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Whittaker Auto Salvage at 1110 E Church St, Sandwich, IL 60548

Whittaker Auto Salvage at 1110 E Church St, Sandwich, IL 60548

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(815) 786-2359

1110 East Church Street, Sandwich, Illinois 60548

Hours

Mon - Fri8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Overview

Whittaker Auto Salvage: used auto parts in Sandwich, Illinois

Whittaker Auto Salvage sells used auto parts and recycles scrap metal at 1110 East Church Street in Sandwich, Illinois. The business has supplied parts from many makes and models to local customers for years.

Quick Facts

Business type Used auto parts store
Address 1110 East Church Street, Sandwich, Illinois, 60548
Phone (815) 786-2359
Hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, closed Saturday and Sunday (hours current as of November 2026)
Google rating 4.30/5 (41 reviews)
Payments Credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Services & what to expect

Whittaker Auto Salvage sells used parts and recycles scrap metal. The yard stocks parts from many makes and models, including engines, transmissions, brakes, body panels, and interior components.

Customers can search the yard by vehicle make, model, and year to find the parts they need. Staff can help identify parts or guide customers to the right area.

Bring a vehicle that can haul heavy or bulky parts, and have a list of the parts you need with your vehicle’s make, model, and year. Ask staff about available tools or rentals when you arrive.

Customer feedback

Reviews are mixed. Positive comments mention friendly, helpful staff and fair prices, especially for older American cars. Negative reviews cite inconsistent service, high prices for dusty parts, and occasional poor staff attitudes.

Russell Johnson wrote, “Never got the half of the jackpot they promised,” giving 1 out of 5 stars. Derek Dobyns said, “Every time I walk into this place, the staff is friendly and actually seems happy to help,” awarding 5 out of 5 stars. David F added, “Prices are fair, and it’s always worth the trip out there,” also giving 5 out of 5 stars. Robert Bell recalled, “The owner was a real piece of work. Charged way too much for parts that were just sitting there collecting dust,” giving 2 out of 5 stars. qman noted, “The prices here are way better than most places I’ve checked,” giving 5 out of 5 stars.

Location & hours in Sandwich, Illinois

Whittaker Auto Salvage is at 1110 East Church Street, Sandwich, Illinois 60548. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; the yard is closed Saturday and Sunday (hours current as of November 2026). The parking lot is wheelchair accessible.

The yard sits on an old lake bed, so heavy rain can make the ground muddy. It’s about 15 miles from Montgomery, about 16 miles from Earlville, about 17 miles from Aurora, about 20 miles from DeKalb, and about 23 miles from Shorewood. For more junkyards in Illinois, see our junkyards in Illinois directory.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours for Whittaker Auto Salvage?

Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM and closed Saturday and Sunday (hours current as of November 2026).

Where can I find used auto parts stores in Sandwich, Illinois?

Whittaker Auto Salvage is at 1110 East Church Street, Sandwich, Illinois 60548. For more options, see our used auto parts stores directory.

Does Whittaker Auto Salvage buy junk cars?

This information is not published. Ask when you call. For a second quote, see our cash for junk cars page.

What kind of parts can I find at Whittaker Auto Salvage?

The yard carries used parts from different makes and models, including engines, transmissions, brakes, body panels, and interior components.

Can I pull my own parts at Whittaker Auto Salvage?

Ask when you call to confirm the yard’s policy.

What payment methods does Whittaker Auto Salvage accept?

The business accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Is Whittaker Auto Salvage wheelchair accessible?

The parking lot is wheelchair accessible.

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Benny Davila
Benny DavilaGoogle
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6 months ago

Weekends would’ve made my life easier since they’re pretty fair on prices, although the place could use some trimming so nothing blocks access to the cars.

RUSSELL JOHNSON
RUSSELL JOHNSONGoogle
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9 months ago

I picked them at random from a sponsor wheel, and honestly? Never got the half of the jackpot they promised. Not sure if it was a mistake or just bad luck, but it’s annoying when you expect something and don’t get it.

Derek Dobyns
Derek DobynsGoogle
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1 year ago

Every time I walk into this place, the staff is friendly and actually seems happy to help. I’ve never had an issue with them—even when they didn’t have the part I needed, they went out of their way to track it down for me.

Swishask8
Swishask8Google
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1 year ago

The second I walked in, the guy behind the counter acted like I was wasting his time. Told me I couldn’t even look at the cars or check under the hoods, then quoted me insane prices—probably just because he didn’t feel like dealing with me. Not worth the hassle, and I’d tell anyone else to avoid this place too.

David F
David FGoogle
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2 years ago

This is one of those old-school junkyards where the people running it actually care. Prices are fair, and it’s always worth the trip out there.

Robert Bell
Robert BellGoogle
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7 years ago

Years back, I stopped by this place, and the owner was a real piece of work. Charged way too much for parts that were just sitting there collecting dust, and then had the nerve to mock my car. Real classy, buddy. If you want to run a business, maybe don’t treat customers like that.

qman
qmanGoogle
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7 years ago

Honestly, the prices here are way better than most places I’ve checked. If you’re looking for parts for an older American car, this is the spot—seriously, they’ve got stuff you won’t find anywhere else. One thing to know: the yard sits on an old lake bed, so after heavy rain, it turns into a mud pit. Bring boots if you don’t want to track sludge back to your car. The team’s also super helpful, which is a nice bonus.

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