Austin Wrench A Part At 5055 E Hwy 71 E, Del Valle, TX 78617

Been coming to Wrench a Part for years now, and it’s always a solid experience. Their text alerts for discounts are handy, and the staff—both when you walk in and when you’re checking out—are just plain nice. Pro tip: use their website to check if the car you need is actually there before you drive over. Saves a lot of time. I also get notifications when a 1999–2004 Mustang rolls in, which is a nice little perk. Got a pair of lower control arms here recently, and the bushings were in way better shape than I expected. Plus, the price was so low I didn’t even need to factor in the cost of a press to swap them out. That’s a win right there. ---

Big thanks to Barrett and Ruben (or Rueban, however you spell it) for the help and good conversation. Really appreciate the way they handled business—no nonsense, just straight-up fair dealing. Ruben hooked me up with the best price I’ve seen all day on a car I was planning to keep around. The whole experience—talking, working, the way they do things—was solid. Y’all are good people. Grace and peace to you all, and God bless. 🙏

Stopped by this junkyard last week, and it was a smooth experience from start to finish. The guys working there were helpful, knew their stuff, and didn’t make me feel like I was wasting their time. The place itself is easy to move around in—no wandering around lost—and the prices were fairer than what I’ve seen elsewhere. They even gave me a hand loading the parts into my truck, which was a nice touch. If you’re hunting for car parts or just looking to scrap an old ride, this is the spot. Good people, decent selection, and no runaround. Would go back. ---

Alright, here’s the deal with this place—it’s not for the faint of heart. First off, there’s no bathroom, no shade, and you’re basically out in whatever weather Texas is throwing at you that day. What’s in stock today might be gone tomorrow because parts move fast—it’s first come, first served. Call ahead if you can, though, because the staff will at least tell you what’s there. They’re friendly, speak both English and Spanish, and will pull parts for you if you ask. But here’s the catch: you *have* to bring your own tools. The cars are lined up by make, but good luck finding what you need in one piece. And don’t even think about staying past 5 p.m.—I’ve heard multiple stories of people getting kicked out at closing time, only to show up the next day and find their part already gone. They take cash, credit, and debit, but I just bring cash to keep it simple. Oh, and they’ll sell you a $1.50 bottle of water on the way out, which is a small price to pay when you’re sweating in the Texas heat. I managed to grab two parts for my car for around $20, though I struck out on the others I was looking for. Still, I found a few things that *might* work in a pinch. Just know everything’s been sitting outside, so bring gloves, sunscreen, and maybe a hat. And if you’re not quick, you’ll be competing with folks who show up ready to work—especially for transmissions, tires, and batteries. One more thing: they hit you with an extra fee at checkout, which feels a little unnecessary, but hey, that’s how they keep the lights on. Parking’s also tight, so plan accordingly. The staff’s nice enough, but they won’t bend the rules—if you’re not out by 5, you’re out of luck. ---

This junkyard’s actually pretty well-run considering it’s just a bunch of busted-up cars piled together. The staff explained everything clearly, and Arturo helped me track down what I needed on my first try. If you’re looking for tires or random parts, you can call ahead and ask if they’ve got your make and model in stock. They’ll even give you a little map showing where to find it—saves a lot of time. Just remember: bring your own tools. And if you forget water or Gatorade, they’ll sell you some on-site. It’s hot out there, so don’t skip the hydration. ---