There are many parts on your car that can be removed and resold for far more than what a scrapyard will offer.
Here are the top 5 most valuable parts to pull before scrapping your car.
1. Catalytic Converter
- Catalytic converters have precious metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium that make them very valuable. Because of this they can sell between $100 or even more than $1,000 depending on the type of vehicle it comes from.
- How to sell it – look for metal recyclers or auto buyers who specialize in catalytic converters. Be aware of regulations, in some locations, you’ll need documentation to legally sell one.
2. Engine and Transmission
- If your engine or transmission is still in decent working condition, these can be very valuable to people looking to replace parts. Even if they are not functional, some parts or cores can still be refurbished.
- A running engine or transmission can sell from $500-$3,000 depending on vehicle type, mileage, and condition.
3. GPS and Infotainment Systems
- Modern vehicles often come with high-tech navigation or entertainment systems. These parts cane be resold for hundreds of dollars, especially if they include touchscreen displays, Bluetooth, or back up cameras.
4. Airbags
- If the airbags have not been deployed and are still intact, they can be resold to repair shops to refurbish. New airbags are expensive, so there is a market for used ones.
- You can sell them from $150-$500 per airbag.
5. Rims and Tires
- Alloy rims, especially OEM or custom ones, are always in demand. Even used tires with good tread life can be sold separately.
- Alloy rims can sell for $100-$500+ for a set.
- Used tires can sell from $25-$100 per tire, depending on size.
Before you send your car off to the scrap yard, take some time to strip the parts with the most value. Some of these parts can be taken off with the most basic tools, and the payout can be worth the effort. If you’re in the Tampa Bay, Fl area, give All Auto Hustlers a call (813-622-7928) We’d love to help!