Junkyards and Car Recyclers Near Ames, IA
We found 14 junkyards, salvage and scrap yards or car recyclers within about 40 miles of Ames (Story County), from Google business listings. The closest is Jerry Carney & Sons, Inc. in Ames, near the city center. Call a few for quotes, or compare them against an instant online offer with free towing.
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14 junkyards and car recyclers within about 40 miles of Ames
- Jerry Carney & Sons, Inc.Ames, IA · in Ames1816 SE 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA(515) 232-1897carneyautoparts.com/?utm_source=omg-gbp&utm_medium=webclick
- Cash For Cars - Des MoinesAmes, IA · in Ames3300 Vandalia Rd Ste b, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA(515) 585-9720
- Bell SalvageAmes, IA · in Ames507 Freel Dr, Ames, IA 50010, USA(515) 232-9372bellsalvageames.com
- Purple Cow Junk Removal & Home ServicesAmes, IA · in Ames410 Freel Dr #101, Ames, IA 50010, USA(515) 686-4870purplecowjunkremoval.com
- Mike Louis Body, Paint, Towing, Sandblasting, Mechanical and SalvageAmes, IA · in Ames1901 E Lincoln Wy, Ames, IA 50010, USA(515) 232-3330mikelouisautobodyames.com
- AmesCars.com Your Local Family Owned Used Car Dealership Ames CarsAmes, IA · in Ames100 E Lincoln Wy, Ames, IA 50010, USA(515) 233-9900amescars.com
- AB Junk RemovalAnkeny, IA · ~22 mi from Ames4623 NE McDougal Ln, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA(515) 553-9660abjremoval.com
- Buying junk autos in Des MoinesAnkeny, IA · ~22 mi from Ames124 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA(515) 918-8100
- Junk Free IowaAnkeny, IA · ~22 mi from Ames1605 SE Delaware Ave Ste B, Ankeny, IA 50021, USA(515) 400-0326junkfreeiowa.com
- U-Pull-ItAnkeny, IA · ~22 mi from Ames1600 NE 44th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA(515) 528-3600upullitne.com
- Midwest Electronic RecoveryUrbandale, IA · ~25 mi from Ames7420 University Ave Ste a, Clive, IA 50325, USA(515) 226-9990mcbia.com/ewasterecycle.com
- CarMaxUrbandale, IA · ~25 mi from Ames10315 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322, USA(515) 276-4267carmax.com/stores/6004?utm_source=SEO_Local&utm_medium=SEO_Local_Snack_Pack&utm_campaign=SEO_IA&utm_content=SEO_Urbandale&utm_term=SEO_6004
- Yaw's Auto SalvageDes Moines, IA · ~32 mi from Ames919 SE 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA(515) 266-2046yawssalvage.com
- Swift's Trails End Auto RecyclingWest Des Moines, IA · ~34 mi from Ames1623 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, USA(800) 717-6505swiftstrailsend.com
Independent businesses listed from Google business listings; distances are straight-line from the Ames city center. They are not affiliated with JunkUrCar.
Ames junkyard questions
Where are the junkyards near Ames, IA?
14 businesses within about 40 miles of Ames are listed on this page with their address, phone and distance from the city center; the closest is Jerry Carney & Sons, Inc. (~0 mi).
Salvage yards near Ames, IA
Listings within about 40 miles of Ames with "salvage yard" in their business name include Bell Salvage (in Ames), Mike Louis Body, Paint, Towing, Sandblasting, Mechanical and Salvage (in Ames), Yaw's Auto Salvage (~32 mi). Every listing on this page shows its address or phone and straight-line distance; call ahead to confirm what they accept and whether towing is included.
Ames junkyard options
Listings within about 40 miles of Ames with "junkyard" in their business name include Purple Cow Junk Removal & Home Services (in Ames), AB Junk Removal (~22 mi), Buying junk autos in Des Moines (~22 mi). Every listing on this page shows its address or phone and straight-line distance; call ahead to confirm what they accept and whether towing is included.
Scrap yards in Ames
None of the 14 businesses we list near Ames name themselves a scrap yard, but the junkyards and auto recyclers above generally buy the same cars. Call ahead to confirm, or compare with Peddle's instant online offer (free referral, free towing) using the form above.
Car recyclers near Ames
Listings within about 40 miles of Ames with "car recycler" in their business name include Swift's Trails End Auto Recycling (~34 mi). Every listing on this page shows its address or phone and straight-line distance; call ahead to confirm what they accept and whether towing is included.
How much do junkyards near Ames pay for a car?
Yards mostly pay on weight and parts value. As a guide, non-running sedans in the Ames area typically bring $225–$975 and pickups $650–$3,800, based on ~$195/ton Midwest-region scrap. Ask each yard whether towing is included — that can change your net payout.
Do I need a title to sell to a junkyard in Iowa?
Iowa expects a title for the sale; if yours is lost, Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Division replaces it (Form 411033).