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Welcome to Reap My Ride

A Trusted Junk Car Removal Service in Memphis

When an older vehicle starts to cost you more for repairs than its value, it’s time to start thinking about moving on. The Memphis heat will attack that aging vehicle more and make repairs worse. It doesn’t make financial sense and we provide a way out for you. We offer free towing and on the spot payment for your junk car. We coordinate pickups and handle the ownership transfer properly.

How It Works

Most people assume getting cash for junk cars is hard. It's not. You can go from getting a quote to getting paid for your old, damaged, or unwanted car within 24 hours. Here's how our easy process works.

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Share Your Car's Details
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Sell your junk car right from your phone without leaving your house.

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Updated June 2026

Scrap Values of Junk Cars in Memphis, TN

Junk car prices in Memphis, Tennessee typically range from $215 for small cars to $470+ for large trucks and SUVs, based on the current local scrap rate of $170/ton. Prices vary by vehicle weight, condition, and whether the car is running.

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Memphis Scrap Rate
$170/ton ↑ 2.2%
Avg Payout
$520
Cars (30d)
109
Updated
February 2026
Vehicle Type Avg Weight (lbs) Weight (tons) Est. Scrap Value ($170/ton)
Compact Car 2,500–3,000 1.25–1.5 $215–$255
Midsize Sedan 3,200–3,600 1.6–1.8 $270–$305
Full-Size Sedan 3,800–4,200 1.9–2.1 $325–$355
Compact SUV 3,400–3,800 1.7–1.9 $290–$325
Full-Size SUV 5,500–6,000 2.75–3 $470–$510
Pickup Truck 4,500–5,500 2.25–2.75 $385–$470
Minivan 4,300–4,800 2.15–2.4 $365–$410

Scrap metal value only. Most complete vehicles sell for more due to working parts and catalytic converters. Get your exact offer in 60 seconds →

Get More Cash for Your Junk Car with Reap My Ride

When we buy junk cars in Memphis, we factor in more than just scrap weight. Working engines, transmissions, and catalytic converters all push our offers above what a scrap yard pays. Reap My Ride often pays $500 cash for junk cars with Tennessee titles, and up to $1,500 cash for cars that still drive or are repairable. Here's what to expect based on your vehicle's condition.

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Scrap / Shell
"It's a total eyesore."
End-of-life or missing-part vehicles valued for scrap weight alone.
Compact / Sedan$200–$500+
SUV / Van / Truck$375–$725+
C
Non-Runner
"It's all there, but it's dead."
Has engine, transmission, and catalytic converter but doesn't run.
Compact / Sedan$300–$500+
SUV / Van / Truck$500–$825+
B
Mechanic's Special
"Starts up, but I wouldn't drive it far."
Runs but has major issues — blown gasket, transmission slip, or heavy body damage.
Compact / Sedan$500–$1,000+
SUV / Van / Truck$800–$1,500+
A
Road-Ready
"Old reliable, just time for an upgrade."
Drives, has a clean title, and no major mechanical failures.
Compact / Sedan$1,000–$3,500+
SUV / Van / Truck$1,500–$5,000+
Learn more about how we price vehicles: Current Scrap Metal Rates · What Are Junk Cars Worth?
109 Bought This Month
$520 Avg Payout
$56,680 Total Paid This Month
Why Reap My Ride in Memphis

Why Junk Car Sellers Choose Us

If you need cash for cars in Memphis, Reap My Ride delivers aggressive offers, fast pickups, and guaranteed payments, no matter the vehicle condition. Our local junk car buyers compete daily with junkyards, scrap yards, and other cash-for-cars companies, and we price to win.

Skip the hassles of dealing with private buyers who disappear, salvage yards that pay based on metal weight alone, or dealerships that have no interest in your end-of-life vehicle.

We make selling junk cars for cash so easy, it's scary.

Reap My Ride in Memphis

"We built Reap My Ride because we were tired of seeing people get lowballed and jerked around. Every seller deserves a fair price and a straight answer."

— Ruston Graves, Founder
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What They're Saying About Our Local Service

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Recent Purchases

109 Cars Sold This Month

  • 2001 Ford F-150 truck sold for $240
    2001 Ford F-150
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat sedan sold for $240
    2002 Volkswagen Passat
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle sedan sold for $395
    2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
    Bartlett, TN
    $395
  • 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan van sold for $240
    2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 truck sold for $240
    2005 Dodge Ram 1500
    Southaven, MS
    $240
  • 2005 Hyundai Tucson SUV sold for $275
    2005 Hyundai Tucson
    Germantown, TN
    $275
  • 2006 Acura MDX SUV sold for $240
    2006 Acura MDX
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2006 Honda Odyssey van sold for $240
    2006 Honda Odyssey
    Bartlett, TN
    $240
  • 2006 Pontiac G6 sedan sold for $240
    2006 Pontiac G6
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2007 Chevrolet Impala sedan sold for $240
    2007 Chevrolet Impala
    Southaven, MS
    $240
  • 2009 Nissan Altima sedan sold for $240
    2009 Nissan Altima
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2010 Chevrolet Malibu sedan sold for $240
    2010 Chevrolet Malibu
    Memphis, TN
    $240
  • 2010 Ford F-150 truck sold for $945
    2010 Ford F-150
    Germantown, TN
    $945
  • 2010 GMC Terrain SUV sold for $815
    2010 GMC Terrain
    Memphis, TN
    $815
  • 2010 Nissan Xterra SUV sold for $545
    2010 Nissan Xterra
    Bartlett, TN
    $545
  • 2011 Nissan Maxima sedan sold for $375
    2011 Nissan Maxima
    Memphis, TN
    $375
  • 2013 Ford F-750 truck sold for $1,470
    2013 Ford F-750
    Memphis, TN
    $1,470
  • 2013 Ford Fusion sedan sold for $395
    2013 Ford Fusion
    Germantown, TN
    $395
  • 2016 Jeep Cherokee SUV sold for $1,620
    2016 Jeep Cherokee
    Memphis, TN
    $1,620
  • 2017 Ford Focus sedan sold for $770
    2017 Ford Focus
    Bartlett, TN
    $770

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Service Area

Free Pickup and Removal Across the Nearby Area

We buy junk cars and provide free towing across Memphis, Shelby County, and all surrounding communities within a 40-mile radius:

Average local pickup time: 17hr
  • Germantown
  • Collierville
  • Bartlett
  • Millington
  • Arlington
  • Lakeland
  • Atoka
  • Midtown
  • Cordova
  • Whitehaven
  • Shelby County
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Questions? We've Got Answers

Everything you need to know about selling your junk car in Memphis.

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To sell your junk car in Memphis you need to prove you own it. This usually means having the vehicle's title in your name and personal identification to prove it. In some cases we can purchase vehicles that are missing a title as long as they have an active registration in your name.
We often pay $500 for junk cars with valid Tennessee titles, but it depends on the vehicle's weight and condition. The best way to find out what your junk cars is worth is to get a free offer.
Yes, we pay up to $2,500 cash for junk cars that still drive or are repairable. Get an instant cash offer to see what your junkers worth.
There is no single buyer that always pays the most for junk cars in Memphis. Offers vary based on vehicle condition, scrap metal prices, and local demand. Comparing multiple offers is the best way to maximize your payout. Read more: Who Pays the Most Cash for Junk Cars?.
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