Get Cash for Your Junk Car in Texas
Texas makes selling a car relatively straightforward, but there's still paperwork to get right. This guide covers everything: title transfers, county inspection requirements, and how Clunqr makes selling a car in Texas faster.
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What You Need to Sell a Junk Car in Texas
Texas has specific requirements for selling a vehicle. Here's what the TxDMV requires to sell your car in Texas.
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Certificate of Title
Sign the back of your Texas title where it says "Seller." Include the date of sale 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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Vehicle Transfer Notification
File Form VTR-346 with the TxDMV within 30 days of sale. This removes your name from the vehicle record and protects you from future liability.
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Bill of Sale
Not legally required in Texas, but strongly recommended. Include the sale price, date, VIN, and both parties' information.
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Remove Your Plates
Texas plates stay with the seller, not the vehicle. Remove them before handing over the car. You can transfer them to another vehicle or surrender them.
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Provide Maintenance Records
Not required, but handing over service records can help the sale go smoother and build trust with the buyer.
Texas Vehicle Inspection Requirements
Texas does not require sellers to provide an inspection before selling. The buyer is responsible for getting the vehicle inspected and registered after purchase.
However, some Texas counties do require emissions testing as part of registration. This only affects the buyer, not you as the seller. You can sell a car that won't pass inspection in Texas without any issues.
Good News for Sellers
- No inspection required to sell
- No emissions test required to sell
- Sell non-running vehicles easily
- Buyer handles all registration
- No waiting for test results
- Sell "as-is" without repairs
We Buy Junk Cars for Cash Across Texas
We buy cars across the Lone Star State. Select your city for local information and service details.
How It Works
Here's how to sell your junk car for cash in Texas with Clunqr:
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Enter your vehicle details online. Our system pulls real-time market data to generate an instant cash offer.
Schedule Pickup
Choose a time that works for you. We offer same-day and next-day pickup across Texas.
We Handle Paperwork
Our team processes the title transfer and files the Vehicle Transfer Notification with the TxDMV.
Get Paid
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1,423 Cars We Bought in Texas This Month
2007 Honda Accord
Houston, TX
$285
2010 Ford F-150
San Antonio, TX
$455
2005 Toyota Camry
Dallas, TX
$265
2009 Chevy Suburban
Austin, TX
$435
2008 Nissan Maxima
Fort Worth, TX
$295
2011 GMC Yukon
El Paso, TX
$415
2006 Chevy Silverado
Arlington, TX
$425
2012 Honda Civic
Corpus Christi, TX
$315
2004 Ford Expedition
Plano, TX
$365
2003 Chevy Impala
Lubbock, TX
$235
2013 Ram 1500
Irving, TX
$485
2006 Ford Fusion
Laredo, TX
$255
2010 Toyota 4Runner
Houston, TX
$445
2005 Ford Ranger
San Antonio, TX
$355
2009 Kia Optima
Dallas, TX
$275
2008 Chevy Traverse
Austin, TX
$375
2001 Honda Civic
Fort Worth, TX
$225
2011 Toyota Tundra
El Paso, TX
$475
2007 Honda Pilot
Arlington, TX
$345
2010 Mazda 6
Corpus Christi, TX
$295
2012 Ford Edge
Plano, TX
$395
2004 Toyota Corolla
Lubbock, TX
$245
2007 GMC Sierra
Irving, TX
$405
2002 Nissan Altima
Laredo, TX
$215
2014 Jeep Cherokee
Houston, TX
$425
2008 Nissan Titan
San Antonio, TX
$385
2006 Hyundai Elantra
Dallas, TX
$245
2011 Jeep Wrangler
Austin, TX
$445
2009 Chevy Colorado
Fort Worth, TX
$365
2013 Chevy Cruze
El Paso, TX
$305
Selling a Car in Texas: Common Questions
Sign the back of the title where it says "Seller" and include the date and odometer reading. The buyer also signs the title. Give the signed title to the buyer, who takes it to their local county tax office to complete the transfer. File Form VTR-346 (Vehicle Transfer Notification) online or by mail within 30 days to protect yourself from future liability.
You need a title to legally transfer ownership in Texas. If you've lost yours, you can apply for a certified copy of title using Form VTR-34 at your local county tax office. The fee is $2 if there's no lien, or $5.45 with a lien. Processing typically takes a few days. Licensed dealers like Clunqr can sometimes work with alternative documentation.
No. In Texas, the seller is not required to provide a vehicle inspection. The buyer is responsible for getting the car inspected when they register it. This means you can sell a car that won't pass inspection without any issues on your end.
Form VTR-346 notifies the TxDMV that you've sold the vehicle. This removes your name from the vehicle record and protects you from toll violations, parking tickets, and liability if the buyer doesn't register the car right away. File it online at TxDMV.gov or by mail within 30 days of the sale. It's free to file.
It depends on the vehicle's year, make, and model, condition, resale or salvage value, weight, and current scrap metal prices. Texas 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.
Yes. In Texas, license plates belong to the vehicle owner, not the vehicle. Remove your plates before transferring the car. You can transfer them to another vehicle you own at your county tax office, or dispose of them by bending or cutting them so they can't be reused.
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