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Auto Salvage & Junk Yards Near You in Iowa

6 of the 117 junkyards we track in Iowa have salvage auto parts and junk car buying. Full listings for every city are on the Iowa page.

6auto salvage yards
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117auto salvage yards statewide

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.

Davenport 4

  1. Car's Cash For Junk Clunkers

    4620 E 53rd St Ste 200, Davenport, IA 52807

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  2. Car's Cash For Junk Clunkers

    4620 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA 52807-3620

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  3. Davenport

    304 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52801-1201

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  4. Wangelin’s Auto

    2272 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52802-2833

    Mon 8am-4:30pm, Tue 8am-4:30pm, Wed 8am-4:30pm, Thu 8am-4:30pm, Fri 8am-4:30pm

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Des Moines 1

  1. U-pull-it

    1600 NE 44th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313-2624

    8:00 AM - 6:15 PM, 7 days a week

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Tama 1

  1. Sandhill Auto Salvage

    1981 Highway E64, Tama, IA 52339-9419

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Bring required documentation: Most states require a valid government ID and a clear vehicle title in your name to sell a car for scrap, though some yards accept registration papers for vehicles over 10-15 years old.

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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.

Who will buy junk cars?

Auto wreckers, scrap recycling centers, and vehicle salvage yards buy scrap cars across Iowa. You can browse 6 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 Iowa. With 6 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.