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Tell us the year, make and model. Be honest about any water or hail damage.
High River, Alberta
Cash for Cars High River
Flood and hail cars are welcome. Get a firm offer, free tow and payment before any car, truck or SUV leaves.
Flood cars welcome Free tow Paid at pickup
A resilient river town.
The Highwood River gave High River its name. Most days it's a calm part of town. But on June 20, 2013, the river rose so high that every resident was ordered out. Floodwater reached over the tops of vehicles on the main streets.
The town has worked hard since then, and it shows. Still, plenty of vehicles around here have seen water, hail or long years of commuting. If one of them is sitting in your driveway, our cash for cars High River service can help. You get a firm offer and a free tow. Payment happens before the vehicle leaves High River.
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What Water Does to a Car
A flood can ruin a car in ways you can't always see. Water gets into wiring, sensors and computer modules. Mud packs into the brakes and wheel bearings. Months later, rust and corrosion start to show up.
That's why water-damaged cars are so hard to fix. A shop may solve one problem, then find three more. Repair bills climb, and the car is never quite right. Selling it as it is can save you a lot of stress.
It doesn't take a major flood, either. A spring storm can fill a low garage. A car can stall in a flooded underpass. Any of these can leave lasting damage.
Living Behind the Dikes Today
Since 2013, High River has built more than seven kilometres of engineered dikes along the Highwood River. The Southwest Dike was finished in 2020. There's also a flood gate on the south side of the Centre Street Bridge. The town says the whole network is now complete.
The town also asks residents to be ready for an emergency. One tip is to keep your fuel tank full. That advice only helps if your vehicle runs. A dead car in the driveway can block the one that works. Clearing it out makes room and gives you peace of mind.
Flood-Damage Warning Signs
Bought a used car and wonder if it's been under water? Check for these signs:
A musty or mouldy smell that won't go away.
A faint water line on the door panels or in the trunk.
Silt or sand under the carpets or in the spare tire well.
Fog or water drops inside the headlights or taillights.
Rust on seat rails, screws or pedal brackets.
Lights, gauges or windows that act up for no clear reason.
If you tick two or more boxes, have it checked. And if the fix doesn't make sense, give us a call.
How It Works in High River
Get your number.
We give you a firm offer while you're on the phone.
Pick a time.
We'll confirm a pickup time when you call, based on that day's route south. Let us know if the vehicle is in town or on an acreage.
Get paid at pickup.
Bring the registered owner to sign the bill of sale. You're paid, then we load the vehicle at no charge.
Our Services in High River
Junk car removal
Old cars end up in garages, back lanes and side yards all over town. If yours won't start, that's fine. We bring the right truck to load it. Just tell us whether the wheels roll and how close we can park. A car on a tight street or in a carport is no problem.
Scrap car removal
A car that sat in floodwater may only be good for scrap. We drain the fluids, remove the battery, and send the metal to be recycled. That keeps oil and coolant out of the soil near the river. Our scrap car removal page explains the full process.
Cash for junk cars
Even a car with a dead engine still has value. We look at its weight, its parts and its converter. Then we give you one price and stick to it, as long as the car matches your description. There's no haggling at the curb and no surprise drop when we arrive.
Cash for trucks
High River sits in ranch country, and trucks do a lot of the work. We buy worn-out half-tons, heavy-duty pickups and old diesels. Rust, a bad transmission or high kilometres won't stop us. Trucks from acreages and farms outside town are welcome too. Heavier trucks often carry more value.
Cash for hail-damaged cars
Hail storms hit the foothills most summers. If yours took a pounding and the repair costs more than it's worth, we'll buy it as it is. Dents and a cracked windshield are fine. See our cash for hail-damaged cars page to learn how hail affects your offer.
Free towing
The tow from High River is always free. It's never taken out of your price. It doesn't matter if the car is downtown or on an acreage west of town. If it needs extra time to load, the price still stays the same. What we quote is what you get.
Repair or Sell? Common High River Situations
SituationWhat often makes sense
Car sat in water for daysSell it. Hidden electrical damage is likely.
Hail dents, car runs wellCompare the repair cost with the car's value.
Commuter car with very high kilometresSell it before a big repair is due.
Old truck parked on an acreageSell it before rust and mice do more harm.
Car needs one small fixFixing it may be worth it.
What Affects Your Offer
Water damage.
Flooded cars are usually worth less, so tell us up front.
Running condition.
A car that starts and drives helps your number.
Vehicle size.
A van or SUV outweighs a compact car, and weight adds value.
What's still on it.
Keep the engine, wheels and converter in place.
Ownership.
Clear paperwork keeps the sale smooth.
Where We Pick Up Around High River
We cover the whole town, from the downtown streets near Centre Street to the newer areas on the edges. That includes Wallaceville and homes along 12 Avenue SE. We also pick up from acreages and farms off Highway 2, Highway 2A and Highway 23.
High River is a well-known filming spot for the TV show Heartland. If you've watched it, you've seen the ranch land around here. We pick up from those properties too. Just send us a map pin.
To the north, see our page for Aldersyde. Farther south on Highway 2, we serve Claresholm. In the city, our main cash for cars Calgary page has the details.
Paperwork and After the Sale
The person named on the registration signs the bill of sale and shows photo ID.
If an insurer wrote the car off, ask them who owns it now before you sell.
Unscrew your licence plate. Alberta plates belong to the owner, so hang on to it.
Cancel the registration, or transfer it, through a registry agent.
Call your insurer to end coverage on the vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you buy cars that were in a flood?
Yes. We buy flood-damaged cars as they are. Just tell us about the damage when you call so your offer is accurate.
Will you buy a car with both hail and water damage?
Yes. We price the car as it sits, with all its damage in mind.
Do you pick up from acreages outside High River?
Yes. We serve farms and acreages around town. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Is the tow really free?
Yes. Towing is free and never comes off your offer.
How quickly can you come?
It varies, but we'll confirm a pickup time when you call and give you a clear window. High River is about 68 km south of Calgary.
How do I get paid?
Payment comes at pickup, right in your driveway, before the tow truck drives off.
Get Your High River Offer
Don't let a flood car, hail car or tired commuter take up your space. Call (403) 688-7302 for a cash for cars High River quote. You'll hear a firm price, get a free tow, and be paid at pickup.