Miller Auto Wrecking

Miller Auto Wrecking - Hopewell, Ohio

Miller Auto Wrecking is a self-service auto salvage yard in Hopewell, Ohio. Customers can find used auto parts, scrap metal, and other automotive components here. The yard operates on a "u-pull-it" model, meaning visitors browse the inventory themselves, locate the parts they need, and remove them without help. The business also takes in junk cars for scrap and parts, though they don’t advertise a cash-for-cars program. Miller Auto Wrecking has served the Hopewell area since 2005, focusing on providing affordable, reusable auto parts to DIY mechanics and repair shops.

Services & What to Expect

Miller Auto Wrecking is a self-service salvage yard. Customers handle finding and removing parts on their own. The yard doesn’t offer part lookups or help locating specific components. Tools are available for rent or purchase on-site, and the business provides a list of recommended tools to bring, including a battery-powered impact wrench, jack, and jack stands.

What You Can Find

The yard carries a mix of domestic and foreign vehicles, with a focus on late-model cars and trucks. Common parts available include:

• Engines and transmissions
• Body panels (doors, fenders, hoods)
• Suspension components (control arms, struts, shocks)
• Braking systems (calipers, rotors, brake pads)
• Interior parts (seats, dashboards, door panels)
• Electrical components (starters, alternators, wiring harnesses)
• Exhaust systems (headers, catalytic converters, mufflers)

How Self-Service Works

To use Miller Auto Wrecking’s self-service system, follow these steps:

1. Arrive during operating hours. The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. It’s closed on Sundays.
2. Park and enter the yard. Visitors must check in at the office upon arrival. A staff member will give a map of the yard and explain the layout.
3. Locate the part you need. The yard is organized by vehicle make and model, but signs aren’t always clear. Customers search the rows of vehicles on their own.
4. Remove the part. Tools are available for rent (prices vary) or customers can bring their own. Staff don’t assist with part removal.
5. Pay for the part. Pricing depends on the part’s condition and demand. Customers pay at the office after removal. The yard doesn’t offer discounts or negotiations on prices.
6. Clean up and dispose of debris. Visitors must remove any scrap metal or waste generated during part removal. The yard provides dumpsters for disposal.

Important notes:

• No part is guaranteed to work. Buyers check parts at their own risk.
• The yard doesn’t offer warranties or returns on salvaged parts.
• Customers must transport parts themselves. The business doesn’t deliver or ship.
• Tools and equipment are the customer’s responsibility. The yard isn’t liable for accidents or injuries.

Location & Hours

Miller Auto Wrecking is at 4355 Pleasant Valley Road, Hopewell, Ohio, 43746. The yard is easy to reach from US-22 and OH-77, with free parking on-site. The entrance has a large blue sign with the business name.

Operating Hours

The yard closes for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas but doesn’t post a full holiday schedule online. For the latest info, call ahead or check their website .

Directions

From US-22:

1. Take exit 122 for OH-77 South toward Hopewell.
2. Drive about 3.5 miles on OH-77 South.
3. Turn right onto Pleasant Valley Road. The yard will be on your left after 0.7 miles.

From OH-35:

1. Merge onto US-22 East toward Cambridge.
2. Take exit 122 for OH-77 South toward Hopewell.
3. Follow the same directions as above from OH-77.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours for Miller Auto Wrecking?

Miller Auto Wrecking is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The yard is closed on Sundays and major holidays. For holiday closures, check their website or call (740) 452-1570.

Does Miller Auto Wrecking buy junk cars?

Miller Auto Wrecking takes junk cars for scrap and parts but doesn’t advertise a cash-for-cars program. To confirm their current process and pricing, call them at (740) 452-1570. They don’t list acceptance criteria or pricing online.

What kind of parts can I find at Miller Auto Wrecking?

The yard carries parts from domestic and foreign vehicles, including engines, transmissions, body panels, suspension components, braking systems, interior parts, electrical components, and exhaust systems. Inventory changes often, so visitors shouldn’t expect specific parts to be in stock. The business doesn’t offer part lookups or guarantees on condition.

How does self-service auto salvage work at Miller Auto Wrecking?

Customers must find and remove parts themselves. The process includes:

1. Checking in at the office for a yard map.
2. Searching the inventory on your own.
3. Using rented or personal tools to remove the part.
4. Paying at the office after removal.
5. Disposing of debris in the provided dumpsters.

Are there any tools I should bring to Miller Auto Wrecking?

Yes. The yard suggests bringing:

• A battery-powered impact wrench
• A jack and jack stands
• Basic hand tools (sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers)
• Gloves and safety glasses
• A pry bar or breaker bar for stubborn bolts

Does Miller Auto Wrecking offer any guarantees on parts?

No. All parts are sold as-is, and the yard doesn’t offer warranties, returns, or refunds. Customers check parts before buying. If a part is damaged or unusable after removal, the sale is final.