Whether you’re in downtown San Marcos, Lake San Marcos, or near Double Peak Park, we are here to assist you in turning your junk car into cash. We’re happy to help San Marcos, California, at RunBidSell! This friendly community makes your vehicle a necessary asset as you explore Double Peak Park or learn about local history at the San Marcos Historical Society Museum. Whether you’re commuting to work or spending a delightful day at Discovery Lake, your car is important for your daily activities. We’re here to simplify the selling process, ensuring you get top dollar for your unwanted vehicle, while you continue to enjoy all that San Marcos has to offer!

Get Your Instant Car Offer

Reach out at any time, day or night, and we’ll get you a cash offer for your car, truck, SUV, or van. Share the make, model, mileage, and condition. No photo uploads or callbacks are needed! Our operators are available 24/7 to ensure you get that instant offer.

Sell Any Used or Pre-Owned Vehicle

Have a car, truck, van, or SUV for sale in San Marcos? We buy all types. If you own a junk car or an old truck, we want it. Even if it’s damaged or wrecked, we’ll gladly take it. We also accept vehicles with mechanical issues and non-running examples. If your vehicle has been in an accident, don’t stress; we’re ready to buy it. No need to worry about the year, make, or model, we buy nearly everything.

  • High Mileage Vehicles
  • Damaged
  • Salvage Trucks
  • Current Safety Recalls
  • Emissions System
  • Interior Damage
  • Engine Malfunction
  • Rusted
  • Current Safety Recalls

Free Towing and Instant Payment

Our junk car towing service has zero fees. When we arrive, we’ll check your paperwork and pay you right then and there. Most cars are picked up in San Marcos within a day or two, and we can often accommodate same day service.

👍 Good to Know

Average San Marcos Vehicle Offer
$3461
Nov 2025 Data

Average San Marcos Pick Up Time
29 Hours
Nov 2025 Data

Service Areas in San Marcos

We serve every neighborhood in San Marcos, making selling your car fast and easy.
San Marcos California Neighborhoods: Discovery Lake, Twin Oaks, Richland, Creekside, San Elijo Hills, Palomar Estates.

San Marcos FAQs

Q: What vehicles do you buy the most?
A: The Toyota 4Runner and BMW 3 Series are among the most frequently sold.

Q: Are there particular vehicle makes you are interested in acquiring in San Marcos?
A: We focus on buying all makes and models in San Marcos. Contact us, and we will offer you a price!

Q: Must I upload car photos to get an offer for my vehicle?
A: Uploading car photos is not necessary to get an offer. High-value vehicles might need photos before pickup, but you’ll still get an offer initially.

Q: Do you pick up junk cars in the Discovery Hills area?
A: Yes, we cover all of San Marcos, including the Discovery Hills area.

Q: Do I need the title under my name to sell my car in San Marcos?
A: Yes, the title should be under your name to sell your car in San Marcos.

Q: Do I have to pay for towing in San Marcos?
A: No, you do not have to pay for towing in San Marcos.

Q: Who is responsible for administering state incentives for junk car recycling in San Marcos?
A: The city hall handles state incentives. Visit them at 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069. You can also check on the San Marcos Government Portal.

Q: Do you buy cars in other locations?
A: We buy vehicles throughout California. Locations near San Marcos include Escondido, Vista and Poway.

San Marcos Insights

At San Marcos, we often buy a variety of vehicles from different eras and conditions. Older models like 2000-2005 Ford F-150s and Honda Civics are still common because some people keep their trucks and cars for years. We notice that smaller trucks and SUVs, such as Toyota RAV4s and Chevrolet Equinoxes from the mid-2000s, are getting more popular. Many of these vehicles have high miles, often over 150,000, and sometimes have engine or transmission issues. We also see a lot of older sedans, like 1999-2004 Toyota Camrys and Ford Focuses, which have been damaged in minor accidents or have rust problems. Lately, there’s a rise in late model trucks from 2010-2015, especially Ford F-150 and Dodge Ram pickups, which are in demand for parts or repairs. But, on the downside, cars from before 2000 are less common because they tend to be too old or have worn out parts. We also get a steady number of junk vehicles, especially when they are badly damaged in crashes or have ended up sitting too long without repairs. It’s mostly vehicles from the early 2000s that have body rust, mechanical failures, or engine trouble. Whether it’s a family vehicle that’s seen better days or a truck that was used hard, the vehicles we buy reflect what people are holding onto longer and what’s getting replaced more often. This mix shows how the local vehicle scene is changing over time in San Marcos.

 

Recent Offers

2018 Kia Telluride - Non Running - $4575
2011 Chevrolet Blazer - Accident - $2965
2011 Subaru Outback - Junk - $845
2015 Mazda CX-5 - Total Loss - $645
2015 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 - Scrap - $4515
2012 Subaru Ascent - Junk - $1145

What San Marcos Customers Are Saying:

My junk Toyota Sienna had been in an accident. Called them, and towing didn’t cost anything. – Alyssa V.


Every second of this process exceeded my expectations. The great offer on my junk car was just the icing on the cake. – Wayne V.


I thought selling my junk vehicle would be a nightmare, but it went better than I imagined. I filled out a simple form online. An offer came pretty fast, and I accepted it. They picked a pickup time that worked for my schedule. I wasn’t charged for towing, and I got cash when they arrived. It was less stressful than I expected. – Dana B.