Whether you’re in downtown Palo Alto, Professorville, or near Stanford University, we’re excited to help you turn your junk car into cash. At RunBidSell, we’re thrilled to support Palo Alto, California! Renowned for its innovation and vibrant atmosphere, your vehicle is indispensable for visits to Stanford University and the Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve. Whether commuting to work or exploring the Cantor Arts Center, your car plays a key role in your life. We make selling your unwanted vehicle a breeze, ensuring you get a great price while continuing to enjoy all that Palo Alto has to offer!
Sell Your Car with an Instant Cash Offer
Feel free to call us any time, day or night, and we’ll provide a cash offer for your car, truck, SUV, or van. Just tell us the make, model, mileage, and condition. You won’t have to upload photos or wait for follow-up calls. Our live operators are available 24/7 to provide you with an instant offer.
Sell Any Junk or Unwanted Vehicle
We buy all types of vehicles in Palo Alto, whether it’s a car, truck, van, or SUV, we buy them all. If you have a junk car or an old truck that you need to get rid of, we want it. Even if it’s damaged or wrecked, we’ll take it off your hands. Vehicles with mechanical issues or those that won’t run are also welcome. If your car has been in an accident, no worries; we can help. There’s no need to stress over the year, make, or model, we buy almost everything in Palo Alto.
- Non Running Automobiles
- Doesn’t Start
- Wrecked Vehicles
- Minivans
- Damaged Chassis
- Used Suvs
- Brake System Issues
- Bad Hybrid Batteries
- Faulty Powertrain
Free Towing and Instant Payment
Our junk car towing service is entirely free, with no hidden costs to worry about. We’ll handle the paperwork when we arrive and pay you on the spot. Most vehicles are picked up in Palo Alto within a day or two, and we can frequently accommodate same day pickups.
👍 Good to Know
Average Palo Alto Vehicle Offer
$2997
October 2025 Data
Average Palo Alto Pick Up Time
33 Hours
October 2025 Data
Service Areas in Palo Alto
We serve every neighborhood in Palo Alto, making selling your car fast and easy.
Palo Alto California Neighborhoods: Crescent Park, Downtown, Duveneck/St. Francis, Midtown, Old Palo Alto, Professorville, and Southgate.
✔ RunBidSell’s Top Tips for Selling Your Car
- Different companies have different ways of addressing title issues. RunBidSell is known for offering assistance with various title problems. If you encounter any issues with your vehicle’s title, call RunBidSell for help. They will guide you through the process and provide specific advice to resolve any paperwork challenges.
- Before completing the sale of your vehicle, make sure to inquire about any hidden fees. Additional charges related to towing or handling paperwork might not be immediately clear. Clarifying these details beforehand helps prevent unexpected costs.
- If you’re emotionally attached to your car, don’t let that affect the price. Set a price based on the car’s market value. Look at similar vehicles and adjust your price accordingly to ensure it’s fair and competitive.
Palo Alto FAQs
Q: What vehicles do you buy the most?
A: The Hyundai Excel, Geo Metro, and Honda Fit are among the most frequently sold.
Q: Are there specific vehicle types you purchase in Palo Alto?
A: We purchase a wide range of vehicle types in Palo Alto, including cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans.
Q: Do I need to upload photos to get an offer for my car?
A: No, you don’t need to upload photos to get an offer. High-value vehicles might require photos before pickup, but you’ll get an offer initially.
Q: Is your service available in the Barron Park area?
A: We serve the Barron Park area and the rest of Palo Alto, including Midtown and Charleston Gardens.
Q: Do I need my name on the title to sell my vehicle in Palo Alto?
A: Generally, yes, but there may be exceptions. Give us a call to find out.
Q: Are towing services complimentary in Palo Alto?
A: Yes, towing services are complimentary in Palo Alto.
Q: Where can I find help with junk vehicle recycling and achieving environmental goals in Palo Alto?
A: The city hall offers help. Visit them at 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301. You can also check on the Palo Alto Government Portal.
Q: Do you buy cars in other locations?
A: We buy vehicles throughout California. Locations near Palo Alto include:
Palo Alto Insights
In Palo Alto, we often buy a mix of older and newer vehicles, with trucks and SUVs making up a big part of what we see. Pickup trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado and Toyota Tacoma tend to be popular, especially models from the early 2010s. Many of these trucks have high mileage and sometimes engine problems or rust issues, but they still sell well because they’re sturdy and in demand for work or hauling. Sedans like the Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata are also common. These cars usually range from 2008 to 2014 and often face transmission wear or electrical glitches as they age. Hatchbacks, especially the Ford Focus and Mazda3, are easy to find but often come with worn out suspensions and clutch problems, especially in models from around 2012. Buyers look for vehicles that can still run reliably, so we see more requests for cars with fewer mechanical issues and decent tires. Over the past year, the market for these vehicles has remained pretty stable, with values fluctuating just a little, around 3%, mostly on older models with extensive mileage or serious repair needs. Vehicles from about a decade ago are common, but cars from the early 2000s are starting to phase out, replaced by more recent models.
Recent Offers
What Palo Alto Customers Are Saying:
I had to sell my car with transmission problems, and they gave me an instant cash offer that worked for me in Palo Alto. – Laura Q.
I wanted to sell my old Jeep Liberty, which had too many miles and some rust. I made a quick call to the company for an offer. They responded in no time with a fair amount. I accepted without hesitation. I chose a pickup time that worked, and I appreciated the free towing. I was paid when they arrived. – Nathan O.