Most people don’t have a great deal of experience with quality Salvage companies. Unfortunately, this means that it is sometimes quite easy for the less reputable companies to take advantage of this lack of experience. If you do go the route of selling your vehicle to a junker, it is important that you do your research so you only work with the reputable buyers of junk cars Atlanta. To help you steer clear of the scammers out there we’ve compiled a list of salvage cars scams that you should know about. 

• The “bait and switch”: Most people are familiar with this term as it relates to buying merchandise. As it applies to the world of salvage companies it goes like this: You call up a salvage company for an estimate and you receive a firm price for what they will pay for your vehicle. However, when a representative from the company arrives you are suddenly blindsided by a quote that is far below the company’s original commitment. 
• The delayed payment hustle: You should never, ever allow a salvage dealer to tow your car away until you have been paid the full amount that you were promised. Once the car is out of your possession the buyer can make all sorts of claims and end up shorting you on what you are owed.  Showing up without the payment in hand is another version of the bait and switch.
• Paying with checks: Most salvage car dealers should be willing to pay in with cash. Checks can bounce for any number of reasons. Only deal with companies that offer you cash for your vehicle
• Adding the cost of towing to your deal: The final price you receive should never be less because a “towing” charge was tacked on by the buyer at the last minute. Salvage companies expect junk vehicles to be inoperable so they defray the cost of towing the vehicle. The only time towing should be factored in is if you decide to tow it to the yard yourself. 
• Operating without a license: Be sure to carefully research the companies you are considering using. Salvage car dealers don’t have the greatest reputation, but there are many junk yards that are legitimate businesses and will give you a fair amount of cash for your junk car.

As you can see, there are a lot of ways you can be scammed with junk cars in Atlanta. Before you make any final decisions, contact the trusted professionals at Car Removal Now to receive a free quote on your vehicle.