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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.
We buy cash for cars in Peoria, Illinois, at a fair price and with unforgettable service. We specialize in buying a big range of cars including used cars, new cars, and junk cars. Yes, that is right, we offer cash for junk cars in Peoria, Illinois. Peoria, Illinois, deserves the best in cash for cars. Our founders, Tom and Tony, started SellMax in 1990 with the vision to make the car-selling process simple, quick, and convenient for the individual seller. This still holds true for us many decades later. Try us out and see for yourself. If you do not agree with the quote we offer, we do not force you to accept it. We believe after your experience with us, you will be relaying the message to everyone you know!
Get your cash for cars in Peoria, Illinois, in four steps:.
Tell us about the car through the phone or on our online form.
You get a fair quote for your car as fast as we can get it to you. You are not obligated to accept and sometimes you find you are provided with more options.
Arrange a meeting with our reputable staff in Peoria, Illinois. They will inspect your car and give you limited paperwork to fill out. We will meet wherever you choose to meet. The meeting should not take a long time for you. We will make it as quick as possible.
You get paid! It is that crazy simple. You have the money and now SellMax has the car.
SellMax is a licensed company in Peoria, Illinois. This means you know we are a legitimate cash for cars in Peoria, Illinois, service. We guarantee you will receive the services and attention you deserve and need. We only mean real business and we do not mess around. Unlike the junk yard in Peoria, Illinois, we offer real business interactions with you. We also beat the hard times of trying to sell your car on your own time. We know what we are doing. Let us help you sell your car with ease and in the fastest way to you. Do not wait around forever on the perfect buyer, we are already here! And we are waiting on you. Forget about calling a junkyard work with us instead.
Get your precious money now in Peoria, Illinois. Call us at (800) 225-7500 to get started or contact us on our website. Still have questions? Call us and give us the chance to answer anything you throw at us. We promise the process will be quick and easy, and we will make it fun for you too. We are committed to offering you unforgettable service with a reasonable quote. No more dilly dallying about your car, get your cash from SellMax now. We want to give your the most money for your vehicle. Allow us to do just that today.
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 Peoria.
I'm Sean Pour, co-founder of SellMax. Based on our recent data in Peoria, IL as of October, conditions have cooled and the market is trending down. Offers are coming in lower than last month because dismantler bids have softened and wholesale values are under pressure. We continue to see familiar patterns in what comes in, with the cars we buy most often including the Toyota Corolla and Subaru Forester.
Citywide, the average payout sits at 609. Compact cars usually land between 427 and 591, while trucks and SUVs tend to range from 885 to 1232. Why drivers are selling breaks down as follows. Missing catalytic converter 32 percent. Failed inspection 28 percent. Collision or body damage 22 percent. Engine problems 14 percent. Transmission failure 4 percent. That mix shapes the condition profile we are quoting against this month.
When you are ready to move, our response is rapid. The median pick up time is 2 hours 6 minutes, and 90 percent of vehicles are scheduled within 24 hours. That quick turnaround helps sellers lock in quotes in a shifting market. You can count on us to keep an eye on changing prices.
Yes, we do. We serve Peoria and nearby areas including Bloomington, Normal, Champaign, Springfield, Morton, East Peoria, Washington, Galesburg, Peoria Heights, Lincoln, and many more.
To sell your car in Peoria, you'll need a few key documents. Make sure you have a valid title, your state ID or driver’s license, and the vehicle registration handy. If you’ve lost your title, don’t worry. You can get a replacement by submitting Form VSD 190 to the Illinois Secretary of State along with the required fee. Just keep in mind that title replacement can take about 10 to 15 business days.
If you're in a pinch and don’t have the title, you might still sell your car using the registration and a notarized bill of sale. However, most buyers prefer the title, so it’s good to have it sorted out if you can.
When you decide to recycle your car, you’re handing it off to a licensed buyer who knows how to breathe new life into those old wheels. Our focus is on what truly matters: valuable parts and scrap metal. Here in Peoria, we stick to Illinois’ environmental guidelines, ensuring each vehicle is treated with care. This year alone, we've recycled over 678 tons of metal, safely drained more than 2,211 gallons of fluids, and retrieved around 5,758 usable parts from cars. It’s a win-win-it reduces waste and gives those parts a chance to keep on going.
The team provided excellent service when I junked my car for the first time. They were helpful in guiding me through the paperwork I had overlooked, and their quick communication made the process easy. While I hope not to need their assistance again, I would certainly reach out if necessary.
| Vehicle | ZIP CODE | OFFER DATE | OFFER PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Kia Seltos | 61602 | 12-11-2025 | $380 |
| 1992 Lincoln Continental | 61652 | 12-11-2025 | $858 |
| 1973 Mg MGB | 61625 | 12-10-2025 | $824 |
| 1956 Ac Ace | 61637 | 12-10-2025 | $721 |
| 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 61613 | 12-09-2025 | $990 |
| 2021 BMW Z4 | 61633 | 12-09-2025 | $802 |
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 61651 | 12-08-2025 | $829 |
| 1957 Mg Midget | 61639 | 12-08-2025 | $631 |
| 1982 Chevrolet Malibu | 61605 | 12-06-2025 | $556 |
| 2007 Gmc Acadia | 61630 | 12-03-2025 | $885 |
| 2016 Chrysler Town and Country | 61638 | 12-03-2025 | $654 |
| 2017 Volkswagen Golf | 61615 | 12-02-2025 | $782 |
| 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe | 61653 | 11-30-2025 | $400 |
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 61654 | 11-29-2025 | $872 |
| 2021 GMC Canyon | 61614 | 11-27-2025 | $778 |
