If your car is nearing its end, reselling it may not be a viable option. If that’s the case, taking it to a scrap yard for recycling is the best way to get the most value out of it. Below are three valuable metals that you can find in your junk car. Knowing where to find them will allow you head to the scrapyard with confidence.

3 Commonly Recycled Metals You Can Find in Your Junk Car

1. Steel

Because it’s a durable, affordable material, steel is used for the bulk of car bodies. It’s also a magnetically charged metal, making it easier to recycle because molten steel can be purified through exposure to powerful magnets. It can be used over and over with no drop in durability or performance, so there’s no reason not to recycle it, even if your junk car seems badly beat up.

2. Aluminum

After steel, aluminum is the most widely used material in car manufacturing. Because it withstands high temperatures well, it’s used in many engine components. However, it’s much more expensive than steel, so it makes up less of the car in total. On some models, you may also find it on the rims, door components, and hoods.

3. Copper

On average, there are 55 pounds of copper wiring in your car, which will give your wallet a nice boost — copper is one of the most sought-after metals for recycling. Before taking your junk car in for recycling, check with the scrap yard to determine whether you need to remove the wiring yourself, or if they’ll do it themselves.

By finding the right scrap yard, you can feel good about moving on from your junk car. As a plus, you’ll walk out with cash on the spot. For fair prices and the safest recycling procedures, head to Phipps Auto Parts in Goshen, OH. Car stopped running? They offer towing services to get your junker to the scrapyard. Call them today at (513) 722-2034 to schedule an appointment, and visit them online to learn more about their services.