From tires to the full engine, your vehicle has many moving parts, and when those parts malfunction you need to replace them quickly or find yourself stranded. Yet auto parts are expensive, so how can you keep your car running while saving money? The answer is with Auto Parts City and our quality used auto parts.
Shopping for used parts helps you stretch your dollar further, and, in the case of older or specialty vehicles, used parts may be the only option when manufacturers stop making parts for a vehicle. Whether you are working on your own personal vehicle or have a mechanic’s shop that is working on vehicles for others, used parts are the key to doing your job as cost effectively as possible.
Auto Parts City is the area’s top choice for quality used parts for cars, vans, trucks, SUVs and more. When you shop with us, you will be able to choose from a large selection of quality used parts to keep your vehicle running at its best. We make it easy to find the right parts, because we have a searchable database that can dig through the thousands of cars in our inventory to point you towards the right one for your needs. Since many manufacturers use the same parts in many different models, this database will cut down your searching time by showing you exactly what parts we have and what vehicles they are compatible for.
Are you ready to get started finding the right parts for your project? Our friendly team of parts experts is ready to assist. If you have been searching the Web for “used auto parts near me,” your search is over with the help of Auto Parts City. Stop in at one of our recycling facilitys today, or contact us to learn about our available inventory, and free your budget by lowering the price of your next parts purchase.
Used Tires in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin
Tires, because they are replaced more frequently than other vehicle components, may still have plenty of life left in them when the vehicle’s engine suffers a major breakdown. This means a vehicle that has been junked may have perfectly good tires. At Auto Parts City, we know how to evaluate tires to determine if they still have good life left, and you benefit from the low prices on our quality used tires. If you’re in the market for tires for your vehicle, trust our expert team to help you find the right ones
Used Engines in Chicago and the Surrounding Communities
Many of the cars that come to us with serious body damage or transmission problems have engines that are still in good, working order. Our team evaluates the quality of the engines and sells those that still have plenty of life. If you have a vehicle that needs a new engine installed, you can save significantly by shopping with Auto Parts City for used engines. Because we have such a large inventory of vehicles on our lots, and that inventory is always changing and rotating, you will easily find an engine to fit your vehicle, and save money by purchasing used.

Shop for Used Transmissions at Your Local Auto Salvage Parts Yard
A transmission is one of the most costly systems to replace in your vehicle. When you come to Auto Parts City, you will find a large number of used transmissions in good, working order. Rather than replacing that broken transmission with a completely new one, trust our team to provide you with a used parts option at a fraction of the price. Contact Auto Parts City today to learn what transmissions we have in stock, then stop in to pick up the transmission to complete your project.
Used Batteries for Cars, Trucks, SUVs and More
Why pay full price for a battery or your vehicle? When you visit your local auto salvage parts yard at Auto Parts City, you can find good quality used batteries to keep your vehicle up and running, without the high cost of new batteries. We have batteries in stock for all types of vehicles, including those that are hard to find batteries for elsewhere. If your battery has lost its charge, check with us first to save money and time in your search for a new one.
Quality Used Radiators in the Greater Chicagoland Area
Does your radiator have a leak? Auto Parts City has used radiators for sale that makes it simple to replace that leaky one with a new, functional one, without spending a fortune. We have radiators for everything from sedans to SUVs and even collector and rare cars, so check with us first as you look for your replacement radiator. Our used radiators have been thoroughly tested to ensure they are quality parts, so you can shop with confidence.
Keep Your Car Running Well with Used Starters from Auto Parts City
Without a starter, your car cannot go anywhere, but when your starter is on the fritz you don’t necessarily have to spend a lot of money to buy a new one. Auto Parts City is able to pull starters from our salvage vehicles, clean them up, then sell them to you for a fraction of the cost of a new one. We have starters in all shapes and sizes, so we are certain to have one to fit your vehicle. Let our experienced team search the database for starters to find one that will fit your vehicle, so you can save money on your replacement starter.
Find Used Alternators Conveniently in the Windy City
Your car’s alternator helps the battery recharge once the engine starts. Over time, they can wear out and even fail, leaving the battery without a way to charge fully. When you are starting to see signs of alternator problems, you need to replace yours quickly, and used alternators provide the best value. Auto Parts City is your only resource needed for used alternators. We carry an extensive inventory of used alternators to fit all makes and models. Whether you have a van, car, truck, SUV or specialty vehicle, we can locate the used alternators you need to keep things running well.
Specialty Parts for Your Rare or Collector Car
Auto Parts City has a solid reputation in the local community for the cleanliness of our auto salvage yard and the fair prices we pay for used and junk vehicles. As a result, we have many people with collector vehicles they no longer want who will sell their vehicles to us. If you have a specialty car, rare vehicle or collector piece, we likely have the used parts you need to keep it running well. As you work to restore and protect your vehicle, let us be your parts supplier.

Pick a Part Yourself or Let Us Do It for You
Auto Parts City has two convenient options for you as you search for your car parts. One option is to enter our Pick a Part Junkyard to search for the parts you need and pull them right from the engine yourself. We help you pinpoint the best location in the yard to find the used parts you’re looking for, then let you go in and dig for yourself. This means your parts cost even less, and you have the opportunity to inspect the quality and select them specifically for yourself.
If you do not wish to do the legwork, no worries. We have a team of parts experts who can pull the parts for you. They will search our database, locate the part and get it for you, saving you time while you also save money. Either way, you will get quality parts affordably when you shop with Auto Parts City. Stop in today to see what we have for sale.
Shop Chicago’s Most Eco Friendly Junkyard
Why should you purchase your used auto parts from Auto Parts City? We are the only area recycling facility to receive multiple awards for our environmentally friendly operations. In everything we do, we strive to be an asset to the Chicago area community, and this includes keeping our recycling facility clean and attractive.
Every vehicle that comes into our recycling facility is evaluated carefully. If it is still in good working order, we will resell it to a new owner who will continue to use it. If not, we will carefully recycle it, starting with draining and recycling the fluids, then pulling the usable parts, and then recycling the glass and metal to be used in new car constructions.
On our lot, we strive to keep the local environment protected. Every car is drained of all fluids before it heads out to the lot, so none of them enter the local waterways or soil. In addition, we use a storm water filtration system to estrus any trace bits of oil or other fluids that are left behind on the vehicles are removed from the water before it enters the local waterways. Once the water has been filtered, we funnel it to a field or pond that we created on site, where it contributes to the local environment.
At Auto Parts City, we strive to do things better, and you will notice this the moment you pull into our facility. If you need used parts for your vehicle and want to shop with a team that is committed to protecting the environment, then you want to shop with Auto Parts City. We invite you to stop in today to see what we currently have in our inventory, or give us a call to talk to one of our parts experts about your options.