Scrap car questions, answered
Everything people ask before selling a scrap car to us: paperwork, plates, payment, pickup and pricing.
Still unsure?
Call or text and you’ll get a straight answer, usually with your quote in the same message.
Call or text(647) 507-3621What do I need to sell my scrap car?
The vehicle’s ownership (the green permit) in your name and a valid photo ID. Sign the vehicle portion of the permit over at pickup and keep the plate portion.
Do I keep my licence plates?
Yes. In Ontario the plates belong to you, not the car. Remove them before pickup. You can keep them for your next vehicle.
Can I sell a car without the ownership?
Not legally as-is. If you’re the registered owner and lost the permit, ServiceOntario can issue a replacement. See our guide to selling a car without ownership in Ontario.
Is towing really free?
Yes. There’s no towing charge and nothing is deducted from your offer.
Are you a registered business?
Yes. MA Towing and Scrap Services Inc. is an Ontario corporation (Corporation No. 1001770077, CRA Business No. 78160 6249) with its own scrap yard at 21 Mitchell Ave, Alliston.
Will you beat another quote?
Yes. Text us a photo of a written quote for the same vehicle from another registered buyer, dated in the last 7 days. If the car matches the description, we’ll beat it.
How do I get paid?
By cash or e-Transfer, your choice, on the spot at pickup once the ownership is signed. You also get a dated bill of sale.
How much do you pay for scrap cars?
Between $250 and $3,000, depending on the vehicle’s weight, year, condition and reusable parts. Call or text for a quote within 5 minutes.
How does the car come off my name in Ontario?
You sign the Application for Transfer on the back of the vehicle portion of your ownership, and we give you a dated bill of sale. We then register the transfer with ServiceOntario, so the Ministry of Transportation’s record shows the vehicle left your name on the date of sale.
What happens to the car in the government record after it’s scrapped?
Under Ontario’s Mandatory Vehicle Branding Program, a vehicle that will only be used for parts or scrap is branded “Irreparable”. An Irreparable vehicle can never be driven on Ontario roads again.
How fast can you pick up?
Usually within 1–3 hours of accepting your quote, the same day, in most areas. We confirm the exact time window when you book.
What areas do you serve?
Toronto and Scarborough; Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa and Uxbridge in Durham Region; Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Stouffville, Markham and Richmond Hill in York Region; and Barrie, Bradford, Alliston and the rest of Simcoe County.
Do you buy cars that don’t run?
Yes. Most cars we buy don’t run. We tow them for free.
What should I take out of the car?
Personal items, garage openers, toll transponders (407 ETR), parking passes and your plates. Check the trunk, glovebox and under the seats.
Should I cancel my insurance?
After the sale is complete and the car has been picked up, call your insurer to cancel or transfer the policy.
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