?? about scrapping a car

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Jonathan Murphy

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I know that this is an odd question, but how do you scrap a car? This is uncharted territory for me, but we have an old coach that just needs to go. It is a 1987 Superior Lincoln that I have tried selling as a whole but to no avail. It does run when boosted off but does need transmission work. It has sat in the garage for the past 4 years and we really need the space. Since I am not wanting to list it on Ebay or Craigslist, scrapping is the last option. I am thinking, however, about taking off the stuff that PCS people look for before it goes out the door. Once I call the local "Fred Sanford", what, if anything, do I have to do with the title? Do I keep it, give it to him or what?
 
Here in PA, alot of places won't take the car, even to scrap it, unless you DO have the title. That way, they know you didn't take the car from someone else and then take it to the scrap yard. Don't know about your area.
 
you sell the car to him for a set price . the car is then there's and the title goes with them. then you do what ever you do in your state for a title transfer. the locale man will know he will walk you threw it as he has done it a few times.
 
Title Advice VERY IMPORTANT!!

Jonathan, I would like to make a recommendation with regard to the title.

When you sell a car, it is a good idea to fill out the title to the new owner completely. You should fill in the name and address, whether it is to an individual, a dealer, or a junkyard. Always fill in the mileage, date it and sign it.Then you should make a copy of the front and back of the title and put it in a safe place.
NEVER hand someone a blank, or "open" title. Even junkyards will resell a vehicle if they possibly can. It is important to realize that if a title is still in your name, even if you have sold, or junked the vehicle, you can find yourself responsible if the car is subsequently involved in an accident, or a crime. At least if you have a record of who you sold the car to, you can most often remove yourself from the situation. There are many unscrupulous people who will drive without insurance, or legal registration and if they get in trouble, they don't mind letting an inocent person take the blame.
Protect yourself at all times. It has become a rough world and the harder things get, the more important it is to cover your ASSets.
 
scrapping a car

Jonathon,
Here in Ohio you have to sign the title over to the buyer. It should be filled out and signed in front of a notary. Here most banks have a notary on staff. They will witness your signature and info.
Have you thought of offering this coach for sale at a price equal to what a yard would give you? Just food for thought. There may be someone out there that would be willing to do some fixes if they can get a starter coach at the right price.
You could call the local title/license office in your area and ask about doing the paperwork correctly. You just want to make sure you are covered no matter who you sell to.
Mike
 
I would go for a reputable scrap metal dealer that pays by the pound. In some states you have to hand over the title, some you dont. If it is titled in your name....and you dont hand the title over, take the title to the DMV and have it "registered" as scrapped". Theres a difference WHERE you go as a junkyard only wants to pay $50-$75 as opposed to a true scrap metal dealer will pay anywhere from $6-$8 per hundred pounds. Salvage what you want off it to resell....Bill gave great advise above........I demand any car I take to the yard have at least the roof crushed before I leave the premises( if it is a running/driving car and yes I have driven some to the crusher).
 
Jonathon, is this a Superior, S&S, or what? Do you have a picture of the rear bumper? Im looking for the rear back up light assemblies for my 86 Lincoln S&S.
 
In Tennessee when you junk a car it doesn't matter if you have a title or not. Also, some junk yards won't pay you as much if they have to come get the car.

Josh
 
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