Cash for junk cars
- Running and non-running vehicles
- Wrecked, burned or flooded
- Salvage-title and high-mileage
Free cash offer request
What’s your car worth in cash?
Four quick steps. We’ll call or text you with your offer — free towing included.
- 1Vehicle
- 2Ownership
- 3Condition
- 4Details
Licensed local towingProfessional tow drivers
Free towing, alwaysNo fee taken from your payment
Paid on the spotCash when we pick up
Open 7 days a week8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Cash for junk cars in Denver — with free towing
Auto Recycling Denver buys cars, trucks, vans and SUVs in any condition. Tell us what you’re selling, we’ll make you a cash offer, and a licensed local tow driver picks it up — usually the same day.
Any condition, any shape
Running or not, wrecked, fire- or flood-damaged, salvage-title, or just worn out with mechanical problems — we want to hear about it.
Free towing, every time
Pickup is always free. There’s no fee taken out of your payment, and no surprise charges when the truck arrives.
Paid on the spot
Once you accept the offer and the tow driver arrives, you get paid in cash and we take care of the rest.
Our services
Everything you need to sell a car you’re done with, handled by one local team.
Free towing & removal
- Licensed local tow drivers
- No fee, ever — it’s included
- Often same-day pickup
No title? No problem
- Valid photo ID required
- Plus registration or insurance in your name
- We’ll walk you through the paperwork
Auto recycling
- Responsible end-of-life handling
- Metals and materials get reused
- Fluids handled the right way
We buy cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. We do not buy RVs, motorcycles, boats or motorhomes.
Important: We do not sell auto parts.
Vehicles we buy
Cars, trucks, vans and SUVs — any make, any model year, running or not.
Cars & sedans
Commuters, coupes and family sedans — wrecked, worn out or just done.
SUVs & crossovers
From compact crossovers to full-size SUVs, with or without a title.
Pickup trucks
Half-ton to heavy-duty pickups, including ones that won’t start.
Vans & minivans
Cargo vans, passenger vans and minivans — we tow them all for free.
Not sure it qualifies? Just call or text — we’ll tell you right away.
Quick cash estimate
Get a ballpark in seconds. Your exact offer is confirmed by phone or text.
Estimated cash offer
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Estimate only — not a guaranteed offer. Free towing is included.
What affects your offer
- WeightHeavier vehicles contain more recyclable metal.
- Catalytic converterAn original converter adds value; a missing one lowers it.
- Running or notA vehicle that starts and drives is worth more.
- ConditionMajor body, fire or flood damage can reduce the offer.
- Model yearNewer vehicles often have more usable parts and value.
- Scrap marketMetal prices change, so we confirm your exact number when we call.
How it works
Three steps from “I want this gone” to cash in hand.
1
Tell us about your vehicle
Fill out the quick form above, or just call or text us the year, make, model and condition.
2
Schedule free pickup
Accept your offer and pick a time that works — we’re open every day, 8 AM to 8 PM.
3
Get paid, we tow it away
The driver arrives, you get paid, and your old car is gone from your driveway.
What to have ready
A few things make pickup quick. Don’t worry if something is missing — just ask.
- Valid photo ID — driver’s license or state ID.
- Title, or proof the car is yours — registration or insurance showing your name can stand in for a missing title.
- Keys, if you have them.
- Personal items removed from the vehicle, including anything in the trunk and glovebox.
- Where it is — the address and anything we should know about access.
Our pickup promise
- You get your offer before anything is towed.
- Towing is free — no fee comes out of your payment.
- You decide whether to accept the offer.
- You’re paid when we pick up the vehicle.
- We handle the vehicle responsibly, from tow to recycling.
Why sell to us
Free towing, always
Pickup costs you nothing — nothing is subtracted from your payment.
Cash on the spot
Accept the offer and get paid when we pick up the vehicle.
No hidden fees
The offer we give you is the amount you get. Simple.
No title, no problem
A valid photo ID plus registration or insurance in your name can stand in for a missing title.
Responsible recycling
Your old car is recycled the right way instead of ending up as a lawn ornament.
Local & licensed
A real yard at 3480 W 1st Ave, with licensed local towing across the metro.
Serving Denver & beyond
Free pickup covers the Denver metro area and much of the Colorado Front Range. Not sure if you’re in range? Call or text — we’ll tell you right away.
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Tap a city on the map or in the list to see how far it is from our yard.
- Cities we serve
- Highways
- Lakes & river
- Our yard
Map of the Denver metro: counties, highways and cities. Pin = our yard.Data: U.S. Census Bureau TIGER/Line
A local yard in Denver
Auto Recycling Denver is based at 3480 W 1st Ave in Denver. Call or text us with your vehicle’s details and we’ll confirm your offer and schedule the tow. We buy cars, trucks, vans and SUVs from people across the Denver metro and the Front Range.
We don’t buy RVs, motorcycles, boats or motorhomes. Every vehicle we pick up is handled and recycled responsibly.
Recycling an unwanted vehicle helps keep bulky waste out of the environment while allowing usable metals and materials to be recovered instead of requiring new raw materials. We handle the process from pickup through responsible recycling.
- Business
- Auto Recycling Denver
- Address
- 3480 W 1st Ave, Denver, CO 80219
Get directions → - Hours
- Every day, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Call
- (720) 568-9884
- Text / WhatsApp
- (720) 725-2454
Common questions
Do I need the title to sell my car?
Not always. Bring a valid photo ID along with the vehicle’s registration or insurance card showing your name, and we’ll walk you through what’s needed for your situation — a title just makes the process faster.
My car doesn’t run — will you still buy it?
Yes. We buy running and non-running vehicles, including wrecked, fire-damaged, and flood-damaged cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs.
How fast can you pick up my vehicle?
Often the same day the offer is accepted, worst case the next day. We’re open every day from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Is towing really free?
Yes, always. Towing is included at no charge with every accepted offer — there’s no fee subtracted from your payment.
What areas do you serve?
Denver metro and the Colorado Front Range, including Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Boulder, Centennial, Englewood, Littleton, Golden, Brighton, Broomfield, Commerce City, Thornton, Westminster, Louisville, Highlands Ranch, and Parker.
Do you buy motorcycles, RVs, boats or motorhomes?
Not currently — we buy cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs only.
What if my car is currently impounded?
If you own the vehicle, contact us with the impound-lot information. We can explain the pickup requirements and what paperwork or outstanding fees may need to be handled before the vehicle can be released.
Do you buy or sell auto parts?
No. We do not buy or sell auto parts. Our service is focused on buying complete vehicles, arranging pickup, and handling responsible auto recycling.
How old do I need to be to sell a vehicle?
You must be at least 18 years old to sell a vehicle.