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Sell Your Junk Car for Cash in Richmond, VA

Get top dollar for your junk car in Richmond, Virginia with Reap My Ride. We pay cash for cars in any condition, provide free removal, and pay you on the spot. Get your offer in seconds now.

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Welcome to Reap My Ride

A Proven Cash for Cars Buyer in Richmond

Older vehicles can add to one of the financial stressors in our lives. If it’s to a point where it no longer makes financial sense for you to keep your vehicle, we are here to help. Although not an easy decision, we hope to help with at least some relief for you. Simply get an online quote, schedule your free pickup, and get paid. We have become a reputable business in Richmond, VA and would like to help as much as possible.

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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Get Paid at Pickup
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Sell your junk car right from your phone without leaving your house.

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There's no bait and switch here. The price we quote is the price we pay.

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Updated June 2026

Scrap Values of Junk Cars in Richmond, VA

Junk car prices in Richmond, Virginia 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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Richmond Scrap Rate
$170/ton ↑ 2.2%
Avg Payout
$625
Cars (30d)
21
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 Richmond, 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 Virginia 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+
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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?
21 Bought This Month
$625 Avg Payout
$13,125 Total Paid This Month
Why Reap My Ride in Richmond

Why Junk Car Sellers Choose Us

If you need cash for cars in Richmond, 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 Richmond

"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
Reviews

What They're Saying About Our Local Service

"Super easy, and received a very good price for my junker. Reap My Ride didn't try to haggle on the price they committed to pay online without even seeing the car. Someone came out the next day, put cash in my hand, and then towed the car away. I strongly recommend Reap My Ride."

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Michael
Sold junk car in Richmond

"It was fast, easy, and professional. Will do business again."

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Denise
Sold junk car in Richmond
Recent Purchases

21 Cars Sold This Month

  • 2004 BMW 3-Series sedan sold for $290
    2004 BMW 3-Series
    Richmond, VA
    $290
  • 2004 Chevrolet Impala sedan sold for $290
    2004 Chevrolet Impala
    Henrico, VA
    $290
  • 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV sold for $435
    2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    Richmond, VA
    $435
  • 2005 Nissan Altima sedan sold for $350
    2005 Nissan Altima
    Midlothian, VA
    $350
  • 2006 Ford E-Series van sold for $830
    2006 Ford E-Series
    Richmond, VA
    $830
  • 2003 Toyota Corolla sedan sold for $825
    2003 Toyota Corolla
    Chesterfield, VA
    $825
  • 2007 Toyota Prius sedan sold for $635
    2007 Toyota Prius
    Richmond, VA
    $635
  • 2008 Chrysler Town & Country van sold for $500
    2008 Chrysler Town & Country
    Henrico, VA
    $500
  • 2012 Nissan Altima sedan sold for $435
    2012 Nissan Altima
    Richmond, VA
    $435

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Service Area

Free Pickup and Removal Across the Nearby Area

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

Average local pickup time: 24hr
  • Henrico
  • Chesterfield
  • Mechanicsville
  • Glen Allen
  • Midlothian
  • Petersburg
  • Hopewell
  • Colonial Heights
  • Ashland
  • The Fan
  • Church Hill
  • Carytown
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FAQ

Questions? We've Got Answers

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

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To sell your junk car in Richmond 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 Virginia 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 Richmond. 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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