About us

Chicago's South Side junk car buyer

We're a locally owned junk car buyer based at 4557 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653. For over a decade we've paid top cash for unwanted vehicles across Chicago — running or not, title or no title.

Why neighbors call us first

South Side Junk Cars was built on one promise: a fair cash offer and a clean tow — same day, every day. We're licensed, bonded, and insured in Illinois, and we recycle every vehicle responsibly.

  • Licensed & insured Illinois junk car buyer
  • Real cash on the spot — no checks, no waiting
  • Free same-day towing across Chicagoland
  • Open 24 hours — call any time, day or night
  • Based in Bronzeville — your local team
10,000+
Cars purchased
$500–$20K
Cash paid
2–4 hrs
Avg pickup time
4.9 ★
Customer rating
(708) 249-5491