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Cash for Cars in Columbia

Cash for Cars in Columbia

Hey, residents of Columbia! Is that clunker taking up valuable space in your driveway? Is your kid home for the weekend from USC, but he’s too lazy to drag it off to the junk yard in Columbia? Selling a car yourself can be such a pain. From the social media tire-kickers to the haggling middlemen at dealerships, who can you trust? Who can you turn to? Who will give you the best price and the quickest service around?

The Car Buying Team At SellMax. That's Who.

Here’s the deal: We buy cars in Columbia. Old cars, new cars, ugly cars, pretty cars. We’ll buy your car, your grandma’s car, your neighbor’s car. If your lazy Uncle Murray has a car to sell, we’ll buy that too.

We are here for you 24/7, whenever and wherever you need us. Whether you’re headed off to the Botanical Gardens or a weekend at Myrtle Beach, we can take that rust-bucket off your hands lickety-split. We offer fast, convenient service and a top-notch customer service team to address your every need. It’s easy.

We pay cash for cars in Columbia.

Selling a car yourself is a pain in the neck! We take that pressure off of you and do all the work ourselves. Just give us a call, and we’ll do the rest. It’s easy-peasy lemon-squeezy. Our buying process is simple, fast, and easy.

Here’s how it works:

  • Give us a call or fill out our handy online form.
  • Give us some details about your jalopy. What’s the make? What’s the model? Does it run?
  • We will provide you with a fair quote. We have a lower overhead than the bigger guys, so we can often beat their bottom dollar prices.
  • You pick a place to meet. Your house, your friend’s house, a secret warehouse behind your house. It doesn’t matter to us.
  • We’ll schedule a time that’s convenient for you: often it’s the very same day you call!
  • We come to you.
  • You sign some quick paperwork.
  • You get paid! Cash in hand!

See? It’s easy to get cash for junk cars in Columbia. It’s also easy to get cash for your nice cars in Columbia. It’s also easy to cash for your mediocre cars in Columbia. No need to drag yourself all the way down to the dealership, only to find out that they’ll give you fifty bucks for your trade-in (if you buy a new car with them, of course). Who has time for that?

Call us and you’ll get cash in hand to use for whatever you want. A down payment on a new car, a trip to Vegas, whatever speaks to you.

We buy cars in any condition.

Is your car a clunker? Is it brand-new? As long as you’re certain it was a car at one point in time, we’ll buy it. Honestly, we’re doing you a favor.

Imagine having to pay someone to haul away your busted vehicle? How annoying for the poor souls who don’t know about SellMax. We’ll pay you! And take your junk off your hands, to boot. It’s practically a two-for-one special!

  • We buy pretty cars.
  • We buy ugly cars.
  • We buy clunkers.
  • We buy junkers.
  • We buy running cars.
  • We buy damaged cars.
  • We buy cars as-is.
  • We buy finely tuned speed machines.

Whatever the state of your vehicle, we’ll give you a fair price. And you can skip the shenanigans at the dealership and exorbitant tow truck fees. We will come to you, give you a fair price, and give you the cash right away, no matter the state of your jalopy.

We offer same-day service.

Who else can say that? When you make the call, our team jumps right on it. We schedule a time and place that’s convenient for you, which is very often the same day you call! Why waste time getting you on your way with cash in hand? You don’t have time to waste, and neither do we. We can give you cash for your car, quickly. We know you’d rather be at the museum, or the beach, or the dentist.

We’ll get you on your way quickly and easily, with money in your pocket. What could be better than that?

So call us, today.

SellMax is here for you. We pay cash for cars in Columbia. We’ll make your life easier, and get you on your way faster. Your time is valuable, and we value your used car. We want your car whether or not you think it’s worth anything. To us, it’s worth a lot.

Let us take the work out of selling your used car, so you can get back to what matters the most – not dealing with the hassle of selling your used car.

Still got questions?

That’s okay! Check out our frequently asked questions page, or call our customer service representatives. They’re standing by to assist you with any question you may have. Good citizens of Columbia, don’t delay. Call us, today!

 

Sean’s Expert Take on the Columbia Market

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 Columbia.

    I'm Sean Pour, co-founder of SellMax. Based on our recent data in Columbia, SC as of October, the market is stable and prices are holding steady thanks to a balance between buyer activity and scrap inputs. Typical offers are averaging about $684 citywide. We are seeing a steady stream of Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks and Kia K5 sedans, which line up with what our buyers are prioritizing right now.

    On pricing, compact cars usually land between $485 and $640, while trucks and SUVs often reach $814 to $1,218. That means offers for larger vehicles commonly clear the four figure mark, while smaller cars settle in the mid hundreds. This spread has been consistent through the month, which reinforces the stable trend we are tracking.

    Pickups happen fast, with a median turnaround of 2 hours 29 minutes and 89 percent completed within 24 hours. As for why folks are selling, 36 percent report a missing catalytic converter, 24 percent cite a failed inspection, 24 percent mention collision or body damage, 15 percent point to engine problems, and 1 percent note transmission failure. You can count on us to keep an eye on changing prices.

Cash For Cars Frequently Asked Questions

Do you buy junk cars near me?

Yes, we do. We serve Columbia and nearby areas including Lexington, Irmo, Blythewood, West Columbia, Forest Acres, Sumter, Camden, Richland, Orangeburg, Gastonia, and plenty more nearby.

What paperwork do I need to sell my car?

In Columbia, selling your junk car means you will need a valid title, a photo ID, and the vehicle registration. If the title is gone missing, do not worry. You can replace it by visiting any SC DMV office or online by submitting Form TI-15 along with a $15 fee.

If your car is over 15 years old and you are without a title, a notarized bill of sale and Form 400 could do the trick. Just make sure to clear any liens on the vehicle and remove those license plates before you hand over the keys. Simple, right?

How are junk cars recycled in Columbia?

In Columbia, recycling your car is like giving it a fresh start with the help of a licensed buyer who knows the ropes. We zero in on the essentials: parts and scrap metal. Sticking to South Carolina's environmental rules, every car gets the care it deserves. This year alone, we’ve recycled over 793 tons of metal, safely drained more than 3,857 gallons of fluids, and recovered around 5,555 usable parts from vehicles in Columbia. It’s a win-win for the planet and keeps those parts in play.

Our customers love us!

I needed to sell a car with a blown head gasket and reached out on a Sunday afternoon. Within a couple of hours, they had arranged for pickup and I received my payment right away. The team was very professional and friendly, making the entire process seamless.
Tane

The Average Price Paid For Junk Cars In
Columbia

$626

We Pay A Lot More For
Running Cars!

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Recently Purchased Vehicles In Columbia

Vehicle ZIP CODE OFFER DATE OFFER PRICE
2007 Chrysler 300 29228 10-13-2025 $307
2022 Tesla Model X 29204 10-13-2025 $396
2000 Smart ForFour 29203 10-12-2025 $969
1986 Rolls-royce Corniche 29292 10-10-2025 $304
1988 Honda Shuttle 29229 10-09-2025 $551
2021 Audi SQ7 29221 10-08-2025 $634
2017 Toyota Camry 29208 10-08-2025 $570
2009 Audi S4 29217 10-05-2025 $747
2013 Hyundai Tucson 29211 10-05-2025 $665
2014 Audi S8 29207 10-05-2025 $823
1999 Isuzu Rodeo 29240 10-04-2025 $631
2003 Acura TL 29225 10-03-2025 $735
2023 Bentley Bentayga EWB 29218 10-02-2025 $699
1972 Buick Skylark 29202 10-02-2025 $448
2007 Kia Rondo 29205 10-01-2025 $907

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