Towing & services
The "& Auto"
half of the name
RDB's Towing & Auto is a towing company that also happens to be Cleveland's straightest-dealing junk car buyer. Same trucks, same phone number, same guy answering it.
Four things, done properly
Whether the car is worth saving or worth scrapping, it's the same call to (216) 355-6164 and the same truck rolling out of Slavic Village.
- Cash for junk carsTop dollar for any vehicle, running or not, title or no title. Free pickup and you are paid before the truck hooks up.See details →
- Towing & recoveryLight and medium-duty towing across Greater Cleveland. Breakdowns, accidents, private property, impound moves and long-distance hauls.See details →
- Roadside assistanceStuck rather than broken? Often we can get you moving again at the curb without a tow at all.See details →
- Snow removalCleveland winters are the reason half our tow calls happen. We also clear the lots and drives that cause them.See details →
Why one company for all four
They're the same job seen from different angles. A car that won't start is either a jump, a tow, or a sale — and which one it is often isn't obvious until somebody competent is standing next to it. Calling a buyer, a tow company and a roadside service separately means three waits and three opinions.
Ronnie shows up once. If the battery brings it back, that's a jump and you keep your car. If it needs a shop, that's a tow. If it's finally done, that's a cash offer on the spot and it leaves on the same truck.
What neighbors say
Every one of these is a real Google review. Ronnie answers them himself.
“In a pinch needing our truck towed, Ronnie came to the rescue. Didn't wait long, the whole process didn't take long, probably less than half hour. Will definitely use services again.”
“Our driver is Mr. Strap King! Vehicle made it to the destination securely without any issues. Very professional, and the time and pricing was very efficient. Driver also arrived with a flatbed so I didn't have to worry about my vehicle being dragged through these 216 streets.”
“Ended up with a flat tire in a parking lot. I called SO many companies before Ronnie was able to assist. He showed up, changed the tire and saw there was a screw in it. He said if I wanted to save the tire he had a shop nearby — drove there and he and his associates fixed it and put the spare back. He saved my butt in a very unfamiliar part of town.”
“Great service!! Professional and honest! Ronnie is a cool guy. RDB's doing good work out here!! Many blessings!!”
“Ronnie and his crew came highly recommended by CJ Graham Towing Services. I had them snow plow and salt and I could not be more happy. I highly recommend them!”
“Was to me in 15 and got me and my vehicle to our destination safely. Very fast and efficient, thank you!”
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the title to sell my car?
Usually, but not always. Ohio lets us buy some vehicles without a title depending on age and condition, and we handle duplicate-title paperwork for free. Call (216) 355-6164 and we'll tell you straight away which applies to you.
How fast can you pick it up?
Same day is the rule, not the exception. Call before 4pm and we can usually get a truck out the same afternoon anywhere in Cuyahoga County. After hours, we come first thing the next morning.
What if the car doesn't run at all?
That's most of what we buy. Blown engine, dropped transmission, flood, fire, collision, sitting eight years with a flat battery — it all still has value in parts and weight. It does not need to start, steer, or roll.
How do you pay?
Cash · Zelle · Venmo · Cash App — your choice, handed over before the car goes on the truck. We never mail a check and we never pay after pickup.
Is towing really free?
Yes, everywhere we serve. Driveway, street, garage, body shop, impound lot, apartment complex. The tow is never deducted from your offer.
Where are you based, and how far do you go?
5010 Fleet Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105, in Slavic Village. From there we run all of Cuyahoga County and out across Northeast Ohio — Parma, Berea, Middleburg Heights, Strongsville, Lakewood, Medina, Lorain, Elyria, the east-side suburbs, all of it. If the deal is right, distance is not the problem. Call (216) 355-6164 and ask about your town.
My town is not on your list. Do you still come?
Yes. The city pages are there so people can find us, not to fence off where we go. If you are anywhere in Northeast Ohio, call (216) 355-6164. And if we genuinely are not the right outfit for your job, we will point you to someone in our network who is — we would rather refer you than leave you stuck.
Is this the same company as other businesses called "Ronnie's"?
No. This is RDB's Towing & Auto — RDB's — at 5010 Fleet Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105, owned by Ronnie Butcher Jr. Several unrelated companies trade as "Ronnie's" in other states, including motorsports dealers and towing companies. None of them are us, and none of their phone numbers reach Ronnie. Our only number is (216) 355-6164 and our only website is ronniebuys.com.
Do you do more than buy junk cars?
Yes. Towing and recovery, roadside assistance — jump starts, lockouts, flat tires, fuel — and snow removal in winter. Call (216) 355-6164 and ask.
Do you buy more than one car at a time?
Yes. Fleet sell-offs, dealer lot cleanouts, insurance write-offs and charity-donation overflow are welcome. Call (216) 355-6164 for volume pricing.
Question not here? Call (216) 355-6164 — the shop picks up.
Got a car taking up space?
One call, a real number, and it's gone by dinner. Mon–Sat 7a–8p · Sun 9a–5p.