Even if you don’t know what the part is or what it belongs to, feel free to bring it to the recycling center. Even if the part is no use, the metal that it is made of could be valuable. In most cases, it makes sense to bring in all of the parts that you...Read More
People often think of an auto junkyard as just another dump – but present day junkyards are actually a form of recycling and easy on the environment. Most junk cars that end up in a junkyard are either sold at auctions or sold for scrap. In fact, junkyards provide steel and many other metals to...Read More
The best way to find the part you need is to call the junk yard first. Ask them if they have the part and give them an opportunity to look. If they do have it, they will tell you. They assess vehicles when they receive them to see what parts are in good shape and...Read More
Once you’ve found your car, figure out how you’re going to pay for it. Depending on where you go to get the car, you may need to use a specific method of payment. A site like eBay could allow you to pay with a credit card. However, a salvage yard may require payment in cash....Read More
Register at the auction desk, put down your deposit if required, and find a seat. I’m often asked if it matters where you sit at an auction. The answer is yes and no. Sitting up front allows you a great view of the bike for sale, and the auctioneer is not going to miss you...Read More
Also, don’t forget to salvage what you can from your scrap car before you have it picked up. Check inside for any personal items you may have left in the car. You may want to remove and keep the battery if it is in good condition. If the wiper blades are in good shape you...Read More
Another car part that is very noticeable is your windshield wipers. We have all seen those wipers that looked deformed or like some kind of monster. Not only do they not work as well when they are so bent out of shape; they really can make a normal car look strange. It is also a...Read More
If you do not have another vehicle you can use while yours is in the shop, you may want to ask about courtesy cars. Larger garages and chain stores may offer courtesy cars you can drive while they fix yours. Find out if there is a charge for this, or if it is included in...Read More
After determining the relative value of the car, confirm that all the paperwork is current and correct. Check to make sure the title reflects the ownership and conforms to the specifications of the vehicle itself, such as make, model, year, and VIN numbers. The reasons for this are to avoid any legal issues relating to...Read More
To get a good look inside you will need a flashlight, so be sure to take one to the salvage yard with you. Look for excessive scaling and corrosion. If it does not look clean, then it was not well maintained. Your third option is contacting a junk car removal service. This by no means...Read More
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