Rochester junk car owners can get cash and free towing from us – just call (763) 226-3586 for a free offer, usually within minutes. We buy cars, trucks, vans and SUVs in any condition across Rochester and Olmsted County, and we pay you on the spot when we pick up.
Rochester is Minnesota’s third-largest city and a major medical hub, which means a lot of commuting. Many people drive in on US-52, US-14 or US-63 from the towns and farms around it, and those miles add up. Then there are the cars left behind when someone moves away after a residency or job, and the winter beaters that finally rusted through. Pickup is usually within a day or two depending on location, and we tow running and non-running vehicles alike.
How it works
Sell your junk car in Rochester in 3 simple steps
Most sellers are done with the whole thing in a single phone call and one short visit.
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Get your offer
Tell us the year, make, model and condition – by phone or with the form at the top of the page. You get a real cash offer, usually within minutes. No obligation.
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Schedule free pickup
Pick a time that works. We tow from your driveway, street, parking lot or field in Rochester at no cost. In Greater Minnesota, pickup is usually within a day or two.
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Get paid on the spot
Sign the title, hand over the keys and get paid before the car leaves. No hidden fees, and nothing comes out of your offer for towing.
How Rochester Sellers Get Rid of a Junk Car
We pick up in Rochester’s neighborhoods and apartment lots, and across Olmsted County towns like Stewartville, Byron, Kasson, Pine Island and Oronoco. Farms and acreages are part of our route too. If your car is on rural land out past the city limits, we can usually reach it.
The junk cars we see around Rochester often share a story. High commuter miles on US-52 and US-14 wear out engines and transmissions. Road salt does its work on frames and brake lines. Deer collisions on the highways and county roads leave many cars totaled. And because Rochester has a lot of people coming and going for medical training and jobs, we also buy cars that someone needs to sell quickly before a move. If yours was in an accident, our damaged car page explains how we handle it.
Getting ready for pickup
- Location: Tell us if the car is in a parking ramp, an apartment lot or on a farm. Ramps with low clearance can be tricky, so mention them.
- Keys: Leave them with the car if you have them. They’re helpful but not required.
- Title: Sign the Minnesota title in the seller section and fill in the odometer where required.
- Winter: If the car is buried in snow or stuck to the ground, clear what you can and let us know.
We also buy cars that still run but don’t make sense to keep. If you’ve been quoted for a new transmission or a major engine repair, compare that number with what the car is worth running. If the repair costs more, a free offer is the quickest way to find out what you’d get by selling it as-is instead.
After pickup, report the sale to DVS within 10 days, then cancel your insurance. We also tow from Owatonna and Winona.
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Paperwork for selling a junk car in Rochester
Title transfers are handled by Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, so the steps in Rochester are the same as anywhere else in Olmsted County and the rest of the state. Most of it takes a few minutes at pickup, and the rest can be done online.
Minnesota seller checklist
- Sign the title overSign as the seller and fill in the odometer reading where the title asks for it.
- Report the sale to DVSMinnesota asks sellers to report the sale within 10 days. You can do it online.
- Ask us about your platesTell us if you have personalized or special plates you want to keep.
- Clear out personal itemsCheck the glove box, trunk and under the seats, and remove any toll or parking tags.
- Cancel your insuranceCall your insurer once the car has been picked up, not before.
Official forms and rules: Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services. Title questions? Read our title guide.
What we buy
We buy every kind of vehicle in Rochester
Any make, any model, any year – in any condition.
See the full list on vehicles we buy.
Pricing
What decides your junk car’s value
Every offer is based on your specific vehicle, not a flat rate. These are the factors that move the number.
Year, make and model
Some models have parts that are in steady demand, which raises what they are worth.
Weight
Heavier vehicles carry more steel, so trucks, SUVs and vans usually bring more as scrap.
Whether it runs
A running or easy-to-fix vehicle can be resold or parted out, which beats scrap value.
Damage and rust
Frame damage, fire or heavy rust lowers the value of the body and parts.
Missing parts
The catalytic converter, engine, transmission and wheels each add real value when present.
Scrap metal prices
Steel and metal prices move with the market, so we price on today’s numbers.
Want the details? Read how much your junk car is worth.
Eco-friendly car recycling
Your junker, recycled the right way
A car left sitting in a yard slowly leaks oil, coolant and battery acid. When you sell it to us, it goes to a licensed recycler and gets handled under Minnesota environmental rules. Industry groups estimate roughly 80% of a vehicle by weight can be recycled.
Fluids captured
Oil, coolant, fuel and brake fluid are drained and collected, so they never reach the soil or storm drains.
Hazards removed
Batteries, mercury switches, refrigerant and tires are pulled and sent to proper recycling.
Parts reused
Good engines, panels and parts go back on the road, which saves the energy of making new ones.
Metal recycled
The steel and other metals are crushed, shredded and melted down into new products.
Junk car questions from Rochester sellers
Do you buy junk cars in Stewartville, Byron and Kasson?
Yes. We buy junk cars throughout the Rochester area, including Stewartville, Byron, Kasson, Pine Island and Oronoco. Towing is free in all of them. Call with your vehicle’s year, make, model and condition, and we’ll give you an offer that already accounts for the pickup location.
How quickly can you pick up a junk car in Rochester?
Pickup in Rochester is usually within a day or two of accepting your offer, depending on your location and the schedule. We’ll confirm a pickup window when you book. We don’t promise same-day pickup outside the Twin Cities metro, but we keep you updated on timing.
Can I sell my car quickly before moving away from Rochester?
Yes. If you’re leaving Rochester and need the car gone, call us as early as you can so we can fit the pickup into your timeline. Have the title signed and ready, and remove your personal items ahead of time. You’re paid on the spot when we tow it.
Do I have to be there when you pick up my car in Rochester?
Usually, yes, because someone needs to sign the title and receive payment. If you can’t be there, call us before pickup and we’ll talk through what’s possible for your situation.
How do I get paid for my junk car in Rochester?
You’re paid on the spot at pickup. Once you’ve signed the title and handed over the keys, the driver pays you before the car is towed away, so there’s no waiting for a check in the mail.
Do you buy cars that don’t run in Rochester?
Yes. We buy vehicles in Rochester that won’t start, have a blown engine or bad transmission, or have been sitting for years. Because we tow for free, it doesn’t matter whether the car can move under its own power.
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