Gundie's Auto Recycling – Bellingham, WA
Gundie's Auto Recycling is a self-service junkyard in Bellingham, Washington. Since 1961, the yard has operated on a u-pull-it model where customers locate and remove their own parts from junked vehicles. The 50-acre facility stores thousands of vehicles and sells used parts at lower prices than new or dealer alternatives.
Services and how they work
Gundie's is a self-service auto salvage yard. Customers enter the yard, identify parts on vehicles, and remove them using yard tools. The yard charges by the pound for removed parts.
How self-service works
- Check in at the office to pay for a day pass
- Drive into the yard with a vehicle or trailer capable of hauling parts
- Locate vehicles containing needed parts
- Use yard tools to remove parts safely
- Return to the office to weigh and pay for parts taken
What to bring
- A truck, van or trailer suitable for transporting parts
- Basic hand tools if you prefer to do your own removal
- Work gloves and safety glasses
- A payment method accepted by the yard
Parts commonly available
The yard stocks parts from cars, trucks and SUVs including:
- Engines and transmissions
- Body panels such as doors, hoods and fenders
- Interior components including seats, dashboards and trim
- Suspension parts
- Exhaust systems
- Bumpers and grilles
- Electrical components
- Brakes and rotors
- Headlights and taillights
- Radiators and cooling components
Staff can help you locate parts if you call ahead. The yard does not offer installation services.
Location and hours
3940 East Sunset Drive, Bellingham, Washington 98226
Hours:
- Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: Closed
The yard is east of downtown Bellingham near the interchange of State Route 539 and Sunset Drive. Ample parking is available for customers bringing trailers.
Customer feedback
Reviews show mixed experiences with parts availability and customer service.
Positive reviews note helpful staff who assist customers in locating parts:
- Tim Kingham wrote: "Gundies was the only place that had the parts I needed, and the price was fair. The staff didn’t just hand me the parts—they actually helped me figure things out."
- Jim Purvis wrote: "I called up about a door and mirror for my 2008 Land Rover, and within 15 minutes, Cameron had found exactly what I needed."
- B Oleynik wrote: "Dan handled the sale, and Helen at the front desk made sure everything went right. Gundies made the whole process easy—no stress, no runaround."
- sweetjew wrote: "Been coming here off and on for years, and I always walk away happy. Ken’s the guy I ask for—he’s got a smile that could light up a junkyard at midnight, and he doesn’t just point you to a part, he finds it."
Negative reviews report difficulty finding parts and inconsistent staff knowledge:
- Matt Johnson wrote: "This place used to be reliable, but now they’ll cut you off mid-sentence to say they don’t have the part. I spent three minutes on hold, only to be told the part I needed—listed right there on their website—wasn’t available."
- Eli wrote: "The customer service here is a joke. The guys on the phone don’t know what they’re doing, and they don’t care. I called three times just to hear they didn’t have the part."
Frequently asked questions
What are Gundie's hours?
The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Do I need an appointment to pull parts?
No appointment is required. Customers can visit during business hours to purchase a day pass and enter the yard.
What kinds of parts can I find at Gundie's?
The yard carries parts from cars, trucks and SUVs including engines, transmissions, body panels, interior components, suspension parts, exhaust systems, bumpers, electrical parts, brakes and lights.
How does self-service auto salvage work at Gundie's?
Customers pay for a day pass, drive into the yard with a vehicle capable of hauling parts, locate the needed parts on vehicles, remove the parts using yard tools, then return to the office to weigh and pay for what they take.
Does Gundie's take credit cards?
Payment methods accepted vary. Check the website or call ahead to confirm accepted payment types before visiting.
What should I bring when pulling parts?
Bring a truck, van or trailer suitable for transporting parts, basic hand tools if you prefer to do your own removal, work gloves, safety glasses and a payment method accepted by the yard.
Can Gundie's help me find a part before I visit?
Yes. Staff can assist customers who call ahead to locate parts before arriving at the yard.
