Sell a Car That Doesn’t Run
An inoperable car is still sellable if it rolls and you can transfer the title. CarBidNow buys vehicles that do not start, run, or drive and prices them as inop in the Instant Bid.
Nationwide Remarketing picks up inoperable vehicles in all 50 states. You do not have to get the car running first. You do not have to deliver it. After you accept the bid, a tow provider is dispatched. The driver arrives with a check for the agreed purchase price.
How an inoperable car is priced
The Instant Bid is automatic. It changes based on whether the vehicle starts, runs, and drives, or is inoperable. Be accurate. The guaranteed price applies to the condition you submit. If the car will not start, choose inoperable. That keeps the offer honest and avoids a surprise at pickup.
What “rolls” means
We buy vehicles that can be moved with a tow truck. A dead battery, blown engine, bad transmission, or failed inspection does not automatically disqualify the car. A vehicle that cannot be rolled for transport is a different situation and should be discussed by phone at 1-877-669-2431.
Title and lien issues on non-running cars
Inoperable cars often sit because the title is in a relative’s name, the lender still has a balance, or the title is salvage. We accept salvage and rebuilt titles, can help with title work, and can help pay off liens so the car can be purchased.
What happens at pickup
- You accept the Instant Bid.
- Dispatch schedules a tow provider, usually for a 24 to 48 hour window.
- The truck arrives with the check.
- You provide keys and transferable title documents.
- The driver loads the vehicle and leaves the check with you.
Inoperable-car FAQ
Can I sell a car with no engine or a bad transmission?
If the vehicle rolls and the title can be transferred, request an Instant Bid and mark it inoperable. Call us if you are unsure.
Do I need to get it inspected first?
No. The Instant Bid is based on the details you enter and the running vs. inoperable status.
Will you pick up from an apartment lot or storage yard?
Usually yes, if the tow provider can access the vehicle. Include gate codes or towing restrictions when dispatch calls.