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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Bruce Auto Parts
8218 Mechanicsville Tpke, Mechanicsville, VA 23111-1221
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Pops Pick and Pay
8219 Mechanicsville Tpke, Mechanicsville, VA 23111-1216
Richmond 2
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Chesterfield Auto Parts
5111 Old Midlothian Tpke, Richmond, VA 23224-1121
Mon-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri-Sun 8am-5pm
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Roscoe's Junk Cars
925 E 4th St, Richmond, VA 23224
Mon-Sun 7am-7pm
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Car's Cash For Junk Clunkers
1019 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209-2225
24/7
Norfolk 1
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Cash For Junk Cars Norfolk
440 Monticello Ave Ste 1835A, Norfolk, VA 23510
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Chesterfield Auto Parts
4855 Puddledock Rd, Prince George, VA 23875-1240
Mon-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri-Sun 8am-5pm
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Lew's Auto Service & Salvage
6516 S Roxbury Mill Rd, Spotsylvania, VA 22551-2430
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Also in Virginia
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers43
- Junkyards that Buy Cars26
- Salvage Yards with Online Parts Inventory11
- Local Salvage Yards and Auto Recyclers9
- U-Pull-It Junkyards6
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 Virginia. 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 Virginia. 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.