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.
Memphis 4
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Junk Car Pro- Cash 4 Junk Cars
2995 Gill Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
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Memphis Wrecker
5005 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38122
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Pull-A-Part
2955 Farrisview Blvd, Memphis, TN 38118-9519
Yard Mon-Sun 8am-5:30pm, Store Mon-Sun 8am-6pm
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U-Pull-It Auto Parts
1515 N Watkins St, Memphis, TN 38108-1070
Mon-Sun 8:00am-4:30pm
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Cash for Junk Cars Chattanooga
4402 7th Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37407-2616
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-4pm
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Cash For Junk Cars Clarksville
900 Providence Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042
Denmark 1
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DIY AUTO PARTS
677 Betty Manley Rd, Denmark, TN 38391
Mon-Sat 8am-4:30pm
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Pull-A-Part
5800 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924-2249
Admissions Mon-Sun 8:00am-5:30pm, Retail Mon-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm
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TN Junk Cars
407 Dick Buchanan St, La Vergne, TN 37086
Lebanon 1
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Harris Auto Recycling
464 Cainsville Rd, Lebanon, TN 37087-3966
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8:30am-12:30pm
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Flat Rock Auto Parts & Salvage
720 Flat Rock Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Sat 9:00am-3:00pm, Sun Closed
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Pull-A-Part
7114 Centennial Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209-1008
Yard 8:00am-5:30pm, retail 8:00am-6:00pm daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas E
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Lamberts Pick A Part
7838 Clinton Hwy, Powell, TN 37849-4113
Also in Tennessee
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers52
- Junkyards that Buy Cars43
- Salvage Yards with Online Parts Inventory14
- Local Salvage Yards and Auto Recyclers10
- U-Pull-It Junkyards9
- Junk Car Removal with Free Towing6
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 Tennessee. You can browse 13 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 Tennessee. With 13 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.