Get Cash for Your Junk Car in New Jersey
New Jersey has a few unique rules when it comes to selling a car, including what happens with your plates. This guide covers everything: title transfers, MVC requirements, and how Clunqr makes selling a car in New Jersey faster.
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What You Need to Sell a Junk Car in New Jersey
New Jersey has specific requirements for selling a vehicle. Here's what the NJ MVC requires to sell your car in New Jersey.
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Certificate of Title
Sign the back of your New Jersey title in the "Seller" section. Include the date of sale, sale price, and odometer reading. Both seller and buyer must sign.
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Odometer Disclosure
Required for vehicles less than 10 years old. Record the exact mileage on the title. Federal law requires accurate disclosure.
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License Plates Stay with the Car
New Jersey is one of the few states where plates stay with the vehicle, not the owner. Leave your plates on the car when you sell it.
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Bill of Sale
Not legally required in New Jersey, but strongly recommended. Include the sale price, date, VIN, and both parties' information for your records.
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Cancel Your Insurance
Contact your insurance company after the sale to cancel coverage. Since plates stay with the car, you won't need to worry about plate transfers.
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Keep Copies of Everything
Make copies of the signed title and bill of sale before handing them over. This protects you if any disputes arise later.
New Jersey Inspection Requirements
New Jersey requires emissions inspections for most vehicles, but when selling a car, this is the buyer's responsibility, not yours.
You are not required to provide a current inspection sticker to sell a car in New Jersey. The buyer will need to get the vehicle inspected when they register it in their name. You can sell a car with an expired inspection or one that won't pass without any issues on your end.
Good News for Sellers
- No inspection required to sell
- No emissions test required to sell
- Sell non-running vehicles easily
- Buyer handles all registration
- Plates stay with car (less hassle)
- Sell "as-is" without repairs
We Buy Junk Cars for Cash Across New Jersey
We buy cars across the Garden State. Select your city for local information and service details.
How It Works
Here's how to sell your junk car for cash in New Jersey with Clunqr:
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Schedule Pickup
Choose a time that works for you. We offer same-day and next-day pickup across New Jersey.
We Handle Paperwork
Our team processes the title transfer and handles all the NJ MVC documentation.
Get Paid
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356 Cars We Bought in New Jersey This Month
2009 Honda Accord
Newark, NJ
$315
2010 Ford F-150
Jersey City, NJ
$455
2007 Toyota Camry
Paterson, NJ
$285
2011 Chevy Suburban
Elizabeth, NJ
$435
2005 Nissan Maxima
Edison, NJ
$265
2012 Ford Edge
Woodbridge, NJ
$385
2008 Chevy Silverado
Lakewood, NJ
$425
2006 Honda Civic
Toms River, NJ
$275
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Hamilton, NJ
$365
2013 Toyota Corolla
Trenton, NJ
$335
2007 GMC Sierra
Clifton, NJ
$415
2004 Ford Focus
Camden, NJ
$225
2010 Honda Pilot
Brick, NJ
$395
2011 Ram 1500
Cherry Hill, NJ
$445
2008 Hyundai Elantra
Passaic, NJ
$255
2006 Toyota Highlander
Union City, NJ
$355
2003 Chevy Impala
Old Bridge, NJ
$235
2014 Toyota Tundra
Middletown, NJ
$485
2008 Nissan Murano
Bayonne, NJ
$345
2011 Mazda 6
East Orange, NJ
$295
2009 Chevy Traverse
North Bergen, NJ
$375
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Vineland, NJ
$215
2006 Ford F-250
Perth Amboy, NJ
$465
2010 Kia Optima
Plainfield, NJ
$275
2012 GMC Acadia
Newark, NJ
$405
2009 Nissan Titan
Jersey City, NJ
$435
2002 Honda Civic
Paterson, NJ
$245
2007 Jeep Wrangler
Elizabeth, NJ
$385
2004 Toyota Tacoma
Edison, NJ
$395
2008 Subaru Legacy
Woodbridge, NJ
$305
Selling a Car in New Jersey: Common Questions
Sign the back of the title in the "Seller" section. Include the date of sale, sale price, and odometer reading. Both you and the buyer must sign. Give the signed title to the buyer, who takes it to an NJ MVC agency to complete the transfer and pay the sales tax. The buyer has 10 days to transfer the title into their name.
You need a title to legally transfer ownership in New Jersey. If you've lost yours, you can apply for a duplicate title at any NJ MVC agency using Form OS/SS-52. The fee is $60 for standard processing or $85 for expedited. You'll need to provide identification and proof of ownership. Licensed dealers like Clunqr can sometimes work with alternative documentation.
No. In New Jersey, the seller is not required to provide a current inspection. The buyer is responsible for getting the car inspected when they register it. You can sell a car with an expired inspection or one that won't pass without any issues.
New Jersey is one of the few states where license plates stay with the vehicle, not the owner. Leave your plates on the car when you sell it. The buyer will either keep the plates (if transferring within NJ) or surrender them when registering the vehicle. This actually makes selling easier since you don't have to deal with plate transfers or returns.
It depends on the vehicle's year, make, and model, condition, resale or salvage value, weight, and current scrap metal prices. New Jersey has a large network of salvage yards, metal recyclers, and car buyers, which helps keep prices competitive. Most junk cars sell for $200 to $1,500, while vehicles with valuable parts or those that still drive can sell for up to $5,000. Get an instant quote from Clunqr to see your car's actual value.
New Jersey doesn't have a formal seller notification requirement. However, keeping copies of your signed title and bill of sale is essential. If the buyer doesn't transfer the title promptly and you receive tickets or toll violations, these documents prove you sold the vehicle. Make sure to cancel your insurance as soon as the sale is complete.
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