Sell Your Non-Running Car in South Africa - Fast Cash & Free Towing

Why sell a non-running car instead of repairing it?

If your car no longer starts, has severe mechanical failures or is written off after an accident, repairs can be costly and time-consuming. Selling a non-running car converts an idle asset into immediate cash, removes ongoing storage or repair bills, and avoids the logistics of arranging transport to a workshop. Sell Your Damaged Car buys non-running vehicles in any condition across South Africa and offers free towing and paperwork assistance to make the process simple.

Who this helps

• Private owners in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and surrounding areas.
• Small business fleets with non-operational vehicles.
• Owners of accident-written-off, flood-impacted or mechanically failed cars who want a quick sale.

What we include when you sell a non-running car

Our nationwide service covers collection from metros and smaller towns, handling of transfer and deregistration paperwork, free towing and fast payment after collection. Submitting vehicle details and photos online starts the process - our team responds with a transparent cash offer based on condition, make, model and market demand.

How the quick online valuation works

You upload basic vehicle data and photographs, including visible faults and odometer reading. Our valuation factors in current salvage market demand, estimated parts value and transport costs. This produces a fair, obligation-free cash offer that reflects the real market for non-running cars in South Africa.

Common situations where selling makes sense

• Structural or engine damage where repair exceeds the vehicle’s market value.
• Older vehicles with expensive component failure and limited resale demand.
• Written-off insurance vehicles or flood-damaged cars where paperwork and repairs are complex.

Learn more about what we buy and the straightforward steps on our Sell Non-Running Car page and see how our overall process works on the About / How it works page.

Typical considerations for South African sellers

Transport costs can erode offers for remote collections, which is why free nationwide towing is a major benefit when selling a non-running car. If your vehicle is under finance, inform the buyer - we can coordinate settlement figures and paperwork with the finance house. All offers take local market demand and parts resale potential in South Africa into account.

Step-by-step: Sell your non-running car

1) Upload vehicle details and photos using our online form (takes minutes). 2) Receive an obligation-free cash offer based on condition and market factors. 3) Accept the offer and schedule a free pickup. 4) We complete transfer/deregistration paperwork and release fast payment after collection. For a quick start, use the homepage to upload details: Upload vehicle details.

Paperwork, finance and legal notes in South Africa

We assist with transfer of ownership and deregistration where required. If the vehicle is still financed, settlement must be coordinated with the lender - we can work with you and the finance house to ensure a clean transfer. Always verify bank details and request written confirmation of payment before handing over keys or documents.

What affects offers for non-running cars

Examples and practical considerations

Example: a non-running mid-range sedan in Johannesburg may attract a competitive cash offer reflecting parts demand and easy collection logistics, while the same car in a remote area may see slightly lower offers due to added tow distance. All currency references are in R and offers are calculated case-by-case; figures vary with market conditions.

After collection: payment and final steps

After we collect your vehicle, we verify paperwork and release fast payment to your nominated bank account. We then handle deregistration and provide confirmation of transfer. If you need to confirm collection details, use the same homepage link to manage your booking: Confirm collection.

Ready to get a quote?

To get a cash offer for your non-running car, upload clear photos and accurate details - we aim to respond quickly with a transparent, obligation-free offer. Start the process and Get your free quote today.

Sources

• National Department of Transport - Official site
• The Automobile Association of South Africa - Motoring advice
• South African Revenue Service - Official guidance