Will Not Start
A no-start can be a dead battery after winter, a bad starter, or something bigger. Tell us what happens when you turn the key.
Non-Running Cars
Cash for Non-Running Cars in Edmonton
Sell your non-running car in Edmonton without paying for a repair first. MARJY CASH FOR CARS EDMONTON assesses vehicles with engine, transmission, and electrical problems for our highest offer. Tell us whether it rolls and steers so we can confirm the pickup plan. Towing is included for vehicles we buy in our service area.
4.9/5 from 230 Google reviews · checked October 2026- We buy no-starts
- Free towing when we buy
- Our own tow trucks
- We pay at pickup
Sell a Broken Car With Engine or Transmission Problems
We buy vehicles that will not start, will not stay running, or will not move in gear. You do not need a diagnosis or a repair first.
Seized Engine
A seized engine will not turn over at all. The car still has parts and metal, and we price it on that.
Failed Transmission
Tell us if it starts but will not move in gear. That matters for loading as much as for the offer.
Electrical Faults
We buy cars with electrical faults, warning lights, or a failed repair. Describe what the car does, and we quote it as-is.
What If It Will Not Roll or Steer?
A car that will not roll or steer can still sell. Tell us before we book the truck. It changes the equipment we bring and the pickup time.
Missing keys can leave the steering locked. Flat tires, seized brakes, or a transmission stuck in park can stop the wheels from turning.
| Rolling | Do the wheels turn with the car in neutral? A simple yes or no helps. |
|---|---|
| Steering | Does the steering wheel turn? Without keys, the steering column may stay locked. |
| Brakes | Tell us if the brakes feel seized or the parking brake is stuck on. |
| Tires and wheels | Flat tires or missing wheels change how we load the car. A photo of each wheel helps. |
| Keys | Missing keys do not rule out an offer when ownership is clear. Tell us so we bring the right equipment. |
Cash for Non-Running Cars: How We Assess the Value
A car that does not run still has parts and metal. We price what is on the vehicle now, not what it would be worth after repairs.
The Automotive Recyclers of Canada lists year, make, model, mileage, condition, and location as value factors. Scrap metal prices and demand for catalytic converters move values too.
If a mechanic already checked the car, tell us what they found. It helps us price the car more accurately.
If the vehicle still drives and you want to compare a direct sale with a listing, see how to sell your used car based on condition and mileage.
- Year, make, model, and mileage
- Body, glass, and interior condition
- Whether the engine, transmission, and catalytic converter are still on the car
- Weight and current scrap metal prices
- Where the car sits and how hard it is to reach
Non-Running Vehicle Removal in Edmonton
Our own tow trucks collect the car from where it stopped. Towing is free when we buy the vehicle in our service area.
We only tow vehicles we buy, so this is not roadside assistance. We cover Edmonton and nearby towns such as St. Albert, Sherwood Park, and Leduc.
On the Street
Edmonton's 72-hour street rule covers cars that do not run. If the City left a notice, tell us the date when you call.
Back Alley or Driveway
Tell us if snow, a gate, or another vehicle blocks it. A truck needs room to line up and load.
Underground Parkade
Send the clearance height and the stall level. Low ceilings change the equipment we send.
Repair Shop or Storage Yard
Give us the business name and its release rules. Ask about any storage fees before pickup.
Paperwork and Payment at Pickup
The registered owner signs a bill of sale at pickup. We confirm the payment method before the truck comes and pay at the handoff.
Before choosing a buyer, use our pick-and-pull cash-for-cars comparison to check the offer amount, collection terms, and payment arrangements.
| Who signs | The registered owner, or someone with authority to sign, such as an estate executor. |
|---|---|
| What to have | Registration, government photo ID, and the keys if you have them. |
| Bill of sale | We both sign it. Alberta's standard bill of sale, form REG3126, records the VIN, the price, and both names. |
| Your plate | Alberta plates stay with the owner. Remove yours, then cancel the registration at a registry agent with form REG3106. |
| Payment | We pay at the handoff, using the method we confirmed before pickup. |
Recent Vehicles We Bought
Real pickups from our log, with the date and neighbourhood of each collection.
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Calder, Edmonton · August 26, 2026
2014 Audi Q5
Lynnwood, Edmonton · August 25, 2026
2001 Ford F-150
Downtown, Fort Saskatchewan · August 21, 2026
2008 Honda Civic
Bisset, Edmonton · August 20, 2026
Cash for Non-Running Cars Questions
Is a car that will not start worth anything?
Yes. It still has parts and metal. The offer depends on the year, make, model, condition, and location. Send photos and tell us what failed, and we quote it as-is.
Should I fix it before I sell it?
No. We buy it as-is, so you do not need to repair, boost, or clean it. If you have a repair quote, compare it with our offer before you decide.
Can you tow a car that will not roll?
Often, yes. It depends on where the car sits and whether a truck can load it safely. Tell us before we book, because it changes the equipment and timing.
Do I need the keys?
Missing keys do not rule out an offer when ownership is clear. Without keys, the steering may be locked, so tell us before we book the truck.
Is towing free for a non-running car?
Yes, when we buy the vehicle in our service area. We only tow vehicles we buy, so we do not offer roadside towing.
What if there is still a loan on the car?
Tell us about the loan when you ask for an offer. A lender payout or discharge is needed for the sale.
Check our pickup service areas and send the exact collection address when requesting an offer.
Get Your Offer
Call or send the year, make, model, condition, and pickup location. We confirm the offer and pickup before you decide.
(780) 709-6240