Question 1

Do I need a title to recycle a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Ideally yes. A clean title streamlines processing. For vehicles without titles, we can work with your state's DMV processes — abandoned vehicle affidavits, bonded titles, or mechanic's liens depending on your jurisdiction.

Question 2

How much is my vehicle worth for recycling?

Accepted Answer

Value depends on weight (primarily steel), catalytic converter type, and reusable parts. A typical sedan yields $200-$500 in scrap value. Vehicles with high-value catalytic converters or salvageable parts can be worth more.

Question 3

Do you pick up non-running vehicles?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide towing for non-running vehicles at no additional cost in most markets for vehicles with sufficient scrap value.

Question 4

What happens to the fluids?

Accepted Answer

All fluids (oil, coolant, transmission fluid, brake fluid, refrigerant) are drained and recycled through licensed processors before the vehicle is shredded. This is an EPA requirement.

Question 5

Can you handle a fleet disposition?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We manage multi-vehicle fleet dispositions with coordinated pickup schedules, title processing, and consolidated reporting. Common for fleet operators retiring 10-100+ vehicles.

Question 6

What about catalytic converter theft documentation?

Accepted Answer

We require valid ID and vehicle documentation for all catalytic converter transactions, in compliance with state theft-prevention laws. We can provide documentation for insurance claims.

Question 7

Do you recycle heavy equipment?

Accepted Answer

Yes — forklifts, excavators, loaders, and other heavy equipment. These are dismantled for parts and metal recovery, with proper handling of hydraulic fluids and other regulated materials.

Question 8

What documentation do I receive?

Accepted Answer

Certificate of Recycling, title receipt, weight documentation, and for fleets, a consolidated disposition report with per-vehicle tracking.

Vehicles Recycling — FAQ