Chances are that you have the car in your driveway that has already passed its better days and have found yourself asking yourself, How much is this old car worth? It may be an old sedan with a faulty engine or a truck that just died after several years of hard work but that heap of metal and parts still has value. Nonetheless, the quoted price may change greatly depending on various important aspects.
We also have transparency at Atlanta Auto Recycle. We want you to know the exact steps to be taken when determining the value of your car so that you can be satisfied that you are getting the best in times when you decide to sell. Following are the main variables that define the value of a junk car.
Current Scrap Metal Prices
This is what the whole industry is based upon. Most of your junk car is made out of metal, mostly in steel, and a little bit in aluminum, copper, and even platinum in catalytic converts. These materials are traded in the world market each day and hence their prices vary.
In cases where the prices of scrap metals are high, the base value of your vehicle rises. On the contrary, the offers will show it when the prices go down. Although there is nothing that you can do about the market, the fact that this is one of the main aspects of the offering can be used to understand why quotes may vary in time. These are the prices we keep an eye on so that we are able to provide you the fair and competitive price.
The Condition of the Vehicle and its Completeness
This is where the biggest difference between two apparently similar cars is created. In evaluating a vehicle, we consider a number of unique factors:
Is it drivable? A vehicle with a tow truck is usually easier and cheaper to the us as opposed to that which has to be dragged or winched.
Has it been stripped? A fully built automobile is more valuable. In case of removal of valuable components such as catalytic converter, alternator, starter or battery, it reduces the overall value.
Does it have significant non-metal components? Heavy parts such as the engine, transmission, radiator and many others have precious metals and moving parts. When they exist and are in their proper place, they add value to the offer.
The closer and more complete a vehicle is, in other words the more complete it becomes, the greater its potential value.
Make, Model, and Year
Although both vehicles (a 1995 sedan and a 2002 SUV) may find themselves crushed in the end, the journey to be recycled by them may vary, which influences their value.
Demand of Used Parts: When a car is being recycled into scrap, numerous parts of a car can be taken off and be sold as used auto parts. And you have a popular model that is still on the road such as a Ford F-150 or a Honda civic the demand is high on its doors, mirrors, and electronics. This items requirement can greatly add to the amount we shall be able to make you.
Weight and Material Composition: More modern vehicles tend to be composed of lighter materials such as aluminum and older ones tend to have more weight, made up of steel. The bulkier vehicles are more likely to produce more scrap metal. Nevertheless, luxury or specialty vehicles can contain more valuable parts, whether it is old or not.
Your Location
Amazingly, the area of residence contributes to the ultimate offer. This is mainly through logistics and local environmental laws. The price of delivery of a flatbed truck in your particular neighborhood in Atlanta metro area is put in the calculations.
We are a local, Atlanta based business and therefore we have streamlined our operations to cater to the whole area effectively. The fact that we are close to the corner enables us to maintain low costs of towing and transfer these savings to you. We serve such places as 2086 Morehouse Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30314, and the neighborhoods around it, so that you will receive a reasonable price, and no secret fees will be added to transportation costs.
The “Hidden” Value: The Title
Lastly, there is the matter of paperwork. It is important to have a clear title (or the necessary documentation, as dictated by the Georgia law). The name of your title is your evidence of possession. In the absence of it, we are unable to complete the transaction legally.
Although the lack of a title does not affect the material worth of the metal and components, it introduces a legal obstacle that cannot be overcome by the majority of respectable customers. The most important thing you can do is to be ready with your title, and then, we can pay you on the spot.
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Turn Your Unknowns into Cash
The knowledge of these aspects will enable you to be realistic when calling to obtain a quote. At Atlanta Auto Recycle we do not play games. Indeed, we do not cheat about your car on the basis of these same principles and render you a no-obligation proposal. We do the towing, file the paperwork and hand you a check.
You are willing to know the price of your car? Not to sit and rot any more. Get a rapid and no-cost quote with us. You may be in Douglassville or downtown Atlanta, we are at the ready.
You can call us at 678-927- 0987 or email us at mikebee442 at yahoo.com to start.