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Sell Your Engine-Damaged Car with Free Towing Included - Simple, Fast & Nationwide

Name: Sell Your Damanged Car
Telephone: 0877030800

Engine trouble? Sell your engine-damaged car for cash. Free towing, paperwork, and payment included. Easy, trusted and nationwide across South Africa.

Published:January 18, 2026

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Need to Sell an Engine-Damaged Car? Here's How to Do It the Hassle-Free Way

If your car has suffered serious engine damage-whether from a breakdown, failed repair, or accident-you may be wondering what to do next. Repairs are often expensive and uncertain, while selling privately can be stressful and slow. Fortunately, Sell Your Damaged Car provides a transparent alternative: we buy engine-damaged vehicles for cash, arrange free nationwide towing, and complete all admin to save you time and effort no matter where you are in South Africa.

Why Consider Selling Instead of Repairing?

In most cases, major engine faults are among the priciest problems to fix. The cost of a new or rebuilt engine, plus labour, can quickly exceed the current value of your car. See the table below for an illustrative comparison of typical repair costs versus potential retained value after repair:

Vehicle Age	Engine Repair Cost (Estimate)	Resale Value After Repair	Value Retained (%)
3-5 years	R40,000 - R70,000	R90,000 - R120,000	50 - 65%
6-10 years	R35,000 - R55,000	R50,000 - R80,000	40 - 55%
10+ years	R25,000 - R40,000	R30,000 - R60,000	30 - 50%

Consideration: Repair costs are estimates based on South African workshop rates for engine replacement or full rebuilds. Actual amounts can vary; compare potential resale value with the total investment needed before committing.

Types of Engine Damage We Buy

Blown gaskets and cracked engine blocks
Overheating or severe oil leaks
Major timing chain or belt failure
Piston, crank, or cylinder damage
Seized, non-running, or completely dead engines

Even if your car won't start or move, our team arranges free professional towing from your location in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and anywhere nationwide.

How Our Engine-Damaged Car Sale Process Works

Fill in a short online form with your car's details, state what engine damage occurred, and upload clear images.
Receive a competitive, obligation-free cash offer-based on market value and extent of damage.
Accept the quote, confirm your address, and we handle the rest-collection, towing, paperwork, and near-instant payment.

All our offers include free local or long-distance towing, with no hidden deductions for recovery or admin.

Legal & Paperwork for Selling Engine-Damaged Cars in South Africa

When selling a non-running or engine-damaged car, there are specific legal and admin steps involved in South Africa:

Completion and signing of a sales agreement
Deregistration and notification of change of ownership with the licensing authority
Settling outstanding finance (if the vehicle is still under loan)
Providing FICA documentation (ID and proof of residence)

Sell Your Damaged Car manages all deregistration and paperwork, minimising your admin. Payment is only processed after all legal requirements and full collection are confirmed.

Maximising Your Cash Offer: Expert Tips

Be transparent about the extent of engine issues-honest details mean a faster, more accurate valuation.
Upload recent, well-lit images of the car (full exterior, interior, engine bay, any visible damage).
Ensure all supporting documents are ready: registration papers, service book, recent proof of address.
Let us know if the vehicle is already deregistered or under finance (the process differs, but we can help in both cases).

Engine Damage Type	Typical Impact on Offer	Notes
Minor Oil Leak	Low	Often repairable; lower deduction
Blown Head Gasket	Medium-High	Significant engine rebuild may be needed
Seized Engine	High	Complete engine replacement usually required
Non-Starter/Unknown Fault	Depends on diagnosis	Detailed info leads to stronger offers

What Happens After Collection?

Once we collect your engine-damaged car (no matter the location in SA), our team verifies the condition matches your description, completes the legal transfer, and processes your payment without delay. Most clients receive funds in their bank on the same day as collection, depending on the bank's processing times.

After sale, your vehicle may be sold as salvage, dismantled for parts, or enter the secondary market under regulated processes. Our team can advise if you have compliance questions or technical queries relating to South African salvage market rules.

Sources

Sell Your Damaged Car — Damaged Car Specialist

Seasoned automotive specialists dedicated to helping you turn your damaged or non-running vehicle into cash fast and hassle-free.

Last updated: January 18, 2026

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