The old clunker in my driveway, which has been more decoration than a means of transportation for months, has been on my mind lately. The paint is faded, there's a suspicious rattle that sounds more like a bag of wrenches than an engine, and the interior has a subtle French fry smell. To be honest, […]

I am aware of your thoughts. It's just taking up space, that clunker in your driveway that has been a continual source of mild annoyance and perhaps even some embarrassment. It is rusting away, drawing mosquitoes, and adding to the overall "neglect" aesthetic that you are attempting to counter. You've undoubtedly thought about taking it […]

As I sit here thinking about all the different ways I can earn a little extra money, I can't help but stare at my junk car, which is a rusting hulk in my driveway. Its best days are long gone, but it has undoubtedly been a faithful companion. Right now, it's just taking up room […]

I've owned a good number of cars during my seemingly endless driving career. A few were just, some were beasts, and some were beauties. clutter. My focus today is on that final category because I want to discuss a topic that many of us deal with: getting rid of a car that has seen better […]

Even though I've always been a bit of a sentimentalist, practicality eventually wins out when it comes to my old clunker. My cherished, rusty friend, a 2005 Honda Civic that has endured more Minnesota winters than I would like to acknowledge, is finally nearing the end of its useful life. The rust is blossoming into […]

My garage is evidence that I've always been a bit of a pack rat. My old minivan, a remnant of a bygone era, is tucked away in the dark, dusty corners next to abandoned bicycles and piles of old magazines. Its once-bright paint has faded and streaked, it hasn't been used in years, & it […]

"How do I get a fair junk car price estimate in MN?" is a question that keeps coming to mind as I consider what will happen to my reliable old jalopy. I want to maximize its value even in its admittedly dilapidated state, not just sell it. Despite its beauty, rusty frames and sputtering engines […]

I'm here to talk to you about that old, beat-up car you've been meaning to get rid of—something that has probably been taking up space in your garage or driveway. I understand how it feels. I know what it's like to look at a car that has seen better days & wonder if it's worth […]

I've found myself in a situation that many Minnesotans have probably encountered: I have to sell my car, and I have to do it right away. The need for quick cash for my car is strong, whether it's due to an unforeseen upgrade, a sudden financial crisis, or simply the need to clear out my […]

My Path to a Minnesota Junk Car's Instant Offer. It began like any other typical Tuesday. I was struggling with the ignition of my reliable, but now decidedly unreliable, old sedan as the sun attempted a tentative peek through the clouds over Minnesota. After being a devoted friend for more than ten years, this car […]