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A car is a significant investment so it’s understandable that you want to get the most for your money. But it’s also important to know when it’s time to let go. If your vehicle is old and falling apart or has sustained significant damage in an accident, it may be time to take it to a junkyard that buys used auto parts. Here are four signs your vehicle is a junker. 

4 Signs a Car Should Be Scrapped for Auto Parts 

1. Increasing Maintenance Costs

Routine maintenance and occasional repairs are part of owning a vehicle, but it’s important to recognize when you’re putting more into fixing a car than it’s worth. Older cars tend to need more frequent repairs. If manufacturers have stopped producing pieces for that model, it can become increasingly difficult to find replacement auto parts, making repairs even more costly. Keep track of how much you’re spending on repairs; if it’s nearly as much each year as you would on the annual amortization on a new car, consider selling and investing in a replacement.

2. You Can’t Safely Drive It

autopartsJust because you can drive a car doesn’t mean you should. If it’s not safe to drive due to unpredictable breakdowns, malfunctioning airbags, or missing seat belts, it should not be on the road. It will also be difficult, if not impossible, to sell. When a car is a threat to your safety or others’, it’s best to take it to a junkyard and use the money to purchase a new vehicle.

3. It Has a Salvage Title

A vehicle may have a salvage title if it’s been heavily damaged or if an insurance company has deemed it a total loss. It’s unlikely you’ll be able to sell a car with such a title. Criteria for a salvage title vary from state to state, but in most cases, you are better off selling it to a junkyard.

4. It Has Working Auto Parts

Cars that still have working parts are worth more at the junkyard. Many people purchase used auto parts from scrap yards as those salvaged from junk cars almost always fit those of the same model. Scrapping your vehicle while some parts are functional is an excellent way to recycle and protect the environment while getting cash for your junk. 

 

Northwest Auto Parts in Anchorage, AK, is the area’s go-to auto recycler. With a reputation for honesty and a broad selection of quality used auto parts, there’s nowhere better to trade in your car for cash. Call (800) 770-6531 to speak with a friendly team member about the auto recycling process or visit their website to browse their auto parts online. 

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