How Do Junkyards Work?

Junkyards purchase wrecked vehicles that are not worth the cost to repair and then sell any car parts from the vehicle that are still functional. They get their inventory from sources such as private owners, insurance companies, and auto auctions. Many junkyards offer free towing services to incentivize selling them your junked vehicle.

What Tools Should I Bring to the Junkyard?

Having the right tools on hand is critical when picking parts. Here are my top tool picks for pulling parts: Wrenches Ratchets Sockets SAE and Metric Extensions Impact driver Pliers Hammer Breaker bar Screw drivers Penetrating Fluid Sawsall

Why do Junkyards Charge Entrance Fees?

Some self-service junkyards charge an entrance fee (normally less then $10) to walk around. This is to help cover maintenance and administrative costs that the yard incurs.

Can you Negotiate with a Junkyard?

For standard parts like doors, alternators, fenders, engines, transmissions, mirrors etc junkyards have fixed listed prices that are non-negotiable. In my experience though if you are a regular and are buying multiple parts, you can often ask if they could give you a discount on a certain piece.

How Much do Junkyards Pay for Cars?

There are many factors that determine the price, but most commonly you will get between $250 and $500. The prices fluctuate based on the scrap metal market prices and the weight of your vehicle determines how much scrap metal you have. Other factors to be considered are whether or not you need a tow, the mileage on the vehicle, and any damage. A running vehicle is worth more then one that is totally decommissioned.

10 Amazing 1970's Ford Mustang Junkyard Finds [Photo Scroll]

The Ford Mustang has been in production since 1964. It is the longest running model name in the Ford lineup. These “pony” cars were designed to be sport coupes and convertibles, defined by their “long hood, short deck” design. Theses ponies became larger and much heavier each model year in the the early 1970s, some weighing over 3000 pounds. There are many variations of the Stang in the 70’s, but this iconic car always maintains it’s mean muscular look. No matter what condition it is in…it is one tough lookin car. While these wheels are not in the prime any optimist can see the potential of what these Stallions were before they were Mustang Junkyard finds.

While these junkyard finds aren’t mine they are awesome none the less. Here are some of the most amazing Ford Mustang junkyard finds. May be you’ll get inspired and visit a Mustang junkyard near you.

1970’s Ford Mustang Junkyard Finds

1978 Stallion

1978_Ford_Mustang_Stallion. Found in a Colorado wrecking yard. Photo-by-Murilee-Martin

1972 Mach 1

1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1 – credit: toronado_trofeo

1978 Mustang II

1978 Ford Mustang II Colorado Junkyard photo by MurileeMartin

1970 Mach 1

1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 – Just saved from a scrap yard by a Vintage Seller

1972 Coupe

1972 Mustang Coupe. This Parts car is sitting at Desert Valley Auto Parts

1974 Coupe Ghia

1974 Ford Mustang Coupe in Colorado Wrecking Yard. Photo by Murilee Martin

1977 Cobra II Hatchback

1977 Mustang Cobra II Hatchback. Sitting at Death Valley Auto Parts

1970 Boss 302

1979 Cobra

1979 Ford Mustang Cobra. Found at a Denver self service wrecking yard. Photo by Murilee Martin.

1977 Ghia

1977 Ford Mustang Ghia. Found in a California Junkyard. Photo by Murilee Martin.

1970’s Ford Mustang Junkyard Finds – Wrap Up

While these beasts have seen better days, remembering what they were is half the fun. Sometimes looking at these feels heart breaking, but there is definitely beauty in it. To find some mustangs near you, you can check out Ford junkyard page and our Mustang junkyard page. You can learn more about the history of the Ford Mustang here.

James

James is an avid junkyarder and mechanic. He has visited Junkyards in every US state and has restored over 30 makes and models of vehicles. He has several automotive and recycling related blogs that generate over 150K views a month.

10 Amazing 1970’s Ford Mustang Junkyard Finds