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$400
Average payout (nationwide, all-time)
$1,090
Top 10% payout
42,000+
Cars purchased to date

Cash for junk cars in Fort Worth. We pick up across the western Metroplex — Cultural District to Mansfield.

Fort Worth wears differently than its Dallas neighbor — more pickups per capita, more older trucks from longtime working-class neighborhoods, more hail every spring, and a smaller proportion of new-car turnover. We buy across the entire western Metroplex with free pickup, instant offers in 90 seconds.

Fort Worth coverage

We come to you18+ Fort Worth neighborhoods, free tow.

We pick up across Fort Worth and the surrounding metro — Arlington, Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Burleson. Most pickups same-day or next-day.

Downtown
Sundance Square
Cultural District
West 7th
Near Southside
Magnolia
TCU-area
Bluebonnet Hills
Arlington Heights
Westover Hills
Ridglea
Como
North Side
Stockyards-area
Northeast
South Hills
Southside
East Side
Plus surrounding metro
Arlington·Grand Prairie·Mansfield·Burleson·Crowley·Saginaw·Haltom City·North Richland Hills·Keller·Roanoke·Aledo
How it works

Sell your junk car in Fort Worth in 3 steps

Same process whether you're selling a Civic in Hyde Park or a flooded F-150 — fast, free pickup, paid at the gate.

01
Tell us about your car

Year, make, model, ZIP. Takes about 90 seconds on your phone.

02
Get your instant offer

A firm number, not a guess. What you see in the offer is what we pay at pickup.

03
Free pickup in Fort Worth

Pick a time. Our partner tows for free. Cash or check at pickup.

Fort Worth pricing

Recent Fort Worth-area payouts

Representative offers across Tarrant County, calibrated to our ledger medians by make and condition. Trucks and SUVs pay above national medians; hail-titled vehicles take the salvage discount; sedans run on par.

VehiclePaid
2008 Ford F-150$1,580
2007 Chevy Silverado$1,180
2010 Toyota Tundra$1,840
2009 Honda Civic$540
2012 Ram 1500$1,420
2014 Toyota Camry$1,640
2006 Nissan Altima$245
2011 Ford Expedition$985
Local wear & tear

Why Fort Worth cars age out fast

We've bought thousands of cars across Fort Worth — here's the local pattern we see year after year.

Hail damage

DFW's the worst hail belt in the country. Fort Worth catches hail events most years and a major (golf-ball or larger) one about every 18 months. Insurance routinely totals 10-12 year-old cars after a single storm.

Working-fleet mileage

FW's working-class fleet regularly hits 200k+ miles before the next major repair. Trucks especially — F-150s, Silverados, Rams from longtime residents commonly arrive at 220-250k. Drivetrains often still run; cat still intact.

Heat and AC failures

100°F summers stress AC compressors, batteries, and rubber seals. AC repair quotes that exceed $2,000 are common death-knells for older cars.

Truck-specific wear

Towing-related transmission failures, suspension wear from load capacity, brake wear from larger curb weight. Plenty of FW pickups arrive with engine fine but transmission gone.

Catalytic converter theft

FW saw a notable cat-theft wave 2021-2023, especially on Toyota trucks. Cars at pickup with cut cats: still buyable, with the offer reflecting the missing converter.

Tornado debris damage

Severe storms with tornadic activity bring tree-fall and debris damage. Insurance often totals older cars after a single event.

Truck country, hail belt, working fleet

Fort Worth is one of the most truck-heavy major metros in the country — the working-class fleet here skews toward full-size pickups across Tarrant County. F-150s, Silverados, Rams, Tundras dominate. About 40% of our FW pickups are trucks or large SUVs versus a national average closer to 25%, and the older end of that mix (12-18 year-old trucks with 200k+ miles) is well represented.

Hail is the other dominant factor. DFW sits in the worst hail belt in the country; Fort Worth catches hail events most years and a major one (golf-ball or larger) about every 18 months. After every major hail event our pickup queue spikes — both insurance-totaled vehicles and uninsured hail damage where the repair quote exceeds market value.

What we pay across Fort Worth and Tarrant County

Fort Worth payouts on trucks and SUVs run above national medians because of body weight, cat content, and strong regional parts demand. F-150s and Silverados in working condition routinely clear $1,500-$2,500. Sedans run on par with national medians. Hail-titled vehicles take a 15-25% salvage discount but still pay real money.

We don't penalize Fort Worth cars for high mileage. The working-class fleet here regularly hits 200k+ before the next major repair, but a 200k-mile pickup with a working engine and intact cat still pays well. The drivetrain is usually still functional; the cat hasn't aged.

Common situations

Common Fort Worth sell-your-car situations

The scenarios we run into most often across Fort Worth. If your situation isn't here, it's almost certainly something we've seen — submit an offer and tell us what's going on.

Scenario
Hail-totaled after a spring storm

Routine FW pickup. If insurance gave you the ACV and let you keep the salvage, we buy. Body panels still recycle, cat is intact, drivetrain often still runs.

Scenario
Truck with a blown transmission

Very common in FW. Engine and frame usually fine; transmission gone. We buy at non-runner pricing for the powertrain, full value for body, cat, and bed components.

Scenario
200k-mile working truck

FW's bread and butter. We don't penalize for high mileage if the engine still runs. The cat alone is often worth meaningful money on a 12-year-old Tundra or F-150.

Scenario
Cat stolen from your driveway

Common on Tundras, Tacomas, F-150s parked overnight. We still buy. Offer drops $400-$700, but the rest of the truck still pays.

Scenario
Tornado-damaged car after a severe storm

Storm-debris damage that totals an older vehicle is buyable. Insurance settlement helps speed title transfer; bring whatever you have.

Fort Worth rules

Title and paperwork in Texas

Most states require the title signed at sale. If you've lost yours, your DMV will issue a replacement (typically $5-$50, 1-2 weeks). For non-running vehicles, the buyer often needs to coordinate the title transfer separately from pickup. Tell us your situation up front and we'll walk you through it.

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Fort Worth FAQ

Common questions, Fort Worth edition

The short answers. Tap any to see the rest.

Do you buy junk cars that don't run in Fort Worth?
Yes — most of the cars we buy in Fort Worthdon’t run. Engine seized, transmission gone, electrical issues, no battery — none of it’s a problem. We tow free either way. More on selling a non-running car →
Is pickup really free in Fort Worth?
Yes. Free pickup across Fort Worth and surrounding areas including Arlington, Grand Prairie, Mansfield. Same-day or next-day in most ZIP codes. The number you see in the offer is what you get paid — no hidden tow fee.
How do I get paid?
Cash or check at pickup, your choice. Most sellers prefer the check — easier to deposit, paper trail. Either way, you get paid before the car leaves.
How do you decide what my car is worth?
Year, make, model, condition, and what comparable vehicles in your region have sold for over the last few months. We pull from 42,000+ historical purchases plus current scrap-metal prices. The offer you see is the number we’ll pay at pickup — no bait-and-switch. More on what your junk car is worth →
Are you open on Sundays in Fort Worth?
You can get an offer online any time, including Sundays. Phone support runs seven days a week, with same-day pickup options when our partner’s available.
How much can I get for an old truck in Fort Worth?
Most full-size pickups in FW land $1,200-$2,500 depending on year, mileage, and drivetrain status. Working F-150s, Silverados, Tundras run higher; trucks with cut cats or seized engines lower. We don't penalize for high mileage.
Do you buy hail-damaged cars?
Yes — hail damage is one of the most common reasons FW cars enter our queue. Bring whatever paperwork you have (insurance settlement, salvage title).
Will you buy a 220,000-mile working truck?
Yes. High mileage isn't a deal-breaker if the engine still runs. The cat alone is often worth meaningful money. Most FW high-mileage trucks pay $900-$1,800.
Do you handle the TX title transfer through Tarrant County?
Yes. We complete the County Tax Office paperwork on our end. You sign at pickup; we file. For lost titles, we can wait for the TX duplicate or proceed via Vehicle Transit Permit.
How fast is pickup in Fort Worth?
Most Tarrant County ZIPs get same-day or next-day pickup. Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Burleson: typically 24 hours. Far west (Aledo, Weatherford-adjacent) usually 24-48 hours.
Do you cover Arlington and the eastern Metroplex?
Yes — Arlington, Grand Prairie, and the Mid-Cities are in our pickup radius. Same pickup speed and pricing as central Fort Worth.
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