Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage at 12441 Whitesville Rd, Laurel, DE 19956

Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage - Laurel, DE

Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage is a self-service auto salvage yard at 12441 Whitesville Rd in Laurel. The yard is part of Route 30 Auto & Truck Salvage LLC, a business that has been in the vehicle recycling and used auto parts trade since 1986. Customers can search for parts, remove them themselves, and buy components for repairs or restorations. The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It does not open on Sundays.

Services & What to Expect

Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage is a self-service salvage yard where customers find and remove their own parts from salvaged vehicles. The yard mainly offers used auto parts, including engines, transmissions, body panels, and mechanical components. Inventory changes often, but parts for cars, trucks, and RVs are usually available.

How Self-Service Works

• Walk through the yard to find the parts you need.
• Locate and remove the part yourself using your own tools.
• Pay for the part at the office. Pricing depends on the vehicle or part value.
• No appointment is needed—just stop by during business hours.

The yard doesn’t offer professional disassembly, so customers must handle part removal. Common tools like wrenches, sockets, and jack stands are usually required.

What to Bring

• Tools for part removal (wrenches, sockets, pry bars, etc.)
• Gloves and safety gear (the yard can be dirty and hazardous)
• Transportation for the part (a truck or trailer may be needed for larger items)
• Cash or a payment method accepted by the yard (check with staff first)

If you need to get rid of an old vehicle, Mitchell’s may buy junk cars for recycling. Call ahead to confirm their current policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours for Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage?

The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays.

Does Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage buy junk cars?

Mitchell’s may accept junk cars for recycling, but policies can change. Call ahead or visit the yard to check their current buying terms. You can also look into other options for selling a junk car.

What kind of parts can I find at Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage?

The yard carries used auto parts like engines, transmissions, body panels, bumpers, doors, fenders, and mechanical components. Inventory changes, but parts for cars, trucks, and RVs are usually available. Customers must find and remove parts themselves.

How does self-service auto salvage work at Mitchell's?

Customers browse the yard to find parts, remove them with their own tools, and pay at the office. The yard doesn’t provide disassembly help, so you’ll need basic tools like wrenches and jack stands.

Do I need to bring my own tools?

Yes, you must bring your own tools for part removal. Common tools include wrenches, sockets, pry bars, and jack stands. The yard doesn’t provide equipment.

Is there an entry fee?

There’s no public information about an entry fee, but you’ll pay for the parts you take. Check with staff before visiting to confirm pricing.

Recent News & Updates

Mitchell's Auto and Truck Salvage has been operating for over a decade as part of Route 30 Auto & Truck Salvage LLC, which started in 1986. The yard has been listed in salvage directories like Auto Recycling Salvage and US Junkyards, showing its long-standing presence in the industry.

The property at 12441 Whitesville Rd has been used for salvage since at least 2011, as noted in the CMA Auto Recycling directory. The yard remains a local source for used auto parts and vehicle recycling in Laurel and nearby areas.