This section features auto salvage yards, scrap recyclers, and auto wreckers operating across the United States. These facilities buy non-running, damaged, or end-of-life vehicles for cash and resell usable OEM auto parts at 50% to 80% below retail prices. Before visiting, determine whether the yard is a self-service lot where you pull parts yourself or a full-service operation where technicians handle part removal.
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EZ Pull N Pay Birmingham
1849 Ruffner Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210-3903
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Junk Car Boys Birmingham - Cash For Cars
2732 Bush Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35208
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Car's Cash For Junk Clunkers
1313 Fletcher St NW, Huntsville, AL 35801-4665
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Car's Cash for Junk Clunkers
4825 Commercial Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35816-2207
Decatur 1
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EZ Pull N Pay
205 Pine Ave SW, Decatur, AL 35601-7629
Mobile 1
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Barry's U Pull It Auto Parts
5385 Barry Dr, Mobile, AL 36582-1664
Mon-Sun 8am-5pm (registration closes 5:30pm)
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Pull-A-Part
4526 Norman Bridge Rd, Montgomery, AL 36105-3419
Mon 8am-5:30pm, Tue 8am-5:30pm, Wed 8am-5:30pm, Thu 8am-5:30pm, Fri 8am-5:30pm, Sat 8am-5:30pm, Sun 8am-5:30pm
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Sellmax Cash For Cars
315 28th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-1022
Also in Alabama
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers41
- Junkyards that Buy Cars35
- Junk Car Removal with Free Towing9
- Salvage Yards with Online Parts Inventory6
- U-Pull-It Junkyards5
Good to know
How much cash do junk yards pay for a car?
Most scrap yards pay between $200 and $500 for complete passenger cars based on current steel prices ($150 to $220 per ton) and recoverable catalytic converter metals. Larger SUVs, trucks, or drivable vehicles with intact high-demand parts can yield $500 to $1,500+. Towing is typically included at no extra charge.
What is the difference between self-service and full-service junk yards?
Self-service yards (often called pick-a-part or U-pull lots) charge a $2 to $5 gate entry fee and require you to bring your own hand tools and safety gear to pull parts directly from cars. Full-service yards store dismantled parts on warehouse shelves or have yard staff remove the specific component for you, charging higher prices for the saved labor.
Can I sell a car to a junk yard without a title?
It depends on state laws and vehicle age. While most scrap yards strictly demand a clean title to prevent vehicle theft, states like Texas, Florida, and Georgia allow title-less sales on vehicles older than 10 to 12 years if you provide valid state registration and a signed bill of sale.
Who will buy junk cars?
Auto wreckers, scrap recycling centers, and vehicle salvage yards buy scrap cars across Alabama. You can browse 8 licensed auto buyers in the state to get competitive scrap quotes. Most buyers handle all ownership transfer paperwork and offer complimentary towing.
Who gives the most cash for junk cars?
High cash offers are typically made by established salvage yards and automotive recyclers operating in Alabama. With 8 listings available state-wide, comparing quotes from multiple yards helps maximize your payout. Complete vehicles with intact catalytic converters and valuable parts command higher prices.