We Buy Damaged and Non Running Cars in Burnaby
Crashed, flooded or dead in the driveway? We still pay cash for it.
- Paid on the spot
- Our own flatbed
- Quotes often same day
- ICBC paperwork help
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Get Your Free Cash Offer
Tell us about your vehicle. We reply with a clear price, often the same day.
Want to sell a damaged car in Burnaby without the hassle? Metropolis Auto buys cars that were hit in an accident, cars with engine or transmission failure, and cars that simply will not start. You don’t need to fix anything first. Send us photos of the damage, get a cash offer, and we pick the car up where it sits.
Damaged Car Buyers Who Make It Simple
Selling a broken car privately is hard. Buyers lowball you, cancel at the last minute, or ask you to tow it to them. A body shop may charge more than the car is worth. We take that stress away.
- No fixing first. We buy the car as it is today.
- No towing for you to arrange. Our flatbed comes to you.
- No guessing. We tell you the price before we book.
Types of Damage We Buy
Accident Damaged Cars
Front end hits, side impacts, rear end damage, bent frames and airbags that went off. Send photos from all four sides plus the inside, and tell us if the car still rolls.
Cars That Won’t Start
Dead engines, seized engines, blown head gaskets, timing belt failure and electrical problems. If the car will not start, that is fine. We just need to know if the wheels turn.
Transmission Problems
Slipping gears, no reverse or a car that won’t move at all. A bad transmission often costs more to fix than an older car is worth, which makes selling it the smart move.
Flood Damaged Cars
Water in the cabin or engine can ruin a car’s electrical system. Let us know how high the water came and how long the car sat in it.
Fire Damaged Cars
Engine fires and cabin fires. Tell us which parts of the car were burned so we can give you a fair offer.
Written Off Cars
If your car was written off after a crash and you still own it, we can make an offer. If ICBC or another company paid your claim and kept the car, it no longer belongs to you, and you can’t sell it.
How We Move Cars That Don’t Roll
A car that won’t start is easy. A car that won’t roll takes the right tools. When the wheels are locked, the tires are flat or a wheel is missing, our driver uses the right equipment to get the car safely onto our flatbed.
That means we can usually reach cars in:
- Underground parkades with low ceilings
- Tight townhouse driveways
- Back lanes and side lots
- Business parking lots and shop bays
Tell us exactly where the car is and what it can still do, and we will plan the right pickup.
How Damage Changes Your Cash Offer
Damage lowers the value of some parts, but the car still has metal and parts that are worth money. When we look at a damaged car, we consider:
- Which parts still work, like the engine, transmission and doors
- Whether the catalytic converter and wheels are still on the car
- The weight of the car, since metal value is the base of every offer
- How hard the pickup will be
For a full breakdown, read our guide on how much your scrap car is worth.
How to Sell Your Damaged Car
- 01Take photos. All four sides, the damage up close, the dashboard and the engine bay if you can open the hood.
- 02Call or send the form. Tell us what happened, whether it starts and whether it rolls.
- 03Get your offer. We give you a clear cash price.
- 04Book pickup. We come to you at a time that suits you.
- 05Sign and get paid. You sign the ICBC Transfer/Tax Form and get paid before the car is loaded.
Need to check your papers first? See our BC paperwork guide.
More Ways We Can Help
If your car is simply old and worn out rather than damaged, our scrap car removal page explains that service. Running a business with old machines to clear? See heavy equipment removal.
We buy damaged cars across Burnaby and in Vancouver, New Westminster and Coquitlam.
Can I sell my car after an accident if ICBC wrote it off?
It depends on who owns the car now. If ICBC or another company paid your claim and took the car, it is no longer yours to sell. If you kept the car, Metropolis Auto can buy it like any other damaged car in Burnaby. Send us the registration details and photos of the damage, and we will give you a cash offer.
Do you buy cars with a blown engine?
Yes. A blown engine, a seized engine or a cracked block is one of the most common reasons people sell to us. The car still has value in its metal, body and other parts. Tell Metropolis Auto the year, make and model, and whether the car rolls, and we will make you an offer for your car in Burnaby.
My car has airbags that went off. Can I still sell it?
Yes. Cars with deployed airbags are common after an accident, and we buy them. Airbags that went off do lower the value of the car a little, so mention it when you ask for a quote. Send clear photos of the inside of the car and of the outside damage, and Metropolis Auto will give you an honest number.
Can you pick up a car with flat tires or missing wheels?
Yes, in most cases. We have picked up cars with flat tires and even a Honda Civic with no wheels at all. Tell us exactly what is wrong when you book, and send a photo of each corner of the car. That way we bring the right tools to your Burnaby address and the pickup goes smoothly.
Should I fix my car before I sell it?
Usually not. Fixing a damaged car often costs more than the value it adds, especially on an older car. Metropolis Auto buys damaged and non running cars as they are, so you can skip the shop bill. If you are not sure, call us with the details and we will give you a cash offer you can compare with the cost of fixing it.
Do you buy flood damaged cars?
Yes. Flood damaged cars often have electrical problems, wet carpets and rust starting under the seats. We still buy them. Tell us how high the water came, whether it was salt water or fresh water, and whether the car starts. Metropolis Auto will then give you a cash offer and pick the car up from your Burnaby address.
Find Metropolis Auto in Burnaby
Metropolis Auto
Address
208 4820 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4P1