Salvage Cars Under $500 for Sale

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2015 Jeep Compass Sport
2015 Jeep Compass Sport
2015 Jeep Compass Sport
1/13
Odometer:
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174,979 Actual
NC SALVAGE CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Rear End
NC - China Grove
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.0L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
White
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1998 Buick Century Custom
1998 Buick Century Custom
1998 Buick Century Custom
1/12
Odometer:
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67,650 Exempt
NC SALVAGE CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Front End
NC - China Grove
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
3.1L 6
Front Wheel Drive
6
Gas
White
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2002 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport
2002 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport
2002 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport
1/13
Odometer:
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194,220 Actual
SC CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Minor Dent/Scratches
SC - Spartanburg
On Approval
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
3.3L 6
Front Wheel Drive
6
Flexiblefuel
White
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2003 Volkswagen Passat Gl
2003 Volkswagen Passat Gl
2003 Volkswagen Passat Gl
1/12
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98,822 Actual
VT BILL OF SALE - PARTS ONLY
Front End
NY - Albany
Pure Sale
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
1.8L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Silver
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2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Lt
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Lt
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Lt
1/12
Odometer:
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83,061 Actual
VT CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Front End
VT - Rutland
On Approval
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
1.4L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Red
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2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
1/13
Odometer:
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299,686 Exempt
NC SALVAGE CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Side
NC - Lumberton
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
4.0L 6
Rear Wheel Drive
6
Gas
Blue
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2011 Jeep Patriot Sport
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport
1/14
Odometer:
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193,834 Actual
SC CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE
Rear End
SC - North Charleston
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.4L 4
4x4 w/Front Whl Drv
4
Gas
Black
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2011 Volkswagen Jetta Se
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Se
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Se
1/13
Odometer:
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73,098 Actual
NJ CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE
Front End
NJ - Trenton
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.5L 5
Front Wheel Drive
5
Gas
Silver
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2006 Mazda 3 S
2006 Mazda 3 S
2006 Mazda 3 S
1/12
Odometer:
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215,970 Exempt
FL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Side
FL - Jacksonville North
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.3L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Red
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2015 Nissan Versa Note S
2015 Nissan Versa Note S
2015 Nissan Versa Note S
1/12
Odometer:
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Damage:
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139,465 Not Actual
FL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Minor Dent/Scratches
FL - Orlando North
On Approval
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
1.6L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
White
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2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
1/13
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
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Sale Status:
38,002 Not Actual
SC DEALER ONLY CLEAN TITLE
Mechanical
NC - China Grove
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
3.0L 6
Rear Wheel Drive
6
Diesel
White
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2007 Honda Odyssey Lx
2007 Honda Odyssey Lx
2007 Honda Odyssey Lx
1/13
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
Location:
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Sale Status:
154,674 Exempt
FL CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION
Side
FL - Orlando North
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
3.5L 6
Front Wheel Drive
6
Gas
Tan
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2011 Acura Rdx
2011 Acura Rdx
2011 Acura Rdx
1/13
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
Location:
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Sale Status:
193,443 Actual
NJ CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE
Rear End
NJ - Trenton
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.3L 4
All Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Grey
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2017 Nissan Altima 2.5
2017 Nissan Altima 2.5
2017 Nissan Altima 2.5
1/13
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
Location:
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Sale Status:
225,937 Actual
SC CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE
Front End
SC - North Charleston
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.5L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Silver
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2012 Hyundai Accent Gls
2012 Hyundai Accent Gls
2012 Hyundai Accent Gls
1/12
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
Location:
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110,324 Actual
NJ CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE
Front End
NJ - Trenton
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Manual
1.6L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Red
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2014 Buick Regal Premium
2014 Buick Regal Premium
2014 Buick Regal Premium
1/12
Odometer:
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181,877 Actual
NC DLR ONLY-CLEAN/OVER 25% DAMAGE
Front End
NC - China Grove
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.0L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Red
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1999 Toyota Avalon Xl
1999 Toyota Avalon Xl
1999 Toyota Avalon Xl
1/12
Odometer:
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171,886 Actual
VT BILL OF SALE - PARTS ONLY
Front End
VT - Rutland
Pure Sale
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
3.0L 6
Front Wheel Drive
6
Gas
Tan
LiveLive Auction In Progress
2011 Honda Accord Exl
2011 Honda Accord Exl
2011 Honda Accord Exl
1/13
Odometer:
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202,014 Actual
MD CERT OF SALVAGE > 75% DAMAGE
Front End
MD - Baltimore
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.4L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Blue
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2015 Chevrolet Malibu Ls
2015 Chevrolet Malibu Ls
2015 Chevrolet Malibu Ls
1/12
Odometer:
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145,854 Actual
PA CERTIFICATE OF SALVAGE
Front End
PA - Philadelphia East
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.5L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Grey
LiveLive Auction In Progress
2010 Nissan Altima Base
2010 Nissan Altima Base
2010 Nissan Altima Base
1/12
Odometer:
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146,405 Actual
FL CERT OF TITLE SLVG REBUILDABLE
Front End
FL - Orlando North
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.5L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Grey
LiveLive Auction In Progress
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Lt
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Lt
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Lt
1/13
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
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Sale Status:
94,346 Actual
NY MV-907A SALVAGE CERTIFICATE
Front End
NY - Albany
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
1.4L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
White
LiveLive Auction In Progress
2007 Saab 9-3 2.0T
2007 Saab 9-3 2.0T
2007 Saab 9-3 2.0T
1/12
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
Location:
Sale Date:
Sale Status:
140,641 Actual
SC CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE
Front End
SC - Spartanburg
Pure Sale
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.0L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Gas
Black
LiveLive Auction In Progress
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
1/14
Odometer:
Title Code:
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172,142 Actual
MA CERT OF TITLE-RECONSTRCTD COLL
Front End
MA - South Boston
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
4.7L 8
4x4 w/Rear Wheel Drv
8
Flexiblefuel
Red
LiveLive Auction In Progress
2011 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid
2011 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid
2011 Lincoln Mkz Hybrid
1/10
Odometer:
Title Code:
Damage:
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Sale Status:
131,927 Actual
FL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
Side
FL - Orlando North
On Minimum Bid
Transmission:
Engine:
Drive:
Cylinders:
Fuel:
Color:
Automatic
2.5L 4
Front Wheel Drive
4
Hybrid Engine
Black
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Cars For Sale Under 500 - Best Budget Deals

It might seem impossible to find a good quality $500 car but there are opportunities out there if you know where to look. on AutoBidMaster you will find a wide selection of 500 dollar cars, perfect for buyers looking to invest in a budget-friendly vehicle.

Many of these vehicles will require repair but they can provide excellent value for those willing to put in the effort.

Why Invest in a $500 car?

One of the advantages of investing in a 500 dollar car is because of its affordability. It is the perfect first or second car if you are already on a tight budget and enjoy upper-fixers and are looking for your next restoration project. 500 dollar cars are ideal for project vehicles, spare parts or even daily drivers after a bit of maintenance.

It is a great opportunity and with such a low entry price, the potential return on investment can be significant. By spending some money and time on repairing the vehicle, it may serve you for years while saving you thousands of dollars compared to buying a brand-new car.

Another advantage is that a $500 car often comes with lower insurance rates, making long-term ownership even more affordable.

What to Expect from Cars for Sale Under 500

AutoBidMaster offers a great opportunity for those looking to buy a budget-friendly vehicle, however, it requires some effort to make them roadworthy again so remember to lower your expectations. Our cars for sale under 500 are typically salvage vehicles or older models, where some of them already have usable parts.

Common types of $500 car for sale include:

  1. Older Sedans and Compact Cars: The most common vehicles in this price range are sedans and compact cars, but they often come with high mileage and cosmetic damages. While this can add extra costs to your restoration budget, they will have solid engines and transmissions that can be restored. Which in theory makes them a bargain.
  2. Damaged SUVs or Trucks: Larger vehicles might need more extensive repairs, and if you have the time it can give you some extra money in your pocket because these vehicles come with valuable parts. It is very popular to purchase them for specific components like engines, transmissions or body panels. 
  3. Minor Cosmetic Damage: If you are looking for a vehicle that requires minimal repairs, we have a variety to choose from. Even though some vehicles come with interior or cosmetic damage it doesn`t affect their drivability, which makes them an excellent bargain.

What to Consider Before Buying a 500 Dollar Car

To make sure you make the best decision, it is essential to keep a few things in mind. These vehicles may require significant repairs, so therefore it is crucial to assess whether the cost of fixing the car will exceed its value.

Tips to make sure you are getting a good deal:

  • Check the Vehicle History: When you become a member on our website you get access to the vehicle history, damage reports, past accidents, ownership details and more. You can find this under each vehicle in the auctions.
  • Inspect the vehicle: If you have the opportunity, hire a mechanic to inspect the car for major mechanical issues. This is the best way to make an informed decision, so you can know what repairs it requires and what you can expect i repair costs.

Conclusion

Investing in a $500 car can be an exciting and rewarding experience if you approach it with realistic expectations. Plenty of cars under $500 can meet your needs, whether you are looking for a fixer-upper, spare parts, or a project car. It is a great opportunity if you want anything specific that won`t break your budget. However, it requires some patience, thorough research and inspection of the vehicle to make sure you have enough to restore the vehicle and make it roadworthy.

It is possible to turn a low-cost purchase into a reliable and valuable asset, you just have to know where to look.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find reliable cars for $500?

Yes, many cars under 500 dollars can be reliable with repairs, even though they may require work to be worthy enough to drive on the road. But this all depends on the vehicle and their reports.

How do I bid on a car under $500 on AutoBidMaster?

It is very easy to start bidding on our auctions, all you have to do is register and create an account, browse through our listings for cars under $500 and place your bids.

What types of cars are available for under $500?

You will find older models, high-mileage vehicles or cars with minor damage that need repairs.

Are cars under $500 good for daily driving?

With the right repairs and maintenance, many 500 dollar cars can be restored to their original state and make a great everyday car, but this all depends on the condition of the vehicle.

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