Thomas Smith Used Cars & Parts

Located at 599 Johnston Hwy, Trenton, SC, 29847, Thomas Smith Used Cars & Parts is an environmentally conscious automotive recycling facility. They focus on eco-friendly vehicle dismantling, reclaiming reusable metals, and reclaiming OEM components.

By choosing this yard in the SC salvage network, you support sustainable automotive care. This recycling depot extracts fluids and salvages pristine mechanical components to minimize environmental waste.

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Green Auto Recycling & Eco Salvage at Thomas Smith Used Cars & Parts

At Thomas Smith Used Cars & Parts, 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:

Clean Electrical Accessories

Extend vehicle life with salvaged Denso alternators, starter motors, windshield wiper linkages, and window regulators.

Chassis Components & Wheels

Explore steel wheels, control arms, sway bars, and calipers salvaged from clean donor vehicles.

Pro Tips for Sourcing Parts at Thomas Smith Used Cars & Parts

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

Pro Sourcing Tip: Bring safety glasses and robust gloves. Safely removing parts requires dealing with rusty hardware and sharp sheet metal.

Comparison: Sourcing Used OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts

Part Quality Checklist

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

• Inspect Fluid Reserves: Avoid parts showing heavy grease coatings or indications of internal leaks.
• Reclaim Factory Seals: Reclaim original rubber mounts or gaskets only if they are soft and free of rot.
• Recycle Core Spares: Bring your old battery or starter along to avoid standard core fees.
• 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.

Educational Video: Scavenging Used Auto Parts for Restoration

Learn the basics of searching rows of donor vehicles, removing components, and navigating parts yards efficiently:

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