If your car has been totaled in an accident, hasn't run in years, or is uneconomical to repair, selling it to a junk car buyer can be an excellent way to get the vehicle off your hands while making some extra cash. Junk car buyers will offer cash for your vehicle no matter how old, damaged, or run-down it is. While selling your car for cash is a quick and convenient process, you have a part to play in ensuring that things go smoothly. 

Here are some essential things to do before selling your junk car for cash.

Get the Paperwork in Order

Even if you're selling your car for scrap, you may still be required to transfer legal ownership of the vehicle to the buyer. Most states require that you provide the title of the car or a bill of sale, but their specific paperwork may vary depending on where you live.

Contact your DMV to know what paperwork you need.

Clean the Car Out

You may be selling your car to a salvage yard, but a car filled with unwanted junk only slows down the process of salvaging good parts and collecting scrap metal. Before selling your car, be sure to remove any personal items and belongings, which may create unnecessary clutter. Clean the car interior to ensure it is free of any accumulated dust and dirt. 

Remove Valuable Parts for Resale

After ridding the car of unwanted things, recover any valuable items that you can use or sell separately. These include the battery, GPS system, audio system, tires and rims, and airbags. If you're removing your car tires, be sure to replace them with others to allow your car to be towed by the junkyard employees 

Remove the License Plate

In most states, a car's license plate is unique to the registered vehicle owner and will not be transferred to the buyer as part of a car sale. Therefore, you may need to remove the license plate on your car and return it to your local DMV to avoid potential issues or liabilities.

Regardless of the reason why you want to sell your junk car, a junk car buyer can offer you cash and a free towing service within the same day. Contact a local junk car buyer to learn more. Be ready to provide a detailed description of the vehicle to ensure they quote a fair price.