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Tell us about your car. The year, make, model, and what kind of shape it’s in.
Our car buyers will crunch the numbers and shoot you an offer that’ll make you smile. No pressure, just a fair price.
We’ll come to you, handle the paperwork, and hand you the cash. It’s fast, it's simple, and we'll even tow it away for free.
It's a hassle to try to sell a car on your own, with having to try and find a buyer, get less than satisfactory offers, and spend money to advertise it in the local paper. At the end of the day, you're stuck with the same car sitting in your driveway and all that effort ends up being a waste of time. That's why for the last 25 years, our SellMax Cash For Cars team in Tampa has taken the hassle out of the selling process, by giving people like you cash for cars. Our passion for cars runs deep and we believe all cars deserve a home, which is why we created our "We Buy All Cars" policy. This policy guarantees that no matter what condition your vehicle's in or the last time it ran, we will give you a fair and reasonable amount of cash for it. We pay cash for junk cars and cars in any condition including:
We don't discriminate against car manufacturers either, we accept all makes and models from Acura to Chevy, we will pay you cash for them all. Additionally, we pay cash for cars in Tampa regardless of their year. Whether its brand new or decades old, we'll give your car a new home and give you cash to put towards your new ride.
We offer an uncomplicated selling process that gets you the cash you deserve and gets rid of that old junker sitting on your front lawn. Our hassle-free process requires little effort on your part and it takes just a few minutes to get started. We won't ask you to fill out tons of paperwork, wait in long lines, and we won't even ask you to come into our office. We simply ask that you give us information about your vehicle such as:
Afterwards, our experienced team members will generate a quote based on the information you gave us. Our goal's to offer you a fair price that makes you happy, without cutting corners or trying to keep your hard-earned money from you. If you agree to the quote you're offered, we will schedule a day and time to pick up the vehicle, that works with your busy schedule. When we pick up your car, we put a stack of cash in your hand to takes its place. There's no hidden fees and you'll always get the amount you were previously quoted.
Sean Pour has spent nearly 20 years in the cash for junk cars business. As co-founder, he’s built pricing algorithms and helped thousands of people sell junk cars in Tampa.
I'm Sean Pour, co-founder of SellMax. Based on our recent data in Tampa, FL as of October, prices are leaning lower. We are seeing softer parts demand alongside a build up of inventory, which is pushing offers down a bit. The trend this month is down, so it pays to price vehicles realistically.
Even with that backdrop, typical offers remain predictable. The citywide average payout sits around 571. Compact cars usually land between 331 and 571, while trucks and SUVs often reach from 800 up to 1851. Lately we are buying a lot of Honda Accord and Kia Forte models, and their condition tends to dictate where they fall within those bands.
Why sellers come to us is clear in the numbers. Engine problems account for 44 percent. Failed inspection makes up 25 percent. Missing catalytic converter comes in at 19 percent. Collision or body damage is 12 percent. Transmission failure shows 0 percent this month. Pickups happen fast, with a median time of 3 hours 31 minutes, and 88 percent of vehicles are collected within a day. You can count on us to keep an eye on changing prices.
Yes, we’ve got you covered. We serve Tampa and nearby areas including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Lakeland, Palm Harbor, Safety Harbor, Dunedin, Oldsmar, Temple Terrace, Ruskin, and plenty more nearby.
In Florida, selling your junk car is a bit of a paperwork dance, but don't worry, you'll get the hang of it. First up, you'll need a valid title, your government-issued photo ID, and the vehicle registration. Misplaced your title? No big deal. You can get a replacement from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) by filling out Form HSMV 82101 and paying a small fee.
If you don’t have a title, there’s still hope. You can use alternative documentation, which includes Form HSMV 82040, a bill of sale, and proof of ownership. With the right papers in hand, you’re ready to make a deal.
Recycling your car here means it's in the hands of a licensed buyer who knows how to give those old wheels a fresh start. We’ve got our eyes on the important stuff: parts and scrap metal. In Tampa, we stick to Florida’s environmental rules, ensuring every vehicle is processed the right way. This year, we've recycled over 737 tons of metal, safely drained more than 2,671 gallons of fluids, and recovered around 3,295 usable parts from local cars. It’s all about reducing waste and letting those parts find new homes.
Selling my Toyota Matrix was easy with SellMax. The team was friendly and responsive, coming to my home to handle everything quickly and fairly, including the paperwork. It was a smooth process that I truly appreciated.
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| Vehicle | ZIP CODE | OFFER DATE | OFFER PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Volvo V40 | 33661 | 10-04-2025 | $396 |
| 1958 Ferrari 412 MI | 33682 | 10-04-2025 | $648 |
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 33688 | 10-04-2025 | $802 |
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 33637 | 10-03-2025 | $428 |
| 2022 Cadillac XT5 | 33630 | 10-03-2025 | $672 |
| 2019 Lincoln Navigator | 33694 | 09-30-2025 | $441 |
| 1979 Chrysler Le Baron | 33605 | 09-29-2025 | $561 |
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 33609 | 09-28-2025 | $950 |
| 2023 Lexus NX 450h+ | 33617 | 09-28-2025 | $759 |
| 2014 Ford Fiesta | 33650 | 09-28-2025 | $743 |
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 33613 | 09-28-2025 | $473 |
| 1975 Rolls-royce Camargue | 33674 | 09-27-2025 | $678 |
| 2021 Volkswagen Golf | 33685 | 09-25-2025 | $351 |
| 2017 Mazda CX-5 | 33686 | 09-24-2025 | $755 |
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 33615 | 09-24-2025 | $597 |
