Scrap cars and trucks – a treasure trove of sellable goods.
Catalytic converters: contains Platinum – $ depending on the size and type.
Usable cores: If you ever purchased a remanufactured starter, alternator, transmission, or engine from an auto parts store. Chances are it is on it’s second life. Rebuilding companies will purchase scrap engine parts in order to use the oem castings for rebuild.
Resellable items: Headlight and tail light assemblies are very expensive to replace. OEM vs Aftermarket
Running Engine & Transmissions = $
Usable Tires Rims Wheels – Scrap
Batteries – car, motorcycle, marine
Sulfation – build up of corrosion on the lead plates inside the battery.
internal plastic components
seats and upholstery
wiring harness
the shell – 2000 – 3000lb hunk of scrap steel.
A skilled dismantler can easily deconstruct a car in one day or less.
In many states you may have to obtain a salvage permit if it’s your primary source of income.