Sell My Hyundai Santa Fe For Cash

When it comes to selling your Hyundai Santa Fe, especially if it’s not running or has mechanical issues, CarBrain is your best option. We specialize in evaluating and buying cars in less-than-perfect condition!

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In 2024, we made over 1,000 offers on Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles, with offers reaching up to $12,100.

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How Much Will I Get for a Beat-Up Santa Fe?

The market price of your junk Hyundai Santa Fe depends on several factors, including its mileage, accident history, title status, year, make, model, and specific conditions like a blown motor. These elements significantly influence the final offer you'll receive. For instance, a newer model with low mileage but a faulty engine might still fetch a higher price than an older model with extensive wear and tear. Additionally, vehicles with a clean title typically command better offers compared to those with salvage or rebuilt titles.

CarBrain considers all these factors to provide you with a fair and competitive offer for your beat-up Hyundai Santa Fe. Even with significant issues such as a blown motor, our expert evaluators will take a comprehensive look at your vehicle to determine its true value. By leveraging our extensive experience in the damaged car industry, we ensure that our offers reflect the current market conditions, giving you the best possible deal for your non-running Santa Fe.

Common Hyundai Santa Fe Problems

Most Hyundai Santa Fe models are reliable, but some years have significant and costly issues. Here are the top problems to watch out for:

  • Hesitation (2017 Model): Owners report transmission hesitation, especially when accelerating out of turns or in ECO mode. This can be dangerous when merging into traffic or at rolling stops.
  • No Sound from Speakers (2008-2009, 2011-2017 Models): Faulty speakers can cause all audio, including CD, navigation, and calls, to stop working. This issue often requires a software hard reset by disconnecting the battery.
  • Engine Stalling/Shutting Down (2014 Model): A faulty crankshaft position sensor can cause the engine to stall at highway speeds, a hazardous situation. A replacement sensor typically costs less than $100.
  • Stuttering Transmission (2001-2014 Models): Both FWD and AWD models may experience a transmission issue consisting of stuttering when shifting from second to third gear, usually when the vehicle is cold.
  • Engine Failure (2012-2013 Models): Serious engine issues have led to engine replacements at around 80,000 miles. This problem has prompted recalls and class-action lawsuits due to its danger and high repair costs ($3000-$5000).
  • Air Bag Issues (2003-2006, 2010 Models): Airbag lights may illuminate irregularly, and a recall was issued for 2007-2009 models to update software and address deployment problems.
  • Paint Issues (2004, 2009 Models): Owners report significant paint peeling and chipping, often requiring costly repairs averaging around $2800.
  • Fuel Level Sensor Failure (2007-2008 Models): Faulty fuel level sensors can cause inaccurate fuel gauge readings, leading to unexpected fuel depletion. Repairs average $500, with aftermarket parts costing $70-$80.

Knowing these common Hyundai Santa Fe problems can help you make an informed decision to sell your car to CarBrain.

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Understand The Cost of Engine Replacement: Hyundai Santa Fe

Replacing the engine in your Hyundai Santa Fe can cost between $3,000 and $5,000, depending on the model year, engine type, and labor rates in your area. Labor costs alone can range from $75 to $150 per hour, and the job can take 15 to 20 hours.

Given the high expense, if your Santa Fe has other issues, it might be more cost-effective to sell it as-is. CarBrain offers a hassle-free way to get a fair price for your vehicle without the stress and expense of major repairs.

Here's a chart detailing the approximate engine replacement costs for the Hyundai Santa Fe by generation:

Engine Replacement Cost per Model Generation

Generation

Model Years

Engine Replacement Cost (approximate)

Santa Fe 2nd Generation (CM)

2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012

$3,500 - $6,500

Santa Fe 3rd Generation (DM/NC)

2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

$4,000 - $7,500

Santa Fe 4th Generation (TM)

2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

$4,500 - $8,500

Sell Your Hyundai Santa Fe with Issues

Are you experiencing these Hyundai Santa Fe mechanical problems? Whether it's transmission issues, a blown engine, or any other problem, CarBrain can help you get the best value for your vehicle quickly and effortlessly. We specialize in buying cars in less-than-perfect condition, ensuring that you receive a fair and competitive offer, no matter what problems your Santa Fe might have. From mechanical problems to extensive body damage, we’ve got you covered.

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Selling your Hyundai with no hassle is easier than you might think, especially with CarBrain. We buy:

No matter the condition of your Hyundai Santa Fe, CarBrain can provide you with a fair quote quickly.

Why Choose CarBrain to Sell Your Hyundai Santa Fe?

CarBrain can provide a top-dollar offer for your Hyundai Santa Fe in just 90 seconds. Our guaranteed offers include free towing and title transfer, making the process seamless. Accept our offer, and we'll arrange free pickup within 24 to 48 hours, with payment on the spot.

With over a decade of experience in the damaged car industry, CarBrain’s experts provide precise and competitive offers for your Hyundai Santa Fe. We accurately determine your car's value to ensure you get the best deal.

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With an A+ BBB rating and numerous excellent reviews, you can trust us to handle your transaction professionally and efficiently.

What Do I Need to Sell My Hyundai Santa Fe?

After agreeing to our estimate, our associate buyers will help you schedule your pickup. Prepare your Santa Fe for sale by removing personal items. When the towing partner arrives, transfer the title and hand over the keys. You’ll get paid on the spot.

Why Our Clients Pick CarBrain

CarBrain is the most hassle-free service for getting cash for your scrap Hyundai Santa Fe due to our extremely quick removal and easy system. Our countless five-star reviews and first-class customer assistance across the nation are a testament to that!

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CarBrain makes selling your wrecked Hyundai Santa Fe easy with our exact offer process and quick pickup. We strive to provide the highest offer and remove cars within 24 to 48 business hours. We're setting a new standard in the industry for buying collision-damaged vehicles.

Start now and get cash for your undriveable vehicle today! CarBrain is here to help you turn your junk Hyundai Santa Fe into cash fast. Get a fair offer from CarBrain and enjoy the benefits of a quick, reliable service today!

Examples Of Hyundai Santa Fes We Bought

2014 Hyundai Santa Fe

Mileage: 116,000Location: Lake Forest, IL
$2,750.00

2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

Mileage: 155,000Location: Bronx, NY
$705.00

2010 Hyundai Santa Fe

Mileage: 149,000Location: Raleigh, NC
$1,050.00

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

Mileage: 106,000Location: Long Island City, NY
$1,650.00

What Do I Need To Get Cash For My Hyundai Santa Fe?

After you agree to our estimate, our associate buyers will help you plan your pickup. Prepare your Santa Fe for the sale by removing your items ahead of time. When the towing partner arrives, remember to transfer the title and hand over the keys. You'll get your money on the spot.

What truly makes CarBrain first-class as a buyer of collision-damaged vehicles is our exact offer process and lightning-fast pick-up. We ALWAYS try to give the highest offer and towing cars in 24 to 48 business hours. We're setting a new industry standard.

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Where Can I Take My Junk Santa Fe For Cash?

If you need to sell your recycle car, CarBrain.com can guide you towards the finish line.

We're the top buyer of junk vehicless throughout the country. We have a trained and dedicated team of professionals prepared to help guide you through through the steps to get cash for your vehicle and get money in no time.

First, respond to our online form for getting an offer — it takes 90 seconds. Secondly, get your estimate. If you agree with it, our customer service representatives can help you arrange your FREE pickup and title transfer. Our tow truck driver will show up in one to two business days to pick up your vehicle. Y

ou'll get your check immediately, and you're finished!

How Much Can I Receive To Recycle My Santa Fe?

A junk Santa Fe still has value.

You can get cash for your scrap car by getting money for it to a junk vehicle dealer like CarBrain. Junk car buyers can legally recycle the metals and parts inside the vehicle, including metals — such as steel, aluminum and platinum — and more. Your car's size and where it's currently located will both affect the estimate you receive. Local market prices change often, which will affect the amount you could receive — but typically, you can get up to $500 or more from your end-of-life car.

Find out what it's worth is by getting a bid with CarBrain.com!

If My Hyundai Santa Fe Was Declared A Total Loss By My Insurance Company, Will You Still Buy It?

CarBrain.com can pay cash for crashed cars. However, CarBrain.com does not work directly with your insurance company when buying your car. If you want to sell us your car with damage, you must request to buy it back from your insurance company and claim the salvage title before selling it to CarBrain.com.

By keeping the title for your non-working vehicle, you may get an extra payout for your car.

First, you get cash for your vehicle from the insurance company. Then, you sell it to CarBrain for a fair and competitive quote!

How Does Picking Up Work? Can Someone Else Give You My Hyundai Santa Fe Instead Of Me?

CarBrain provides free towing across the nation for ALL vehicles we buy — you never have to worry about finding a tow truck or paying towing fees.

Our service partners will send a driver to you, and you'll get your check on the spot.

All you have to do is hand over the title and the car keys. If you cannot be physically present at the time of pickup, you can have anyone 18 years of age or older present to hand the signed title and the keys as well as accept the check on your behalf. Let your customer service agent know, and we'll mail the payment on your behalf. You can also leave the car unlocked with the signed title and your keys inside and get your check in the mail, but you must let us know beforehand.

Additionally, CarBrain cannot be held liable for the car if it is left unattended.

What Do I Do If My Hyundai Santa Fe's Title Has A Lien On It?

CarBrain.com will only purchase Santa Fes with liens on them if our offer is equal to or greater than the value of the lien.

Unfortunately, if your vehicle has negative equity, we won't be purchasing it, as it wouldn't make sense for us to do so. If your car was declared a total loss, you may be able to get a check from your insurance company, retain it, and then get a second check from CarBrain. This would allow you to maximize the value received from the sale of the car.

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