Atlas Used Auto Parts at 228 W Sycamore St, St Paul, MN 55117

I got polite, knowledgeable help from the staff, but I’ll admit the used part cost more than I’d budgeted for. Still, when you finally track down something that’s actually in decent shape, sometimes you just have to bite the bullet. Oh, and bring boots—those yards can turn into soup if it rains.

Everything went smooth: the team was friendly, they kept me posted every step of the way, and they tracked down the exact part I needed in record time.

Save your money. Shawn won’t take anything back, even when the part is clearly wrong. He’ll blame someone else and try to brush you off. I tried returning one part and ended up leaving with a caliper missing its bleeder screw. Don’t rely on their 30-day return or their 90-day warranty—just don’t.

I bought an engine based on the photos they posted. Right before shipping, I asked them to shoot fresh pictures of the engine they’d pulled. No dice—what arrived was rusted beyond belief and looked nothing like the photos they’d sent. When I called, they said I’d have to pay round-trip freight just to kick off the warranty claim. No way I’m going back.

Honestly, this place is a lifesaver if you’re hunting for car parts. The prices are solid, and the service? Even better. Here’s hoping whatever you need actually works out for you—good luck! ---

Picked up a used engine, but it turned out to have a busted head gasket. No big deal, though. These guys fixed it right away, no hassle. Communication was top-notch, and they backed their stuff 100%. Wouldn’t go anywhere else. ---

Had to tear apart a part to get what I needed—took about 20 minutes, and yeah, I didn’t get all the screws back. But the counter staff were super helpful, and let’s be real, it was *scorching* out there. Big shoutout to the guy who pulled the part for me—did a great job in that heat. If I need something else, I’m 100% coming back. Five stars, no question. ---

Atlas Auto Parts just set the bar for salvage yards. I asked about an AC compressor around 11 AM, and within an hour, they’d quoted me, sent an invoice, and called to say the connector was bad. I said go ahead, and five minutes later, I had a tracking number. The compressor showed up the next day. Other yards in MN and WI should take notes. Haven’t even tested it yet, but the service alone was worth the review. *Update:* Compressor works perfectly—no leaks. These guys are the real deal. ---

Walked in expecting the usual salvage yard vibe—grease, grunts, maybe a side-eye. Instead, I got some of the friendliest, most down-to-earth people I’ve met in a while. And yeah, they *actually* deliver on the parts. Needed a transmission at a fraction of the price everywhere else charges, and they had it. Atlas is my first call from now on. Thanks, guys!