Keep in mind that junkyards are similar to swap meets in that most prices are negotiable. This is especially true when you’re buying parts that are not in good condition. Ask for a discount or offer a lower price. Junkyards will often agree just to move the inventory. That being said, you can expect to pay nearly half of the cost of a new part. For example, a water pump for a BMW 740i may cost $140 new. Expect to pay $70 (in cash) at the junkyard.

junk cars If you are still unable to find the required automotive replacement part, you are searching for, ask people who possess a vehicle since a long time. You may post an ad in the newspapers seeking information on auto replacement parts.

If you carry only liability insurance use your cell phone and call an auto recycling center from the scene of the accident. Confirm they have a licensed tow truck driver and free towing for cars they buy. Once you have confirmed these basics negotiate the sale of your totaled car. Even in a twisted heap your car is still worth a few hundred dollars in scrap metal and the automobile recycling center will deliver your cash with the tow truck.

Instead of putting out money that you really don’t have to spend, why not convert your «clunker» into a cash-saving machine? You would be surprised how easy it is, not to mention how little it would actually cost you. Sure, you could order a kit for $10,000, or for between $500 and $2000 you can actually piece together your own vehicle using free or dirt cheap parts that you can get from salvage yards, auctions and wholesalers. There are many people who have done this successfully and are enjoying quiet, clean, efficient driving, and paying next-to-nothing for fuel and maintenance. All you need is a good set of plans, some basic tools, and a place to work on your car.

The price you will get from a junk yard depends on your location and whether you can drive the car to them. The average price a junk yard will give you for a car you can drive it in is $200. If the junk yard has to tow your car, you will get about half that amount.

You can begin by picking up some piece of metal you observe while driving down the highway. Highways and other community roads will give you a huge number of pipes, hubcaps, metal bumpers and other pieces. There are also aluminum cans scattered at the sides of the highway.