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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Auto Recycle Center MN
4117 Brookdale Circle N, Minneapolis, MN 55443
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Cash Today for Junk Cars
3324 SE University Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414-3326
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Minneapolis Junk Cars Buyer
5810 36th St W, Minneapolis, MN 55416-5108
Ham Lake 2
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Junk Cars For Cash
2125 175th Ave NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304
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North Central Motors
17159 MN-65, Ham Lake, MN 55304-5071
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Andover 1
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Certified Auto Recyclers
3827 Crosstown Blvd NE, Andover, MN 55304-5206
Becker 1
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Recycle Junk Cars
11251 Monroe Dr, Becker, MN 55308-9360
Brook Park 1
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Brook Park Auto Recycling
28178 State Highway 107, Brook Park, MN 55007-2115
Brooklyn Center 1
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Merritt's Auto Recycling
3106 68th Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429-4217
Duluth 1
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Chesney Auto Salvage
6250 Beaver River Rd, Duluth, MN 55803-9413
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (office), 9am-5pm (yard); Sat-Sun Closed
Elk River 1
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Yeller Towing & Wrecking, Inc. Elk River Princeton MN Towing
1 Main St, Elk River, MN 55330
Hamel 1
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MN Towing & Sell A Junker
22105 Horseshoe Trail, Hamel, MN 55340
Harris 1
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Cash For Junk Cars MN
42735 Peaceful Valley Rd, Harris, MN 55032
Mon 7am-8pm, Tue 7am-8pm, Wed 7am-8pm, Thu 7am-8pm, Fri 7am-8pm, Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 7am-8pm
Lake Elmo 1
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Cash for Junk Cars
8085 Hill Trl N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
St Paul 1
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Junk Cars Service MN
1665 Bush Ave, St Paul, MN 55106
Also in Minnesota
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers46
- Junkyards that Buy Cars31
- Salvage Yards with Online Parts Inventory12
- Junk Car Removal with Free Towing12
- Local Salvage Yards and Auto Recyclers7
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 Minnesota. You can browse 15 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 Minnesota. With 15 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.