Is It Worth Fixing A Wrecked Car?

Yes. You should always replace damaged parts after your car has been damaged in an accident. A vehicle is designed to keep its passengers safe. Damaged fenders, bumpers and body panels have already been compromised and will not protect you if you get hit again in the same areas.

Car Accident Vehicle Damage

Your options may be limited if your insurer or the other driver’s policy won’t pay for repair costs. We can’t advise you how to handle the legalities of this situation (that’s what lawyers are for) but we can tell you how to get your damaged car, truck, van or SUV repaired affordably. Junkyards are a great resource for replacing parts damaged by accidents and can save you money even if you have to hire a body shop to complete the work.

Fix Your Car For A Fraction Of What Most Body Shops Charge

Salvage yards are full of body panels, bumpers, doors and any other part that may have been damaged in an accident. You can purchase quality used replacement car parts and swap them out yourself. Another option is to take your damaged vehicle and your recently purchased replacement parts to a body shop. The shop will most likely only charge you for the labor and paint for your repairs but you will have saved money on the actual parts.

What If My Car Insurance Deductible Is Higher Than the Cost of Repairs?

In some cases, minimal damage to your insured vehicle won’t reach or exceed the deductible amount. In this case, you may consider paying for replacement parts and repairs out of pocket. Dented bumpers or doors won’t break the bank. They can be bought from a local or online junkyard at much lower price than new or through a body shop.

Common Parts Damaged in Car Accidents

Most people think only about totaled vehicles when they hear ‘car accident’ but in reality, simple parts like a headlight, rear bumper or taillight may only be damaged. Parts that are made of hard plastic will often break even in an accident that was only a light tap. Internal supports, brackets and hangers that hold your headlights or grill can also break. None of these parts may be necessary to drive your car but you’ll want to replace them so further damage doesn’t occur.

Fix Your Wrecked Car Affordably With Salvage Vehicle Parts

Whether your car was damaged by a fallen tree, theft or a reckless driver, Gardner Auto Parts stocks a variety of pre-owned replacement parts. We’ll work with you to find quality used parts for your import or foreign vehicles. Along with body panels, bumpers, grills, fenders, doors, hoods and trunk lids, we carry just about every part you’ll need to rebuild your European or Japanese car, truck, van or SUV.

View our online inventory or call us at 954-972-9407 if you need assistance locating the parts you need We ship both nationwide and international. If you live nearby, we invite you to visit our junkyard and auto parts store in person. We are located at 2090 NW 21st Street in Pompano Beach, Florida, just south of Copans Road on the east side of the road.