Free pickup of scrap, junk, and end-of-life vehicles across Alberta — Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, and surrounding regions. Cash paid on collection, with partner-network experience handling the heavy-duty pickups common to Alberta's oil-industry retirements.
Cash For Cars buys scrap, junk, and end-of-life vehicles across Alberta — with primary service density in Calgary and Edmonton and free pickup throughout Alberta's major population centres. The service is built for Alberta vehicle owners whose cars have been written off, stopped running, or are no longer wanted — including the heavy-duty pickups common in oil-industry operations. The process is straightforward: free online estimate, free pickup, cash on collection. Outside Calgary and Edmonton, expect 1–3 business days depending on partner-network availability.
Scrap car payouts in Alberta typically range from $200 to $450 for sedans and $350 to $900 for SUVs and light trucks, based on 2026 market conditions and an average Alberta steel rate of $0.08 per pound. Heavy-duty pickup trucks, common in oil-industry use, often command the top of the range due to higher metal weight.
| Vehicle class | Typical Alberta payout range |
|---|---|
| Sedans | $200–$450 |
| SUVs and light trucks | $350–$900 |
| Heavy-duty pickup trucks | Top of the SUV/truck range, with parts premium when engine, transmission, and catalytic converter are intact — actual offers may exceed standard ranges |
| Steel rate | ~$0.08 / lb provincial average |
Alberta's heavy-truck market is a distinctive part of the provincial picture. Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 pickups, Chevrolet Silverado 1500/2500/3500, and Ram pickups retired from oil-patch work are common end-of-life vehicles across the province. Their higher metal weight, combined with parts demand from the commercial-use repair market, often delivers offers at the top of the truck range — and beyond it for trucks with intact drivetrains. Run the scrap and junk car value calculator for your vehicle and city to see a live estimate.
A dedicated Alberta market-rate pricing page is on the roadmap and will sit at /scrap-car-prices/alberta/ once published.
Alberta vehicle owners complete the sale with a written bill of sale and the existing registration card. At pickup, sign ownership over to the partner. Under Alberta law, the new owner is responsible for registering the transfer within 14 days — Cash For Cars partners handle that step.
The Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) regulates licensed automotive dealers in Alberta and oversees consumer-protection standards for retail vehicle transactions. A scrap car removal is a private sale of an end-of-life vehicle, not a dealer transaction.
Alberta is the only Canadian province with no provincial sales tax. Only the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST, 5%) applies, and its treatment of private vehicle scrap sales depends on the seller's circumstances — your tax advisor is the right source.
Cancel your policy with your provider before or after pickup. Cash For Cars does not handle insurance settlements — that is between you and your insurer.
AMVIC's dealer-specific rules do not directly apply to Cash For Cars or its Alberta partner network. AMVIC standards set the expected baseline for commercial vehicle transactions in Alberta, and the partner network is structured to meet that bar.
The Cash For Cars partner network covers Alberta's major population centres, with primary service density in Calgary and Edmonton. Red Deer, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Grande Prairie, and Fort McMurray are also serviced with longer scheduling windows.
Strong demand from oil-industry truck retirements drives Calgary into one of Alberta's most active scrap markets. Partner-network coverage extends across Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest Calgary, and the Beltline, with same-day pickup commonly available. A dedicated Calgary page is in development.
Edmonton is the second Alberta anchor city, with same-day coverage across central Edmonton and surrounding municipalities — St. Albert, Sherwood Park, and Spruce Grove fall within typical pickup zones. A dedicated Edmonton page is in development.
Regional towing and recycling partners cover the rest of Alberta's larger centres. Pickup timeframes are typically 2–4 business days from confirmed scheduling, depending on partner availability for your specific community. Run the calculator with your Alberta city to confirm coverage and current pricing.
Use the scrap and junk car value calculator. Select Alberta and your city; the estimate reflects vehicle weight, condition, the Alberta steel rate, and a heavy-duty truck premium where applicable.
The Alberta partner confirms your address and a pickup date. Calgary and Edmonton bookings are typically same-day. Outside those two cities, scheduling runs 2–4 business days depending on partner availability.
Have a bill of sale ready along with your registration card. To cancel insurance the same day, have your provider's contact information ready — Cash For Cars does not handle insurance, but you can call your insurer after pickup.
Payment is delivered when the vehicle is taken — cash or e-transfer, depending on the local partner. The partner then transports the vehicle and registers the ownership transfer within Alberta's 14-day window. More detail will be available in the how scrap car removal works guide once published.
Alberta's partner network regularly handles oil-patch-retired one-ton and ¾-ton trucks. Pricing reflects metal weight plus parts demand for intact drivetrains and catalytic converters.
Both anchor cities have primary partner-network density, with same-day pickup common across central Calgary, central Edmonton, and most suburbs.
Alberta is the only Canadian province with no PST. GST (5%) treatment of a private scrap car sale depends on your circumstances — your tax advisor is the right source.
Towing is built into the offer wherever the Alberta partner network operates. Surrey, BC head office with vetted Alberta partner coverage.
Eight common Alberta questions, answered directly — covering payouts, heavy-duty trucks, paperwork, pickup timing, tax, and inspection status.
Cash For Cars buys scrap, junk, and end-of-life vehicles across Alberta, with cash paid on collection. Get an Alberta-specific estimate in under a minute.
