Parts Plus Auto - Phoenix, AZ
Parts Plus Auto is a self-service auto salvage yard and used car parts store at 1245 West Magnolia Street in Phoenix, Arizona. Customers can walk through rows of salvaged vehicles to remove parts they need. The yard carries mechanical components like engines and transmissions, body parts, interior pieces, and electrical systems. It also buys scrap metal by weight from individuals and businesses.
Services & What to Expect
Parts Plus Auto operates as a self-service yard. Customers enter the lot, locate the vehicles containing the parts they need, and remove them using their own tools. The yard has a wide selection of late-model and older vehicles for parts hunting. They sell individual components and also accept scrap metal sales by weight.
How Self-Service Works
The process is straightforward:
- Arrive during business hours with valid ID
- Walk the yard to find the part you need
- Remove the part with your own tools
- Pay for the part at the counter (by weight for scrap, or by part price if listed)
- Take the part with you when you leave
Bring your own gloves, safety glasses, and tools rated for automotive work. The yard provides no tools or assistance with part removal. Prices for common parts like alternators and starters are usually marked on the vehicles. For specialty or hard-to-find parts, customers can ask staff for help locating them.
Parts Available
Parts Plus Auto stocks used components for most domestic and import vehicles. Common categories include:
- Engines and transmissions
- Front and rear bumpers
- Doors, hoods, and trunk lids
- Interior parts like seats, dashboards, and center consoles
- Electrical components including starters, alternators, and sensors
- Steering and suspension parts
- Exhaust systems and catalytic converters
Location & Hours
1245 West Magnolia Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
(602) 258-7800
partsplusautos.com
Business Hours
| Day | Hours |
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Directions
The yard is on West Magnolia Street near the intersection with North 13th Avenue in central Phoenix. It's two blocks west of Interstate 17 at exit 201. Parking is available on-site. The entrance is from Magnolia Street with clear signage. Customers should watch for overhead clearance when driving large vehicles onto the lot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours for Parts Plus Auto?
Parts Plus Auto is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and closed Sunday. Hours are posted on their website and at the entrance.
Does Parts Plus Auto buy junk cars?
Parts Plus Auto focuses on selling used parts rather than buying entire vehicles. They buy scrap metal by weight from individuals and businesses. For selling a junk car, they recommend checking their cash for junk cars service page.
What kind of parts can I find at Parts Plus Auto?
The yard stocks mechanical parts like engines, transmissions, starters, and alternators, along with body parts including bumpers, doors, hoods, and trunk lids. They also carry interior components and electrical systems for most domestic and import vehicles.
How does self-service auto salvage work at Parts Plus Auto?
Customers enter the yard during business hours, locate the part they need on a vehicle, and remove it using their own tools. They then pay for the part at the counter before leaving with it. The yard provides no tools or assistance with removal.
Do I need an appointment to pull parts?
No appointment is needed. Customers can walk in during business hours to look for parts. The yard operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
What tools do I need to bring?
Customers should bring their own tools rated for automotive work. This includes wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, pliers, and any specialty tools needed for the specific part being removed. The yard provides no tools.
Are prices listed on the parts?
Common parts like alternators and starters usually have price tags on the vehicles. For less common parts, customers can ask staff for pricing before removing them. Scrap metal is sold by weight at the counter.
Customer Reviews
Parts Plus Auto has 31 Google reviews with a 4.1 out of 5 rating. Customer experiences vary widely:
- Positive reviews praise the large selection of parts and ability to find specific items. Two 5-star reviews mention finding exactly what they needed without hassle.
- Negative reviews cite issues with part removal assistance, customer service, and facility management. One review describes damage to a vehicle during removal and another mentions being unable to get assistance after hours.
