Getting rid of that unsightly junk car in your yard can be made easy with a reputable salvage yard. And better yet, you can make a decent bit of money in the process, too. As the experts warn, however, unwary sellers are often fleeced by shady buyers. 

So how can you avoid a scam and get some cash for your junk car? The following tips will help:

• Sell to a Licensed Salvage Yard: Reliable businesses speed up the junk car removal process by helping with the paperwork and providing fast and easy payment. Additionally, companies that have membership in professional organizations are held to high-quality standards, so you know you’re not getting scammed.
• Don’t Accept ‘Delayed’ Payments: One common scam is when an individual claims that they will provide payment for the junk car at a future date rather than paying you when they pick up the car. Often, that payment by mail never shows up. As such, you should sell your junk car only to a company that will pay you when they come to pick up your vehicle.
• You Need the Title & Registration: Some disreputable companies will try to convince you that you don’t need to provide any paperwork to transfer your vehicle. This is illegal. It doesn’t matter how bad of shape your car is in; even if you’re selling it for scrap, you need to have a valid title and registration to transfer ownership. Stay away from anyone who doesn’t require this as part of the transaction.

When you need to get rid of a junk car, the team at Stewart’s Used Auto Parts in Barkhamsted, CT, will provide fair payment and convenient removal services. They also offer a variety of used cars and auto parts for sale. To learn more about what this salvage yard can do for you, visit them online or call (800) 726-0871.