Driving to four yards to ask whether anyone has your part is the old way to do it. Some yards publish a live inventory you can search by year, make and model before leaving home — that is what this list is for. Inventory turns over fast: most self-service lots crush cars 30-45 days after they arrive, so a hit you find online is worth calling about the same day.
Tiverton 4
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General Auto Recycling
384 King Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878-2721
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Sanford and Son Ltd
104 Cynthia Ave, Tiverton, RI 02878
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Tiverton Auto Parts Inc
541 Bulgarmarsh Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878-3837
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Sanford & Son Auto Parts
533 Bulgarmarsh Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878-3807
Johnston 1
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Capital City Salvage
77 Armento St, Johnston, RI 02919-2735
Mon-Fri 8-5 | Sat 8-1
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Kingstown Auto Recycling
381 Oak Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852-5408
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K & R Auto Salvage
950 Smithfield Rd, North Providence, RI 02904-2920
Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm, Saturday 9am–1pm
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Five Star Auto Salvage
1348 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917-1118
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Woonsocket Auto Salvage
5 Madison Ave, Woonsocket, RI 02895-5617
Also in Rhode Island
- Auto Parts Stores75
- Junkyards that Buy Cars16
- Scrap Metal Yards & Recycling Centers16
- Recycling Centers16
- Cash for Junk Cars and Salvage Buyers12
- Used Auto Parts Suppliers7
Good to know
Can you check junkyard inventory online?
At some yards, yes — chains and larger independents publish a searchable inventory updated as cars arrive on the lot. Smaller yards often keep inventory only in a counter system, so a phone call is still the fastest route. This list flags the yards that say they offer online search.
How long do cars stay in a self-service yard?
Commonly 30 to 45 days, after which the remaining shell is crushed and sold for scrap. That is why an online listing is time-sensitive: a car that showed up last week may be gone by the end of the month.
Who will buy junk cars?
Auto wreckers, scrap recycling centers, and vehicle salvage yards buy scrap cars across Rhode Island. You can browse 9 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 Rhode Island. With 9 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.