Towing - Retrieval of a Towed Car

Information on the procedure for reclaiming a towed car.

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Overview

The City of St. Louis Towing Division's goal is to improve the safety of the City's streets by removing vehicles that are illegally parked, abandoned, or that are impeding the flow of traffic. The Towing Division is a 24/7 operation.

The City may tow cars for any of the following reasons:

  • Vehicles immobilized due to accidents
  • Vehicles that have been stolen
  • Vehicles driven by motorists who are arrested
  • Illegally parked vehicles in disabled parking zones
  • Illegally parked vehicles with major parking violations (i.e., rush hour, fire hydrant, alley or intersection blocking)
  • Illegally parked vehicles violating street cleaning regulations
  • Abandoned/derelict vehicles
  • Booted/immobilized vehicles
  • Or anything in violation of City of St. Louis Charter Chapter 17.56.

Preparation

Check online to see if your vehicle has been towed by the city, or by calling (314) 383-7546.

At the vehicle storage facility, the violator must be prepared to:

  • Pay all towing and storage fees 
  • Present a copy of the vehicle's registration
  • Present a valid drivers license
  • Present a receipt for tickets (if towed for any reason)
  • Present a release order (if police put a hold on vehicle)
  • Provide a method of payment (Master Card, Visa, or cash)

Instructions

Individuals should visit 7410 Hall Street, St. Louis, MO 63147 to retrieve a towed car and bring the above information listed in the Preparation section.

Vehicles can be retrieved during the following hours:

  • Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Fees

Typical Tow Rates:

  • Tow Fee: $100
  • Dolly: $60 (4x4, missing wheels, flats, etc.)
  • Labor: $80 per hour
  • Storage: $25 per day

Call (314) 383-7546 for exact charge. 

What to Expect

Release of Vehicle.

Additional Information

The City of St. Louis Towing Division holds vehicles 30 days before they are sold at auction. Public auctions occur every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Vehicles will be sold to the highest bidder.

Contact

City Tow Lot/Towing Services


St. Louis, MO

Contact the City Tow Lot/Towing Services

Related Services

  1. Obtain or Renew a Drivers License Information on drivers licenses, non-driver licenses, and permits with the MO Department of Revenue.
  2. Register a Car Steps to register a Motor Vehicle in the City of St. Louis
  3. Obtain or Renew a Disabled Placard Information on temporary and permanent disabled placards, which allow a vehicle with a disabled driver or passenger to park in accessible parking spaces.
  4. Report Lost or Stolen License Plates or Tags How to replace lost or stolen license plates and/or tags
  5. Report Abandoned or Derelict Cars How to report improperly stored, abandoned or derelict cars.

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