Fort Collins Automotive Salvage

Fort Collins Automotive Salvage is a dedicated automotive recycling center situated at 226 12th St, Fort Collins, CO, 80524. Perfect for budget-conscious car owners and local car clubs, they focus on helping you find used factory parts at a fraction of retail prices.

Serving mechanics and DIY builders across the CO salvage network, this salvage lot provides a steady stream of fresh donor cars, ready to be stripped of high-value parts.

Business Directory Information

Property	Details
Address	226 12th St, Fort Collins, CO, 80524
Direct Line	(970) 484-1000
Operating Region	Sourced from Fort Collins, CO and surrounding districts
Service Type	Used Car Parts Sourcing & Vehicle Dismantling

Sourcing Guide & DIY Sourcing at Fort Collins Automotive Salvage

At Fort Collins Automotive Salvage, the yard inventory turns over frequently as new donor cars, light trucks, and SUVs are processed daily.

Buyers can explore a variety of parts organized by category:

Mechanical & Drivetrain Assemblies

Find long-block engine setups, manual or automatic transmissions, axle shafts, drive lines, and exhaust manifolds.

Exterior Panels & Glass

Perfect for quick repairs—select from hoods, doors, trunk lids, tailgates, and passenger side mirrors.

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Pro Tips for Sourcing Parts at Fort Collins Automotive Salvage

Make your salvage excursion as efficient as possible by planning ahead and following yard guidelines.

Pro Sourcing Tip: Call ahead to (970) 484-1000 before heading down to verify gate fees, row configurations, or core return credits.

Comparison: Sourcing Used OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts

Part Source	Cost	Fitment & Quality	Warranty
Used OEM (Fort Collins Automotive Salvage)	$$ (Very Low)	Perfect — Original factory fitment.	Exchange options may vary.
New Aftermarket	$$$ (Medium)	Good — Minor modifications might be needed.	1 to 3 years.
OEM Dealer New	$$$$ (Highest)	Perfect — Original factory spec.	12 months.

Part Quality Checklist

Take these precautions to verify that parts are functional before purchase:

• Verify Part Numbers: Compare original OEM tags directly against salvaged parts in the yard.
• Look Inside Electrical Sockets: Make sure there are no bent pins or green corrosion before purchasing.
• Bring Extra Extensions: You will need long-reach sockets to unbolt hard-to-reach motor mounts.
• Decode Vehicle History: Use our VIN lookup tool to check model specs and ensure parts match.
• Sell Unwanted Cars: If your car is beyond salvage, you can also sell your junk car for cash directly.

Find other salvage suppliers in our nationwide auto scrap yard directory.