheats or stopped while driving. Share an existing diagnosis if you have one; do not guess if you do not.
Transmission or movement issues
Let us know if the vehicle starts but does not move, cannot shift into neutral, or has a locked wheel. Whether it can roll and steer matters when arranging the tow.
Missing parts or unfinished work
Mention removed wheels, a missing battery, engine components or other parts that are no longer on the vehicle. Describe the car as it sits now so the quote is based on the right information.
Location and keys
Give us the city, parking location and available access. Tell us whether you have keys and whether another vehicle, a low garage or a locked gate blocks the pickup.
We Handle The Tow.
YOUR VEHICLE. A CLEAR PLAN.
Compare Your Options.
Then Make the Call.
A broken car can leave you choosing between paying for repairs and selling it as it is. If you already have a repair estimate, you can compare that cost with a cash offer before deciding. We can discuss buying the vehicle in its current condition; you do not need to pay for repairs just to ask what we can offer.
Our advertised offers range from $500 to $5,000 based on make, model and year. Tell the team about the mechanical problem, missing parts and ownership documents. Confirm the offer and collection details before scheduling. A price for one vehicle should not be assumed to apply to a different make, model or year.
Pickup within 1 hour is available with timing confirmed for your location, the schedule and access to the car. Towing is included with your vehicle purchase, so the car does not need to be driven to us. If accident damage is the main issue, see our crashed-car buying page. If documents are missing, use our missing-title information and discuss eligibility before pickup.
START WITH A QUICK CALL
No Repair Appointment.
Start With Your Cash Quote.
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Review the Offer
Discuss the quote, documents and pickup access. You can ask questions about the offer before deciding whether to arrange the purchase.
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Prepare for Free Towing
Confirm the pickup, remove your personal belongings, and have the requested paperwork ready. We handle the tow and pay at pickup.
WE COME TO YOUR VEHICLE
Chicago & Beyond.
We're In Your Area.
We buy junk cars across Chicago, the surrounding suburbs and Northwest Indiana, with service extending up to 60 miles. Call with your vehicle's location to confirm pickup availability.
Call Us — (708) 722-205160MILE SERVICE AREA
CHICAGO & NORTHWEST INDIANA
CHICAGO & NORTHWEST INDIANA
- Chicago
- Aurora
- Naperville
- Joliet
- Elgin
- Waukegan
- Cicero
- Schaumburg
- Evanston
- Arlington Heights
- Hammond, IN
- Bolingbrook
- Gary, IN
- Skokie
- Palatine
- Des Plaines
- Orland Park
- Oak Lawn
- Mount Prospect
- Tinley Park
QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Know What to Expect.
Will you buy my car if it will not start?
Yes. We buy non-running vehicles. Call with the make, model, year and condition, and tell us whether it rolls, steers and can be accessed by a tow truck.
Can I sell a car with engine or transmission problems?
Yes. Explain the symptoms or any diagnosis you already have. Tell us if parts were removed during repairs so our team can review the vehicle as it is now.
Do I need a mechanic’s diagnosis before calling?
No. Tell us what you know about the vehicle. It is fine to say that you do not know the cause; describe when it stopped running and whether you have noticed any other problems.
What if the battery is dead or I do not have the keys?
Mention that when you call. Our team needs to understand whether the car can roll and steer and how it can be accessed before confirming collection.
Is towing free for a non-running car?
Yes, towing is included with your vehicle purchase. Confirm the offer, required paperwork and pickup arrangements before scheduling.
What should I do before pickup?
Remove personal belongings, have the confirmed ownership documents ready, and keep access clear where possible. Tell our team in advance about flat tires, locked wheels, blocked access or a missing title.
Find Out What Your Broken Car Is Worth.
Call with the make, model and year. Get an offer without repairing it first.