Why KMC Scrap Buying Saves You Money
Where regular dealerships charge you steep fees, KMC JAPAN turns your scrap into immediate positive cash.
| Item / Service | General Dealers / Scrap Yards | KMC JAPAN (Direct) |
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Towing & Vehicle Pickup
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¥15,000 - ¥30,000 charged |
100% Free (¥0)
Own flatbed trucks for non-runners
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Scrap Disposal & Crushing
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¥10,000 - ¥20,000 charged |
Zero Cost (¥0)
Recycling network eliminates fees
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Deregistration & Paperwork
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¥5,000+ or DIY at registry |
100% Free Agency (¥0)
We handle registry visits completely
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Purchase Price for Car
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¥0 or negative (disposal bill) |
¥0+ Guaranteed & High Valuation
Export & metal resource values applied
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Tax & Insurance Refunds
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Often retained or offset by fees |
Full Transparent Guidance & Refund
Prorated tax refunds returned
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Payment Method & Timing
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Bank transfer weeks later |
Instant Same-Day Cash on Site
No waiting, zero anxiety
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Vehicle Types We Purchase
From aged high-mileage cruisers to totaled wrecks, non-runners, and flood vehicles — we evaluate true worth.
Old & High-Mileage Cars
Over 100k or 200k km, 20+ years old. Global demand for Japanese engineering ensures great value.
- 20+ years old models
- 150k - 250k+ km mileage
- Vans, trucks, diesel engines
Broken & Faulty Vehicles
Dead engine, transmission slippage, electrical faults. Even if deemed unrepairable, we value individual parts.
- Engine blown / won’t crank
- Transmission / CVT slipping
- Hybrid battery warning light
Accident & Damaged Cars
Severe frame distortion, deployed airbags, non-drivable wrecks. We pick up directly from the accident scene or yard.
- Front-end smashed / frame bent
- Airbags deployed / non-drivable
- Pickup from body shop / storage
Immobile & Parked Cars
Stored in yards, barns, or monthly lots for years. Flat tires, dead battery — extracted cleanly with winch trucks.
- Unused for several to 10+ years
- Flat tires, seized brakes, overgrown
- Tight alleys & parking garage exits
Submerged & Flood-Hit Cars
Flooded by Kyushu typhoons or torrential rain. Electrically hazardous cars recovered safely with zero penalty.
- Floor carpet / seat-level flooding
- Mud intrusion / short-circuited electrics
- Insurance total loss with papers
Expired Inspection / No Plates
Cannot legally drive on public roads? Temporarily deregistered? No temporary plates needed; we transport with carriers.
- Inspection expired months / years ago
- Temporarily deregistered (no plates)
- No temporary plate application needed
3 Key Reasons KMC Pays Top Value for Scrap Cars
Wondering why we can pay high cash for old broken cars? Here is our transparent business model.
Direct Global Export Network
Vehicles deemed worthless in Japan — high mileage, older diesels, commercial vans — are in tremendous demand across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. With our own direct export pipelines, we return that premium directly to you in cash.
Accurate Parts & Metal Commodity Valuation
Even severely wrecked or flooded non-runners contain high-value commodities: catalytic converters (platinum, palladium, rhodium), structural aluminum, steel, and salvageable panels. We assess actual commodity values rather than treating them as trash.
Zero Middlemen — Direct One-Stop Operation
Regular dealers pass dead cars to third-party scrap yards or wholesale auctions, pocketing fees and reducing your payout. KMC handles appraisal, carrier pickup, legal deregistration, and dismantling internally, putting that saved margin straight into your hands.
From Inquiry to Cash in Hand: 4 Easy Steps
Our staff guides you through every step. Effortless and stress-free even for first-time sellers.
Apply for Free Appraisal
Submit details via our 24/7 web form, LINE (send car photos for an instant quote), or phone (092-518-3525).
Receive Instant Quote
Our automotive specialists check current commodity and export pricing to deliver your highest guaranteed offer promptly.
Free Pickup & Towing
Once agreed, we dispatch our carrier truck to your location at your preferred time. 100% free towing across Kyushu.
Contract & Instant Cash
Upon document verification, we hand over full cash immediately on site. All deregistration paperwork is handled free of charge.
Documents Needed for Scrap Car Selling
Requirements differ slightly between passenger cars and kei cars. Missing docs? We help you resolve them.
普通車（白ナンバー）の書類
- 自動車検査証（車検証）：原本をご用意ください（紛失時はご相談）。
- 自賠責保険証明書：車検切れの場合でも保管があればご用意。
- 印鑑登録証明書：発行から3ヶ月以内のもの1通。
- 実印：印鑑証明書と同一の実印をご捺印いただきます。
- リサイクル券（預託証明書）：紛失していても当社で照会可能です。
軽自動車（黄ナンバー）の書類
- 自動車検査証（車検証）：原本（紛失時はご相談ください）。
- 自賠責保険証明書：お手元にあればご用意ください。
- 認印：実印・印鑑証明書は不要（認印のみでOK）。
- リサイクル券：紛失していても問題ございません。
- ナンバープレート：車両に付いている状態のままで引取可能です。
Kyushu-Wide Free Appraisal & Towing Areas
Based in Ogori, Fukuoka, our carrier trucks cover all corners of Kyushu. Fast and reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scrap Car Buying
Here are clear answers to the most common questions regarding scrap car purchase and procedures.