Scrap Car Parts Which Should Be Checked & Sold Separately

Posted by Michael Griffin on August 22nd, 2019

If you are experienced in pulling cars apart, pulling out and reselling usable parts is a good way to get some money for scrap cars in Denver. This is because even if the junk vehicle is not working, its parts may still be functional. These parts can either be sold to an automotive salvage yard or to people who need second-hand car parts for a few US Dollars each depending on the car’s model and how functional it is. The total value from the sales could be substantial. Here are some parts you should check before selling your junk car:

Battery

Car batteries don’t sell for much but are recycled very often. They could either be sold to a junkyard for a few bucks or refurbished with Epsom salt and distilled water and then sold to someone. A refurbished battery can run up to five years.

Air Conditioner

Car air conditioners are always in high demand, especially during the summers when the heat simply gets intolerable. Selling a working AC will earn you thanks along with the cash.

Engine Oil And Its Filter

Engines simply cannot run without them. The engine oil can be used and reused again and again after filtering out all filth it has collected. The oil filter can also be reused after a thorough cleaning. They don’t sell for much but reselling them is an eco-friendly step.

Catalytic Converter

A catalytic converter is the most important component of the car’s exhaust system. The converter consists of catalysts which filter the smoke that comes out of the exhaust. These catalysts are valuable metals like palladium, rhodium, and platinum. Many car thieves simply go for the converter which is why someone may need a new one.

Windshield

The windshield is very prone to cracks and other damages, which is why if your car’s windows are intact they would make a good replacement for someone else’s. Even if they are not in one piece, the car’s glass could be recycled into bottles glass, reinforced concrete bricks, and fiberglass insulation while the plastic layer could be recycled into the glue.

Wheels

If they have not gone flat the rubber tire part could still be useable and by extension valuable. The rubber is also used in road construction. The rim is much sought after by car enthusiasts, modifying specialists and street racers who are willing to pay good money for them.

Fenders

It’s difficult to find cheap replacements for fenders because they usually come attached to the bumper. Instead of replacing the bumper and fender, many customers prefer second-hand fenders to make some savings.

Bumpers

Bumpers are often crushed or lost in accidents. The money you earn out of selling them depends on the make, model, manufacture year of the car and the bumper’s condition. It’s sought after by metal scrapyard due to the steel and aluminum.

Radio

Because who wouldn’t want one in their vehicle?

Belts And Chains

These components are essential to run the engines and the intact ones are treasured as they can be resold to other customers.

Wipers

They don’t sell for much but some loose change of fifty dollars or so for each arm isn’t bad either.

GPS System

An in-built one will sell for more than a portable one.

Tailgates

It’s the back gate of a minitruck. The amount you receive will depend on the model of the minitruck.

Headlights And Indicators

These often need to be replaced after an accident that is why you will find many buyers for them.

Scrap Metal And Plastics

Once you have removed and sold all the parts that you could, all that is left are scrap metal and plastics. These can be sold to the scrapyard by the weight for a small amount where the metal will be crushed, the plastic will be shredded and sold to recycling facilities for profit.

Also, if you plan on selling your scrap car to an automotive salvage yard you don’t need to and probably shouldn’t pull apart your car. This is because many junkyards prefer towing the car to their place in one piece and pulling it apart over there. You should, however, check and take note of all the parts that are working so that you can get more money for scrap cars in Denver. Most junkyard tow scrap cars for free which further adds to your savings.