Everything You Need to Know About Scrap Car Removal in Quebec

Simply call us or complete the online form with your vehicle’s make, model, year and current condition. A member of our team will provide a no-obligation cash offer within minutes. We assess all types of vehicles — running, non-running, damaged, flooded or simply old.

Several factors determine your vehicle’s cash value:

• Make, model and year — some brands have higher demand for recycled parts
• Overall condition — running vehicles are often worth more
• Mileage and mechanical state
• Current scrap metal market prices — steel, aluminum and copper fluctuate
• Location — proximity to our yard affects logistics costs

Even a severely damaged or non-running car has value through its recyclable materials.

Yes — we accept all makes, models and conditions. Whether your car is 30 years old, has engine failure, fire or flood damage, or simply failed its inspection, we will take it and pay you cash. We also handle trucks, SUVs, minivans and commercial vehicles.

Payment is made on the spot at the time of vehicle pickup — either by cash or certified cheque. You never have to wait days or chase invoices. Our driver arrives, confirms the vehicle details, and hands you your payment immediately.

There is no fixed minimum or maximum. Every vehicle is assessed individually. Even a completely stripped shell has scrap metal value. Contact us for your personalized quote — there is never an obligation to accept.

100% free — no hidden charges. Top Recyclage covers all removal and towing costs. The price we quote you is the amount you receive. We never add fuel surcharges, road fees or administrative costs after the fact.

In the majority of cases we offer same-day pickup. Urgent requests are typically handled within 1–3 hours. We serve the entire Greater Montreal region, including Laval, Terrebonne, Blainville, Dorval, Lachine, Saint-Jérôme and surrounding areas.

Yes — the registered owner (or a legally authorised representative) must be present to sign the transfer of ownership documents and to receive payment. Please have your vehicle registration and photo ID ready.

Yes. Our towing equipment handles vehicles in driveways, enclosed garages, parking lots and even tight spaces. If there is any access challenge, let us know when you book and we will bring the appropriate equipment.

Before handover, please remove:

• All personal belongings, documents and valuables
• Aftermarket accessories you wish to keep (stereo, GPS, custom rims)
• License plates (return these to the SAAQ to cancel your registration and stop insurance)

You do not need to drain fluids or clean the vehicle.

Yes. Free towing is included with every scrap car pickup across our entire service area. You pay nothing for the tow truck, fuel or labour. The cash offer quoted is the full amount you keep.

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including weekends and holidays. For emergency requests in Montreal and surrounding areas, typical response time is 1–3 hours.

Absolutely. Our fleet includes flatbed tow trucks and specialised equipment designed to handle vehicles in any state — no wheels, seized brakes, collapsed suspension or severe collision damage. Simply describe the situation when booking so we send the right equipment.

We operate throughout Greater Montreal and the surrounding region, including:

• Montreal (all boroughs: Verdun, Lachine, Rosemont, Plateau, NDG, Montreal-Est, etc.)
• Laval, Terrebonne, Blainville, Dorval, Brossard
• Saint-Jérôme, Mirabel, Saint-Thérèse, Mascouche
• Longueuil and the South Shore

Not sure if we cover your area? Contact us — we will confirm availability promptly.

Approximately 80% of a modern vehicle can be recycled or reused. This includes steel body panels, aluminium components, copper wiring, glass, rubber and many plastic parts. The remaining materials are processed and disposed of responsibly according to Quebec environmental standards.

All hazardous fluids — engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, power-steering fluid, fuel, and refrigerants — are carefully drained and stored before the vehicle is dismantled. They are then sent to licensed recycling or disposal facilities in compliance with Quebec’s Loi sur la qualité de l’environnement. This prevents soil and water contamination.

An abandoned vehicle leaks fluids into the ground, takes decades to corrode and contributes to urban blight. Proper recycling:

• Prevents toxic leaks into soil and waterways
• Conserves energy (recycled steel uses up to 74% less energy than virgin steel production)
• Reduces mining demand for raw materials
• Diverts tonnes of waste from landfill annually

No preparation is required from your side. Remove personal items and return your license plates to the SAAQ. Our team handles everything else — fluid drainage, part salvage and responsible processing — at no extra charge to you.

Yes. Reusable parts salvaged from end-of-life vehicles are available for sale. Contact us to check availability for specific makes and models. Purchasing recycled parts is an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to new OEM components.

To legally transfer ownership and scrap your vehicle in Quebec you need:

• Certificate of registration (immatriculation) from the SAAQ
• Valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s licence or passport)
• Lien release letter if the vehicle is financed and the loan is not fully paid

After the transaction, return your license plates to the SAAQ to cancel registration and stop insurance charges.

Only the registered owner can legally sell or scrap a vehicle in Quebec. If the owner is deceased, the estate executor can handle the transaction with appropriate legal documentation. If you are acting on behalf of the owner, a notarised power of attorney is required. Our team can guide you through these specific scenarios.

Once the vehicle is transferred, you must:

• Return license plates to the SAAQ (in person or by mail) to cancel the registration and stop renewal fees
• Cancel your auto insurance policy by contacting your insurer — you may be eligible for a partial premium refund

Failure to do so means you continue to pay registration and insurance for a vehicle you no longer own.

Quebec’s Scrappage Program (Programme Faites de l’air) has historically offered rebates for scrapping older, high-emission vehicles — especially when combined with the purchase of an electric vehicle or transit passes. Program availability and conditions change; visit the Transition énergétique Québec website for current details. In addition to any government rebate, Top Recyclage pays you cash directly for your vehicle.

Yes — we provide free scrap car removal across all of Laval, including Chomedey, Sainte-Rose, Vimont, Auteuil, Fabreville and surrounding neighbourhoods. Same-day pickup is available.

Yes. We serve Terrebonne (including Lachenaie, La Plaine and Le Gardeur) and Blainville with the same free removal and cash payment offer available in Montreal and Laval.

Absolutely. Dorval, Pointe-Claire, Kirkland, Beaconsfield, Dollard-des-Ormeaux and all West Island communities are within our service area. Call us to arrange a same-day or next-day pickup.

In many cases, yes. Contact us with your location and we will confirm coverage. For areas further from our yard, the distance may slightly affect the cash offer, but towing remains free within our extended service zone.