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How long should my car last?

Posted by on Dec 11, 2020 in Aftermarket Parts | Comments Off on How long should my car last?

Few drivers want their cars to last forever. After a decade or so, a typical driver wants a new look. When your car is getting too old, decide when to part ways and research your options for junk cars.

How Long Have You Driven It?

Decide how long you’ve been driving your current car. Most modern car makes and models last an average of 20 years. The best cars run longer than 20 years; however, you’ll face more mechanical problems and have to replace old auto parts.

To avoid paying for one auto repair after another, buy a new car after 15 to 20 years. Your car should be efficient at all times, and you should never worry about sudden breakdowns or regular repairs. Instead of making another repair, look into getting rid of the junk parts instead.

Contact an Auto Salvage Business

When you’re ready to get rid of an old car, you automatically want to sell it for cash. In reality, a decades-old car is worth only $1,000 or slightly more. No one wants to buy a car and then have to pay for an auto repair or replace its junk parts. Instead, you may earn more money by selling the auto parts online. If those parts are worthless, and you want to get rid of the car immediately, find an auto salvage yard that specializes in removing junk cars.

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Getting Your Car Ready for Spring

Posted by on Dec 2, 2019 in Aftermarket Parts, Cheap Used Auto Parts, Cheap Used Auto Parts NYC, Junk Car, Junk Yard Tips | Comments Off on Getting Your Car Ready for Spring

Spring is a new season that comes with new responsibilities. Know what is currently wrong with your car and fix any damages that you find. Here are a few tips to prepare the vehicle for Spring.

Get a Maintenance Checkup

Get a post-winter maintenance checkup before the season arrives. Getting a maintenance checkup is recommended to know all of the new problems that your car now has.

The first step is to inspect and maintain the tires. Have the tires inflated if the pressure has decreased due to low temperatures. Inspect the tires for holes or tears and rotate them if necessary. When it gets too cold, your fluids freeze, so have all of your fluids refilled.

Get Repairs Done

Make repairs as soon as problems are found. Fixing a dead battery is a typical auto repair that is made once winter ends. During winter, the freezing temperatures may have damaged some of your auto parts, resulting in newly formed cracks and leaks. One common problem is a cracked windshield that worsens if the crack freezes and expands.

Replace Old Parts

Remove junk parts that are rusted, cracked or damaged. Sell them to companies that specialize in dealing with junk cars. This is important when the repairs get too expensive to fix. Making a replacement is more expensive, but it will remain strong and intact for years to come.

There are certain things to do to prepare your car for Spring. When you have auto parts that are damaged beyond repair, go to a specialist who deals in junk parts and junk cars. Make any auto repair as necessary but also invest in maintenance. Have a professional check the windshield, engine or tires for damages. After a brutal season like winter, make sure that your car is ready for the next season.

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The Five Basics to Car Restoration

Posted by on Aug 14, 2016 in Cheap Used Auto Parts NYC | 0 comments

It is a fact that every one of us wants to have a car of our own to take us everywhere on the road. Then if we put this to the next level some of us has that passion of restoring a classic car not only as a project but a priced possession to roll down on the road with pride. Furthermore, in doing so, there are some factors that need to consider in restoring a project car. It may take months, maybe years or thousands of bucks but is sure worth it once its finish. Here you are the 5 basics to car restoration.

  1. Look for a car that runs.

Buying a car that starts and running saves you more time and expensive mechanical repairs. If you buy a non-running car it is more likely to be expensive for your restoration and it will take more time just by looking for the parts alone. You might be needed to build a new engine but in the best chance possible that you will find a running car it might only take few part replacement and you will be alright.

 

  1. Find a car that has a good value.

There are many cars out there that can be restored but the value of the cars might be different even if it’s restored. Research and look for a car that has a potential not only as the car itself but also a market potential. You can never really tell, your project car when finished might be the next big thing!

 

  1. Rust could be another problem.

This is one of the hardest problem in car restoration, rust. You may find out that some parts or the chassis of the car you are restoring has been eaten by rust. It may take a long time to repair and cost a good amount of money; depending on how rusty is your chassis. You might need to cut the sections, fabricate, and weld new metal plates to strengthen the affected part. If you are lucky enough to find a new chassis you might use that and build your car on the newly found chassis.

 

  1. Parts should be always available; it’s a must on restoration.

This might be the another problem, the availability of parts. If parts are not available, it may hinder your restoration and hold you back and delay your restoration. Salvage yards like we New York City Auto Salvage and Glass has a wide range of cheap used auto parts that can help you on the parts you need. This ensures your project goes smoothly. This also secures you budget and you can save more on parts.

 

  1. Ask for an expert advice.

It will be very handy of you know someone who knows about restoration or someone who did a restoration to give you some advice on your project. If we go back to number 1 choosing the right car is always the good start. Feedback coming from an expert’s point of view is a saving tool from hiccups on your restoration.

 

So there you go the 5 basics to your project car restoration. It may take time but it will pay the price once it’s finished. If you are looking for parts for your car, why not visit New York City Auto Salvage and Glass. Contact us at (718) 297-9797). We will look after you.

 

 

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Used Engines And Transmissions For Sale Installed And Guaranteed So You Don’t Have To Worry!!

Posted by on Sep 16, 2012 in Aftermarket Parts, Cheap Used Auto Parts | 0 comments

NYC Auto Salvage will deal with the repair shops for you if you buy a used engine or transmission from us. We have many good mechanics who will give you a discount and a guarantee on the work they do and we guarantee the used engine or transmission that you purchase from us.

You have nothing to lose at all, the risk is all on us to get the job done the right way the first time or we will make it right.  Most of the time when you buy a used engine or even when you buy a used transmission you will never get a guarantee like you will with us.

 

New Your City Auto Salvage  has cheap used auto parts for sale. We have most parts in stock in the case that we don’t we can have it at our location within a few short hours for pickup.

 Please contact Vinny at 718-297-9797 or Get A Free Quote!

 

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Junk Yard Cheap Used Auto Parts Are A great Way To Get Your Car Moving

Posted by on Oct 2, 2010 in Used Auto Parts | 0 comments

With an economy like we are all experiencing it becomes hard just to maintain. So before you take your car to a mechanic to fix something you can handle yourself. Check with your Local Junk Yard to see if they have the part you need. Most mechanics will get the parts from a junk yard anyway, and charge you more. Some mechanics will allow you to get your own parts for the job bringing the price down a little. So if you are looking for Cheap Used Auto Parts New York City Auto Salvage located in Jamaica  NY can help we stock many parts and we can locate most parts withing a hour to give you a price for the Used Parts you desire

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So if you are in the market for Cheap Used auto Parts Visit or Junk Yard in Queens NY. Call 1718-297-9797 Speak to Vinny let him know you found him on Google or mention this blog for a discount

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