We Pay Cash for Junk Cars in Paradise

Nope! Selling your car in Paradise is straightforward. Simply sign the California Certificate of Title to transfer ownership and file a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability online—no DMV trip required. The buyer then has 10 days to register the vehicle in their name, either at a DMV office or via the DMV’s online portal.

When you sell your junk car to Family Car Buyers in Paradise, we handle all the paperwork and guide you through every step, making the title transfer process effortless from start to finish.

In California—including Paradise—most private-party sales of running vehicles more than four model years old require a valid smog certification issued within the last 90 days. Exemptions include vehicles that are four model years old or newer, electric vehicles, motorcycles, certain diesel-powered vehicles, and trailers.

However, if you’re selling a non-running car directly to a trusted junk car buyer like Family Car Buyers, you do not need a smog certificate. Because the vehicle is destined for scrap rather than re-registration, the emissions check is waived. When you sell your junk car to us in Paradise, we handle all remaining paperwork and guide you through every step—no smog check required!

There is no separate “junk slip” required to junk a car in Paradise. Instead, you transfer ownership by signing over the Certificate of Title to a licensed dismantler, salvage yard, or specialized junk car buyer like us. Once they’ve taken possession, the yard files for a Junk Certificate with the DMV to formally cancel the vehicle’s registration.

As the seller, you should also file a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability online through the DMV website immediately after the sale to protect yourself from any future liabilities. When you sell your junk car to us, we handle the title signing and submit your release of liability.

Absolutely! Family Car Buyers offers complimentary towing anywhere in Paradise—including neighborhoods near Paradise Community Park, homes along Skyway, and properties tucked in foothill areas like Magalia and Concow. Whether your vehicle is parked near Neal Road or off Pentz Road, we’ll come to you at no cost.

We handle all the logistics for you—coordinating pickups around Paradise and Butte County, fitting into your schedule without the usual fees or fuss.

When you’re ready to junk a car in Paradise, the first step is to secure the vehicle’s Certificate of Title—whether it’s a clean title, salvage title, or even one with a lien. If you don’t have the title in hand, you’ll need to request a duplicate from the DMV before moving forward.

Next, rather than filing any special “junk” application yourself, you simply sign over the title (including the salvage sections if applicable) directly to Family Car Buyers. Once we take possession of your signed title, we’ll submit the necessary paperwork to the DMV to obtain a Junk Certificate, which officially cancels your vehicle’s registration.

Finally, as the seller, you’ll want to protect yourself from future liabilities by filing a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability online with the California DMV. This step ensures any parking tickets or incidents after the sale aren’t tied to you.

When you sell your junk car to us, we handle every one of these steps—title signing, junk certification, and release filing—so you can sit back and enjoy the extra cash without worrying about the red tape.

No, you can’t legally sell any vehicle in Paradise (or anywhere in California) without a valid Certificate of Title. If your title is missing, you must obtain a duplicate from the DMV before the sale. There are no broad “no-title” exceptions for private sales or transfers.
Even when selling a non-running or junk car to a licensed buyer like us, you still need the title (or a completed duplicate application) to sign over ownership. In other words, every sale, regular or salvage, requires a title in hand.

With Paradise’s commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices, selling your junk car for cash is an environmentally responsible choice, as it ensures proper disposal and recycling of the vehicle. Paradise residents know the importance of living in a vibrant and clean community. That’s why holding on to old clunkers in Paradise is simply not the way to go! They take up valuable space in your driveway, affect the aesthetic appeal, and can even generate unnecessary issues with neighbors.