A&B Auto Salvage - East Los Angeles, CA
A&B Auto Salvage is a self-service auto salvage yard in East Los Angeles. The yard sells used and salvaged vehicle parts to DIY mechanics, car owners, and repair shops. Customers browse the lot, find their own parts, and remove them without needing an appointment. The business dismantles vehicles on-site, offering parts soon after they arrive. Since popular items sell fast, early visits give the best selection.
Services & What to Expect
A&B Auto Salvage is a self-service yard, meaning customers search for and remove parts themselves. Staff don’t help locate or extract parts, so bring your own tools. The inventory includes engines, transmissions, body panels, interior parts, and mechanical components from various vehicle makes and models.
Key details about the yard:
- Self-service only: Customers enter the lot, find parts, and remove them independently. No staff assistance is provided for part location or extraction.
- Walk-in only: The yard doesn’t require appointments. Popular parts may sell out, so visiting early is best.
- Payment options: Cash and major credit/debit cards are accepted. Prices are set per part with no hidden fees.
- Vehicle dismantling: Cars are broken down on-site, so parts are often available shortly after arrival. However, the yard doesn’t buy junk cars—check local cash-for-cars services if selling a vehicle.
- No core charges: Unlike some yards, A&B doesn’t require returning used parts for a refund.
Before visiting, make sure to:
- Check the official website for inventory updates or closures.
- Bring tools like wrenches, sockets, and pry bars for part removal.
- Know the make, model, and year of the part needed—staff don’t help match parts.
- Arrive early for the best selection, especially for high-demand items like engines.
Parts are sold as-is with no warranties. Test them before buying when possible.
Location & Hours
A&B Auto Salvage is at 1034 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033 , near the intersection of Cesar Chavez Avenue and Brooklyn Avenue. Plenty of parking is available on-site.
Business hours are:
| 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 – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Use the address in a maps app for directions. The yard is near public transit, with bus stops on Cesar Chavez Avenue.
Call (323) 221-2400 with questions, but staff can’t confirm part availability over the phone. The website doesn’t list inventory, so visit in person to check stock.
Videos & Virtual Tours
A&B Auto Salvage doesn’t offer official virtual tours, but this video gives a general idea of how self-service salvage yards work. It’s not a tour of this yard but may help visitors know what to expect.
