We buy cars in Athens, Ohio, no matter their condition or age. Whether you’re in Downtown Athens or Stewart, we come to your location with free towing service. Our coverage also includes residents along US Route 33 and nearby areas. Once we pick up your vehicle, we pay you on the spot. We handle all the details so you don’t have to worry about your old vehicle.

RunBidSell is a national auction platform, but our service is local to Athens. To ensure you get the best price for your vehicle in Athens, we coordinate your offer through a vetted network of licensed Ohio auto dealers and certified transport partners.

  • Local Pickup: Handled by our vetted and insured transport partners within Athens.
  • State Compliance: All transactions follow Ohio DMV regulations and title transfer requirements.
  • National Strength: Our central headquarters oversees every transaction to guarantee your payment and provide professional support.

Quick and Easy Cash for Your Car with a Quick Cash Offer in Athens

Call us to get an instant cash offer for your vehicle. Just share the details about your car, and we will provide an offer right away. We understand your time is important, so we focus on giving you a quick and fair response. Our team listens carefully to the information you provide to ensure we offer the best possible amount. You will not have to wait or go through extra steps to receive your offer.

We buy all types of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, hatchbacks, coupes, and convertibles. Our range covers trucks, vans, and crossovers in various conditions. We accept vehicles with mechanical problems, body damage, or missing parts. Vehicles that no longer start, have high mileage, or show signs of rust are included. Flood-damaged or fire-affected cars, as well as those deemed totaled, fall within our purchases. We also handle vehicles involved in accidents or with salvage titles.

The vehicles we purchase frequently come with these common issues already present:

  • Supercharger Malfunction
  • Transmission Electrical Fault
  • Clogged Heater Core
  • Damaged Rear Hatch
  • Hub Bearing Failure
  • Trailing Arm Corrosion
  • Battery Management Failure
  • Front Impact Crumpling
  • Missing Ignition Switch

Free Towing in Athens Ohio and on the Spot Payment

In Athens, you can easily schedule a pickup time that works for you. We provide free towing and come to your location to collect the vehicle. When we arrive, we pay you on the spot and handle all the paperwork. Our towing service usually happens within 24 to 48 hours after you set the appointment.

Payment Transparency: Receive a Secure Corporate Check or Cash at the time of pickup. All payments are verified and issued by our licensed local partners. No delays and no waiting for a check in the mail.

Note: For the safety of our customers and transport teams, high-value transactions are typically completed via Guaranteed Corporate Check. This ensures a secure, professional exchange and provides you with a traceable paper trail for your records.

👍 Good to Know


Athens Junk Car Buyers Data – RunBidSell (Jan 2026)

$2289
Average Junk Car Offer

29 Hours
Average Pick Up Time

YES
Same Day Service Available

RunBidSell Junk Car Removal Service Areas in Athens

We buy junk cars everywhere in Athens, including these Athens Ohio Neighborhoods: Downtown Athens, The Plains, and Stewart. We also serve the following ZIP codes: 45701, 45710.

Athens FAQs About Cash for Junk Cars

Q: Are your services available in the University District area?
A: We serve the University District area and the rest of Athens, including Eastside and Westside.

Q: Are there any specific rules in Athens Ohio about towing junk cars from residential areas?
A: Yes, in Athens Ohio, vehicles left on public streets for more than 48 hours may be towed by the city, so when we buy junk cars, we arrange prompt local pickup to help you avoid fines or towing fees from the Athens Police Department. This is especially common around the uptown area and near Ohio University housing where regulations are strictly enforced.

Q: What types of vehicles do you commonly buy in Athens Ohio neighborhoods like The Plains or Stuart’s Opera House district?
A: We often buy older sedans and SUVs popular in Athens Ohio, such as Ford Focuses and Toyota Camrys, plus junk vehicles like beat-up pickups used for local farm work near The Plains. Since Athens has a mix of college-town traffic and rural areas, we adjust our offers to reflect typical local demand and vehicle conditions unique to this region.

Q: Does RunBidSell buy junk cars in other locations?
A: We buy junk cars throughout Ohio. Locations near Athens include Lancaster, Zanesville and Pickerington.

Athens Insights: Junk Car Values and Trends*

In Athens, we see a mix of different vehicles come through our doors. Older cars like 2008-2012 Honda Civics and Ford F-150 trucks are still popular because they are reliable and affordable. We also buy quite a few of the 2015-2018 Chevrolet Silverados, which are in good shape and sought after for parts or repair. On the other hand, we notice fewer late model cars like 2020 and newer Toyota Camrys because people are holding onto them longer or fixing them up. Many vehicles in our area have some form of damage, often from minor accidents or rust from years of exposure. We also purchase trucks and SUVs with high mileage, usually over 150,000 miles, often with engine issues or worn out parts. We notice more smaller sedans from the early 2000s that are worn out and sometimes have body damage. Lately, there’s been a rise in older minivans, like the 2005-2010 Dodge Caravans, which tend to have issues with their transmissions or electrical systems.

*Market data analyzed and verified by the RunBidSell Valuation Team for Jan 2026.

 

Recent Athens Transactions

1997 Honda Civic - Salvage - $215
2004 Toyota Sienna - Scrap - $950
2010 GMC Terrain - Wrecked - $790
2008 Jeep Wrangler - Non Running - $4,515
2015 Audi Q3 - Non Running - $4,800
2009 Chevrolet Traverse - Used - $3,125
2014 Honda Odyssey - Clunker - $3500

Athens Resources for Selling Your Junk Car

Athens Government Portal
Athens, Ohio provides guidelines and resources on the proper disposal and removal of abandoned or junk vehicles within the community.
Athens Government Address: 8 East Washington Street, Athens, OH 45701

Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles
The Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles website provides official information and forms related to the requirements for transferring ownership when selling a motor vehicle in the state.

Guide to Vehicle Sales in Ohio
This guide provides detailed information on the necessary documentation, legal requirements, and procedures involved in selling a vehicle in Ohio.