Tell us about your junk car
Start by sharing the make, model, year and condition. Let us know whether it starts, whether it is registered and if there is any major damage such as accident or flood history.
Why sell a junk car instead of leaving it in the yard?
A junk car can quietly become a problem. It collects dust, takes up space and can draw unwanted attention in the street or complex. Leaving it too long may also mean more rust, more leaks and a bigger clean-up later.
By selling your junk car to A1 Wreckers, you free up your driveway or yard and receive money you can put towards a replacement vehicle, home projects or everyday expenses. Our team handles the heavy lifting, so the process is usually finished in a single visit.
Sunshine Coast customers often choose a junk car buyer when:
- Repairs cost more than the car is worth.
- The vehicle has already been replaced with a newer model.
- Registration and insurance are due and not worth renewing.
- The car has been sitting unused and is starting to deteriorate.
How our junk car buying process works
The steps are straightforward and designed to save you time. Once you decide to move the car on, we keep things as simple as possible.
Receive a clear cash offer
Using the information you provide, we calculate a fair price based on the vehicle’s recyclable value and parts demand. You can accept, decline or think about it – there is no pressure either way.
Book a convenient pick-up time
If the offer works for you, we arrange a collection time from your Sunshine Coast address. Pick-ups can be organised from homes, units, farms or workplaces, provided there is safe access for our truck.
Get paid and watch the car go
On the day, our driver confirms the details, completes simple paperwork and arranges payment. The junk car is loaded and taken back to our Brendale facility for recycling.
Types of junk cars we buy on the Sunshine Coast
“Junk” does not have to mean completely destroyed. We consider a wide range of vehicles that are no longer practical to repair or keep on the road, including:
- Older small cars with high kilometres and fading paint.
- Family sedans and wagons that have been replaced by an SUV.
- Utes and work vehicles that are no longer reliable.
- Cars with significant mechanical faults or missing parts.
- Vehicles that have failed a roadworthy inspection.
- Unregistered vehicles sitting in driveways or paddocks.
- Storm, hail or accident-damaged vehicles deemed uneconomical to fix.
- Cars with flat tyres, flat batteries or that no longer start.
Preparing your junk car for collection
Simple checklist
- Remove personal items from the glove box, centre console and boot.
- Take off toll tags, e-tags and parking passes you still use.
- Clear access so our driver can safely reverse or drive up to the vehicle.
- Have your identification and proof of ownership ready to show on arrival.
Plates and paperwork
Requirements around plates and registration can vary depending on your situation. If you are unsure whether to remove plates or notify authorities before collection, ask when booking and we can point you in the right direction based on typical Queensland processes.
Cash for junk cars – common questions
Does the junk car need to be driving?
No. Many of the vehicles we buy no longer start or cannot be driven safely. Let us know the condition so we can send the right truck and equipment.
Is there any cost for towing my junk car?
For most Sunshine Coast locations, towing is already included in the price we offer. You will know upfront what you are getting, without extra pick-up fees on the day.
How long does the whole process take?
Once you accept an offer, collection can often be arranged within a short timeframe, depending on bookings. Many customers are done and dusted within a few days of first getting in touch.
Am I locked in once I request a quote?
No. Quotes are obligation free. You can decide whether the offer suits your plans and only proceed if you are comfortable.