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Scrap Car Market in Windsor
Windsor is Canada's automotive capital — home to Stellantis's Windsor Assembly Plant and the Ford Windsor Engine Plant. That industrial heritage means Windsor residents are surrounded by vehicles, and the city has one of the highest vehicle-per-capita rates in Canada. The scrap car market here is closely tied to the auto sector: retired fleet vehicles, off-lease units, and trade-ins cycle through Windsor's salvage and recycling network faster than in most Canadian cities. Windsor's position directly across from Detroit also means the local scrap metal market benefits from cross-border pricing dynamics — US demand for steel and non-ferrous metals influences what Essex County yards will pay. Tecumseh, LaSalle, and Amherstburg are all within free towing range.
Current Ontario scrap prices
Full price table →Steel (HMS #1)
$0.28–$0.40/kg
OEM Cat Converter
$85–$250 ea
Aluminum (cast)
$1.22–$1.76/kg
Updated 2026-06-16 · Prices in CAD
Areas Served in Windsor
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.
ServiceOntario — vehicle ownership ↗Scrap Car Windsor — Common Questions
Does Windsor's proximity to Detroit affect scrap car prices?
Yes — cross-border scrap metal demand from Detroit-area processors occasionally pushes Windsor steel and non-ferrous prices above the Ontario average. The effect is most pronounced during high US steel demand periods.
Are there scrap yards that serve the whole Essex County area?
Yes — most Windsor yards extend free pickup to Tecumseh, LaSalle, and Amherstburg. Kingsville and Leamington may involve a small distance fee. Confirm when arranging pickup.
Can I scrap a vehicle with a US title in Windsor?
Vehicles with US titles require additional documentation to be legally scrapped in Ontario. The yard will typically require proof the vehicle was properly imported. Contact your yard directly for guidance on US-titled vehicles.
How active is the scrap car market in Windsor compared to GTA?
Windsor has a smaller yard network than the GTA, but the auto-industry connections mean yards here have strong expertise with domestic fleet vehicles. Average wait times for pickup are similar — typically 24–48 hours.
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