For collecting scrap, you do not have to go too far. Start right from your own neighborhood. You can spread the news in your neighborhood that you are collecting used and unwanted items on some fixed day of the week. Another option is to distribute pamphlets proclaiming the same message. In this way, they will get a means to dispose off their trash, and you will get what you wanted. Plus, you can offer them to clear their garages, basements or attics in return of a fee. You can even talk to them personally so that they know you are trustworthy.

With our mother's reluctant blessing, Robert and I set out, with our dog, Cindy, to explore. We didn't tell her we were looking for the town junkyard. She made us wear our high boots. We promised to stay close and to look out for rattlesnakes.

The Dealer - The best place to get original equipment manufacturer parts is through your local dealer. They have everything your vehicle needs or can order it for you. However, just remember a dealer can be a pricey option for you: you'll pay the full price on just about everything in their inventory.



People, usually, have an opinion that these second hand parts are of very poor quality. They think that the only place where they could hunt for them is a nearby junk yards close by me. This is, however, not the truth. In fact, there are many reliable and reputed places where you could find used auto parts that are as good as new ones. What's more, you get them at incredibly low prices. This, however, doesn't mean that they're of inferior quality.

For those who live near a car junkyard, this can be a cornucopia of auto junkyard parts. However, this can be quite time consuming, especially in large junkyards. You may have to search through hundreds of vehicles before finding the right part. It is also dirty work so wear old clothes. The advantage is the price. You can usually get the part you need at rock bottom prices and many junkyard owners will negotiate. Be sure to check out the part carefully as you can rarely return a non-working car part.

As one may expect, a vintage or classic car part would come as used, so there is still the fear that the part may work now, but in the near future, it may still conk out. This can cause a great dismay to the restorer. To a newbie, all of this may seem as a very daunting task. But for those who are willing to do the effort, here are some places where you can find vintage car parts.

One way to get cash for junk cars is to do most of the work yourself and then take the car to your local junk yard and sell it to them. If you are familiar with the inner workings of automobiles, this may be the way to go. The main things you need to do is to drain all gas, oil, coolant, and other fluids from the car. Junk yards only take cars with four tires, so make sure you have removed the spare tire. Make sure that if the car is under 10 years old you have the title available to give to the junk yard. Arrange for transport to the junk yard and that is it.

Advertisement can also be another way to junk a car. This can be done through distributing flyers or leaflets. Advertising over the internet is also another way because in this modern era many people use the internet. Posting information on different websites increases the chances of selling the vehicle. Not only is it important to mention all the details of the vehicle but also photographing it is very important. As a matter of fact, the best way of promoting anything starts with the person close to you. When you want to junk your cars, tell your relatives, friends, neighbors and all the people close to you about the cars you are selling.

Still had the old catalog, and ordered a couple things to "fix her up". Good quality at a price I could afford. (That's what I liked.) Then once, I got a part that was supposed to fit all cars (but not MG's, I guess), and they quickly refunded my money. ( auto yards near me what I mean.) Now even today, I still trust them for supplying quality parts at reasonable prices. (That's what I appreciate.) I still order from them for my 'Vette, my truck, and motorhome.