Wilken Auto Salvage Nashua at 1157 275th St, Nashua, IA 50658

I’ve been to a few junkyards, but Wilken’s in Nashua is the only one that’s ever made me think, *Damn, these people actually care.* Called them Monday about a part, and by Tuesday they’d pulled it, called me back, and had it ready. No runaround, no excuses—just straight-up help. The whole crew’s friendly, and it’s clear they’d rather solve your problem than just take your money. That’s rare in this business. ---

You don’t just *do business* with the folks at [Business Name]—you end up feeling like you’ve known them for years. They’re the kind of people who make you glad to live in the same town as them. Not every shop treats you like family, but these guys do. If more places ran their business with that same honesty and warmth, the world’d be a better place. ---

Found this place through eBay, and honestly, their communication before I even bought anything was way better than most. I was hunting for a 35-year-old part that I couldn’t find anywhere near me—turns out, they not only had it but walked me through every detail like I was some kind of expert. I’d forgotten what that part even looked like from years ago, but they didn’t make me feel stupid for asking. That’s the kind of service that earns five stars, no question. Other places just point you to a manual or a website, but Wilken’s team actually *helped*—saved me a ton of time and hassle. Worth every cent, no exaggeration. ---

This salvage yard’s the real deal. Prices are fair, and if you’re missing a random bolt or bracket, they’ll usually dig one up for you no problem. Unlike some places that ghost you after you call, these guys actually pick up the phone and stand by what they sell. Their network’s solid too—if a part’s hard to find, they’ll track it down. And don’t just rely on their online listings; half the time, the good stuff isn’t even posted. Pick up the phone and ask. ---

Driving from Charles City to Mason City for work one day, my ABS light came on. By the time I hit the Nora Springs exit, I heard this godawful grinding from the driver’s side—thought it was the brakes acting up. Didn’t think much of it until I got home that night. Took the Charles City exit, tapped the brakes to slow down, and *sparks* started flying off the wheel. Pulled over, yanked the tire off, and the whole caliper, rotor, and wheel hub just *fell apart* in my hands. My stomach dropped. I’d been driving on that for who knows how long. Scoured the internet for a cheap fix and stumbled on Wilken’s in Nashua. Funny enough, I remembered their Iowa Falls location from when I lived in Hampton—always had solid used parts, and they’d even pull the pieces for you. If you’re on a tight budget but need something reliable, this is the place. No frills, no overcharging, just parts that actually work.