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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Best Cash For Cars San Diego
2305 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106-6050
Mon-Sun 9am-5pm
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6880 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
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3911 5th Ave Ste 150, San Diego, CA 92103-3149
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4535 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116-4212
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Cash For Cars San Diego California
5965 Village Way, San Diego, CA 92130
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-5pm
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Duke's Cash For Cars
4565 Ruffner St #376, San Diego, CA 92111
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Joe's Cash For Cars
969 Heritage Rd, San Diego, CA 92154
Mon 7am-10pm, Tue 7am-10pm, Wed 7am-10pm, Thu 7am-10pm, Fri 7am-10pm, Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7am-10pm
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Milano's Cash for Cars
350 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101-7496
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SellMax Cash For Cars
3930 Oregon St Ste 114, San Diego, CA 92104
Mon 8am-7pm, Tue 8am-7pm, Wed 8am-7pm, Thu 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-6pm
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SellMax Cash For Cars
2667 Camino del Rio S #307-2, San Diego, CA 92108
Mon 8am-7pm, Tue 8am-7pm, Wed 8am-7pm, Thu 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-6pm
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SellMax Cash For Cars
925 B St Ste 401, San Diego, CA 92101
Mon 8am-7pm, Tue 8am-7pm, Wed 8am-7pm, Thu 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-6pm
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Sellmax Cash For Cars
7245 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115-1830
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9747 Businesspark Ave Ste 224, San Diego, CA 92131-1653
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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.