Depending on the age and condition of your car, it may be more beneficial to take it to the junkyard than put it up for sale. However, that doesn't mean you should just drive it straight there. There are several items you can remove from your car before junking it. 

4 Items to Remove from Your Car Before Junking It

1. Valuable Parts

Just because your taking your car to the junkyard doesn't mean there's no value in it. There are several parts that can be removed from your car and sold or saved for later. For instance, if you have a good audio system, there's no reason why you should throw it out. The same goes for your GPS, exhaust system, and even fenders and bumpers. Depending on their condition, you may also want to remove doors, windows, and your car battery.

2. License Plates

Next, you need to remove the license plates from your car. Even if it's just going to be scrapped, many states require you to stay in possession of your plates when ownership is transferred or abandoned. You might even need them when you go to the DMV to cancel the title. It's better to save yourself a headache and remove them before scrapping parts. 

3. Personal Items

Take the time to search every nook and cranny for your personal items. You may have pieces of jewelry that have fallen between the seats, an old iPod in the glove compartment, or even just a range of valuables that you carry around in your car. The best way to ensure you get everything is to thoroughly clean your car before taking it in. You don't have to shampoo the carpets, but taking out any trash and other items will reduce the chances of you bypassing items you'll miss.

4. Tires and Rims

Depending on when you bought them, the tires and rims could have years of life left. If you get another car, you can keep them as a backup set or immediately put them on your new vehicle and keep the others as a spare. Tires and rims can be quite valuable, so don't throw away money by forgetting them at the junkyard. 

If you're thinking about taking your old car to the junkyard, make a visit to Phipps Auto Parts in Goshen, OH. This licensed recycling center will fully evaluate your vehicle to determine its value, taking into account usable parts and the scrap metal market price. They also provide towing to pick up cars that no longer drive. Not only can you make some extra cash, but recycling metal has a positive impact on the environment. To learn more about their business, visit them online. You can also call them at (513) 722-2034 to request additional details.