If your car is old then there are many more sources where you can look for the parts. The older vehicle also accepts different kinds of accessories, without hampering the performance of the engine.

Another, idea that struck me. Heated seats. This is actually a fairly simple idea. You can pull them from any factory-equipped car. Try the local 06 chrysler 300. Just make sure they can bench test them before you walk out the door. You’ll want the thermostat control with this, which can be mounted under the tail for adjustment while riding. Basically, heated seats are no more then a heating pad element that sits under the upholstery, a top the padding. The heating elements average about 100-140 degrees F. I did a search for «Upholstery Heating Elements» and came up with some good results and even installation instructions and tutorials for various seats. Both OEM and retro fits.

Another good thing about salvage yard is the spare parts here may not be found in local auto part shops. Some cars are manufactured in other countries and so spare parts, especially of older models, have to be ordered from the manufacturer, which is very expensive. However, in a salvage yard, it can be gotten at a cheaper price.

With recessionary times around, your local Auto Wrecking Yard has never been a better place to help you save hundreds of dollars on auto repairs. You can find numerous Auto Salvage yards in your state to help you find the parts you need to fit your vehicle.

Used parts are often bought in an attempt to save money and these are usually okay. Often the parts are brought back or barely used because they were not right for the vehicle. Sometimes a car is stripped of its parts after being sold and those parts are used in other vehicles. There is nothing wrong with these parts except they have been used, but they are cheaper. You can get really high-quality auto parts and accessories for a cheap price when you buy them used. You only need to weigh whether you want to spend more for new parts and have a longer life with them, or if you want to get the cheaper used parts.

Every junk yard is a little different with regard to pricing. And the amount you can expect to save will vary based on the type of item you’re looking for. For example, car seats may carry higher savings than fuel pumps. As a general rule, you should expect to pay 40% to 50% less than you would for a comparable new unit. A brand new «straight-from-the-box» alternator might cost $200. At a junkyard, you should expect to pay $100 to $120 for the same brand and model.

The next option we have for you to sell junk car, especially if it is a vintage classic car, is to contact a dealership or a mechanic. These people will be interested in buying the car if it is a classic because they can refurbish the car and sell it on to other people. Classic cars can make a lot of money if they are done up well and auctioned off to car lovers. So this is another option for you if you want to sell junk car.