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Running or not. Any condition. Free towing. Same day pickup in San Mateo & the entire Bay Area.

✅ 10+ Years in Business ✅ Free Towing ✅ Same Day Pickup

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We Buy All Types of Vehicles

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Used Cars
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SUVs & Trucks
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Non-Running
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Damaged & Wrecked
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Junk & Scrap
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Vans & Commercial

Why Choose Us

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10+ Years Trusted

Serving San Mateo and the Bay Area for over a decade.

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Top Dollar Paid

We pay more than competitors. Guaranteed best offer.

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Free Towing

We come to you. No cost for pickup, ever.

Same Day Service

Call in the morning, get paid by afternoon.

About Us

We're a family-owned car buying business based in San Mateo, California. For over 10 years, we've been helping Bay Area residents turn their unwanted vehicles into instant cash.

Whether you have a used car in great shape, a junk car that doesn't run, or anything in between — we'll make you a fair offer, pick it up for free, and pay you cash on the spot. No dealership games, no hidden fees, no hassle.

We're not a big corporation. We're your neighbors. We answer our own phone, show up on time, and treat every customer like family. That's why people keep coming back and referring their friends.

10+Years in Business
5,000+Cars Purchased
100%Free Towing
Same DayCash Payment

What Our Customers Say

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"Called in the morning about my old Honda that wouldn't start. They came out the same afternoon, paid me $400 cash, and towed it away for free. Couldn't be easier!"

— Maria G., San Mateo

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"I got quotes from 3 different places. Insta Cash Offer beat them all by $200. They showed up on time and paid me right there. Highly recommend."

— James T., Redwood City

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"Had a wrecked car sitting in my driveway for months. One phone call and it was gone the next day with cash in my pocket. These guys are legit."

— David L., Daly City

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"Sold my 2018 Toyota for way more than I expected. The whole process took less than an hour. Professional, fast, and fair. Will use again."

— Sarah K., Burlingame

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"No title, no keys, car didn't run — they still bought it! $300 cash and free towing. Saved me from paying to have it towed to a junkyard."

— Mike R., San Bruno

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"Family-owned and it shows. They were honest about the price, didn't try to lowball me at pickup. Exactly what they quoted on the phone. Refreshing."

— Linda P., Palo Alto

Frequently Asked Questions

Same day! Call us in the morning and we can have cash in your hand by the afternoon. Most pickups happen within 2-4 hours of your call.

Yes! We buy cars in any condition — running or not, damaged, wrecked, junk, or scrap. We pay $150-$500 for junk cars and provide free towing.

Yes, we can still buy your car without a title in most cases. You'll need a valid ID and current registration. The offer may be adjusted, but we'll still make you a fair cash offer.

100% free. We never charge for towing or pickup. We come to your location — home, work, or anywhere in the Bay Area — and pick up your car at no cost to you.

We buy all types — cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, hybrids, electric vehicles, and commercial vehicles. Any year, any make, any model, any condition.

We consider the year, make, model, condition, mileage, and whether it runs. We also factor in title status, keys, and registration. Fill out our form for an instant estimate, then we confirm the final price in person.

Sell Your Junk Car in San Mateo, CA

🏠 Why Selling to Us Beats the San Mateo Private Market

San Mateo is our home base, and we know this market better than anyone. The Peninsula's competitive housing market means many residents are downsizing garages or moving to condos with limited parking. Private buyers on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace are unreliable, and dealerships on El Camino Real offer insulting trade-in values. We're your neighbors — based right here at 56 W 39th Ave — and we pay fair cash prices for any vehicle in any condition.

📍 Neighborhoods We Serve in San Mateo

We provide free pickup throughout San Mateo:

  • Downtown San Mateo: Near the Caltrain station and Central Park.
  • Hillsdale: The shopping district near Hillsdale Mall.
  • San Mateo Park: The tree-lined residential neighborhood.
  • Shoreview / Bay Meadows: Near the waterfront and Oracle Park.
  • Sugarloaf: The hillside area above Polhemus Rd.
  • Nearby: Foster City, Burlingame, Belmont, and Hillsborough.

💡 Local San Mateo Selling Tips

  • Street Sweeping: San Mateo enforces weekly street sweeping with $65+ tickets. If your car can't move, sell it before the fines stack up.
  • Caltrain Commuters: Many San Mateo residents now take Caltrain to SF. If your car is just depreciating in the driveway, turn it into cash.
  • Condo Parking Rules: Bay Meadows and other new developments have strict parking rules. Sell your extra vehicle to avoid HOA violations.

🚗 Common Vehicles We Buy in San Mateo

We frequently purchase Toyota Camrys and Honda Accords from Peninsula commuters, older BMWs and Mercedes from the Hillsdale area, and many Teslas with accident damage from Foster City and Bay Meadows residents. We also buy a high volume of hybrid vehicles with failing batteries — Prius, Camry Hybrid, and Accord Hybrid.

📝 California Title Transfer Requirements

Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (NRL)

You must file this with the DMV within 5 days of selling. It protects you from parking tickets and liability after the sale.

Smog Certification

While private sellers usually must provide a smog cert, when you sell to a professional buyer like us for scrap or parts, we handle the "as-is" paperwork.

The Title (Pink Slip)

If you've lost your title, we can help you fill out Form REG 227 (Application for Duplicate or Paperless Title) to complete the sale legally.

Serving the Entire Bay Area

We buy cars in every city across the Bay Area. Click your city for a local quote:

Also serving: Half Moon Bay • Foster City • Mountain View • Sunnyvale • Oakland • Fremont • Hayward • St. Petersburg • Clearwater • Evanston • Schaumburg • and more

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