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Get a Cash Offer for Your Car with Engine Problems - Fast, Simple, Nationwide

Name: Sell Your Damanged Car
Telephone: 0877030800

Turn your car with engine problems into cash fast. We buy non-running, faulty vehicles, handle free towing, admin, and pay you quickly - nationwide across South Africa.

Published:January 17, 2026

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Why Choose to Sell a Car with Engine Problems?

Repairing engine failures is typically costly and uncertain. Choosing to get a cash offer for your car with engine problems can save you time, effort, and ongoing maintenance risk. Our service provides a quick solution, including a competitive offer, free towing, and all paperwork handled-so you can move on, stress-free.

Selling a Car with Engine Problems in South Africa: What Are Your Options?

Engine issues-from knocking noises and warning lights to complete seizure-are among the most expensive repairs. Many South African owners find the cost of fixing the engine far outweighs the car's market value. Here's why selling often wins over repairing:

Scenario	Approx. Repair Cost (R)	Typical Value Gained	Retained Resale Value
Minor Repairs (gaskets, sensors)	5,000 - 15,000	Moderate (if car is newer)	Fair, but not full market value
Major Repairs (overhaul, replacement)	25,000 - 80,000+	Often low, as history remains	Reduced, "engine replaced" in history
Sell As-Is for Cash	0	Immediate	Actual cash in hand, no delay

SA Context: Many South Africans-whether in Johannesburg, Durban, or Cape Town-find local mechanics quote more for engine work than the car's resale is worth, especially on older or out-of-warranty models. Choosing a cash sale eliminates ongoing storage and legal admin while unlocking value quickly.

Types of Engine Problems We Buy

Non-starting engines or seized motors
Smoking, noises, or oil leaks
Major mechanic failures-timing chain, head gasket, overheating
Vehicles with "check engine" lights or unable to pass COF

Our service accepts cars in any mechanical state, including non-starters, breakdowns, and vehicles off the road for months-no lengthy diagnostics required.

How the Cash Offer Process Works

Getting a cash offer for a car with engine problems is straightforward at Sell Your Damaged Car:

Upload your car's details and photos using our secure online form
Receive a transparent, obligation-free offer based on fair market data
Accept the offer to schedule free nationwide collection
Complete de-registration and paperwork with our help
Get paid directly and securely-often on the same day as collection

Legal, Admin and Deregistration: What to Expect in South Africa

Selling a car with engine issues is simple, but it's crucial you use a reputable service. At Sell Your Damaged Car, we:

Assist with necessary paperwork and transfer forms for the South African National Road Traffic Act
Guide you through deregistration (scrapping code 3 or 4 where required)
Support owners with vehicles under finance (we settle outstanding balances directly with your bank, with your authorisation)

How Engine Problems Affect Your Cash Offer

Engine Damage Type	Offer Impact (Estimate)	Typical Buyer Comments
Non-running/Seized	High (decreases offer more)	Lower resale/salvage value
Runs but knocks/smokes	Moderate impact	Repairable for some, but noted in value
Isolated sensors/minor leaks	Minimal to moderate impact	Buyers may repair

Note: All offers are based on accurate descriptions and honest photos. Complete details help secure the most competitive cash offer.

Tips to Maximise Your Cash Offer

Provide clear, recent photos-including engine bay and interior
State all known issues truthfully
Include service history and paperwork, if available
Remove personal belongings before collection
Submit your form as soon as possible after breakdown to avoid value drop

If you're unsure about selling versus scrapping or repairing, visit our Sell Non-Running Car or Sell Damaged Cars pages for guidance.

After Collection: What Happens Next?

Once your car is collected anywhere in South Africa, payment is promptly transferred and verified in your account. We handle the possession transfer, de-registration with local licensing authorities, and safe removal of your vehicle-even if it's stranded at a workshop or roadside in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, or smaller towns.

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Last updated: January 17, 2026

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