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Junkyard and salvage yard mean the same thing in everyday use: a place that sells used car parts and buys cars. A scrap yard buys metal by weight and sells nothing to the public. Here is which one to call for each job.
U-Pull-It helps you compare independent junkyards, salvage dealers and recyclers. The businesses operate separately and offer different services:
Browse the vehicles listed by participating yards in our inventory section. A listed car may already be missing the part you need, so check with the yard before going. For yards without an inventory feed, call directly.
Request a vehicle offer
When you use our cash-for-cars form, we send your request to Wheelzy through its affiliate program. The buyer will confirm whether they can buy your car. Before accepting, check what you will receive after any charges and whether towing is included.
Check admission, age limits, last entry and safety rules with your chosen yard. Wear the required protective clothing.
Once inside the yard, use facility maps or on-site guidance to find the specific make and model you need.
Bring permitted tools and get trained help for heavy components. Follow the yard’s lifting and vehicle-support rules.
Check the total cost: part price, core deposit, environmental fees, tax and any optional warranty. Ask about the return deadline and excluded parts.
U-Pull-It is a directory. Each listed business sets its own inventory, prices, fees and policies.
Finding a local junkyard near you is easy with our comprehensive directory. Simply enter your city, state, or zip code in our search bar to locate the closest auto salvage yards, recycling centers, and self-service facilities across the United States.
A "u pull it" or self-service auto salvage yard is a facility where you bring your own tools to extract used auto parts directly from scrap vehicles. This DIY approach allows you to save a significant amount of money compared to buying new parts or visiting full-service dismantlers.
Yes, purchasing used auto parts from a u pull it junkyard is almost always significantly cheaper than buying new OEM or aftermarket parts. Because you do the labor of pulling the part yourself, facilities can offer flat-rate pricing models that save you money on everything from engines to body panels.
