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What is a Scrap Car Worth in Hamilton?
Scrap car prices in Hamilton range from $200 to $800 for most vehicles, with trucks and SUVs reaching $500–$1,200. Hamilton's proximity to Stelco and Dofasco's waterfront steel mills means yard demand here tracks the live steel market closely — more competition among local buyers typically produces offers at the higher end of the provincial range. Free towing is standard across all Hamilton neighbourhoods.
Scrap car removal in Hamilton is faster and more competitive than most Ontario cities — and cash for cars Hamilton offers reflect that. The city's steel mills and scrap processors along the waterfront mean more licensed yards competing for your vehicle than almost anywhere else in the province. That competition works in your favour: more buyers typically means a better offer on your scrap car. Whether your car is in Stoney Creek, Ancaster, or the east end, free pickup is standard.
Getting cash for cars in Hamilton is typically faster than most Ontario cities — yard density means competition keeps response times short and offers honest. Most vehicles are picked up within 24 hours. Payment is by e-transfer or cheque at pickup. Ontario recyclers require your vehicle ownership certificate; if it's lost, ServiceOntario can issue a replacement. The estimate above uses current Ontario steel rates, which reflect regional mill demand — Stelco and Dofasco's ongoing activity at the waterfront means Hamilton estimates track the actual market closely. One practical note: Hamilton yards are experienced with vehicles that have significant frame rust from road-salt exposure. A rusted frame doesn't disqualify a vehicle — the usable steel is still worth recovering — but declare it honestly when booking so the yard sends the right equipment.
Scrap Metal Prices in Hamilton
Full price table →Steel (HMS #1)
$0.42–$0.59/kg
OEM Cat Converter
$85–$250 ea
Aluminum (cast)
$1.68–$1.94/kg
Updated 2026-09-28 · Prices in CAD
Areas Served in Hamilton
How you get paid
Most Ontario yards pay by cash or e-transfer at the time of pickup.
Pickup timing
Same-day and next-day pickup is standard in most Ontario cities.
Ontario paperwork requirement
Ontario requires a vehicle ownership (permit) to transfer a scrap car. If yours is lost or misplaced, you can order a replacement online or in person at any ServiceOntario location before scrapping.
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