How to Sell a Junk Car in St. Paul, Minnesota
What we like to call a "junk" car is often anything but. Old clunkers and wrecks can still command a good price if sold whole, or for spare parts. Here are some local resources for a St. Paul, Minn., seller, as well as some general advice for anyone looking to get a good deal for their old vehicle.
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Sell during non-winter months. You will have much better luck finding people willing to talk over a car, or buy a junk car, when avoiding the harsh Minnesota winter.
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Determine what would be a good retail value for your car in the condition it's in and what it will likely sell for in the Twin Cities. A good way to do this is to use the Kelly Blue Book online. This site will also allow you to determine if your car might be worth considerably more with a few minor repairs (this will most likely be the case if your car does not run, but would with some modifications).
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Try national wreck-buying services like Buy My Wreck or Junk-A-Car. These kinds of sites will give you a quote based on your area code.
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Research local buyers. Call local junkyards and ask for quotes, or use some of the listings from the link below (several of which specialize in junk cars and spare parts). Comparison shop and try to find the best offer. You may find the best deal outside the Twin Cities area.
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See what kind of a deal you can get selling your car directly to a purchaser. Use community boards, Craigslist or just park your car somewhere visible with a “for sale” sign on it. Be honest about the car's flaws and see if you can connect with someone who's handy and might be interested in fixing it up or having it fixed.
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Consider donating your car to Newgate Education Center instead of selling it. You can make a difference in the life of someone who needs it and get a tax deduction at the same time.
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