Questions and answers

Short answers to the questions sellers and parts customers ask most. Each one links to the page with the full explanation.

Selling a used vehicle

What do you need from me to get started?

The year, make, model, mileage, condition and where the vehicle is. Photos help. Request a quote

What affects my used car's offer?

Mainly its year, make, model, mileage, condition, damage and service history, plus what buyers are looking for at the time. What affects the value of your used car

Do you buy running used vehicles?

Yes, running or not. Sell your used car

Do you buy damaged vehicles or vehicles that don't run?

Yes. We buy accident-damaged vehicles and vehicles that don't run.

How do you give me an offer?

When you get in touch, we ask for the year, kilometres, location, any missing parts, mechanical problems and any money owing, then confirm a price in writing by text or WhatsApp.

Will the price change when you collect the vehicle?

Not if we have confirmed it in writing. We honour a written price every time, unless the vehicle turns out to have missing parts.

How will I be paid?

Usually by e-transfer from AKJ's company account.

Can I sell a car that still has a loan on it?

Not if the vehicle runs. We do buy accident-damaged vehicles that still have a loan. Either way, bring the registration and photo ID.

Do you buy electric or hybrid vehicles?

Yes, electric and hybrid vehicles in any condition.

Paperwork

What paperwork do I need when I sell a used vehicle in BC?

ICBC publishes steps for a private sale covering the transfer form, plates and insurance; ask your Autoplan broker how they apply to a sale to a business. When you sell to AKJ, bring the registration and photo ID. We remove the plates and give them to you, so you can cancel your insurance, and you receive a bill of sale. ICBC's steps, explained

What do I do with my plates and insurance if my car is scrapped?

We remove the plates and give them to you, so you can cancel your insurance. Ask your Autoplan broker whether you also need to cancel the registration.

Collection

Do you collect vehicles?

Yes. Collection is free, and same-day pickup is often available. Scrap car removal

Can you collect a non-running vehicle?

Yes, at no charge.

What access information do you need?

Where the vehicle is parked, whether the wheels turn, and anything that blocks the way, such as a locked gate or a parkade height limit. Scrap car removal

Which areas do you serve?

Surrey, Langley, Coquitlam, Vancouver, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Richmond, Squamish, Delta, Burnaby, New Westminster and Hope, and the rest of the Lower Mainland. Service areas

Used parts

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Tell us the make, model, year and vehicle location to request a quote.

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