Kearney accounts for 2.0% of the licensed wrecker and salvage dealers in Nebraska. Addresses and phone numbers come straight from the state license records, so call before you drive over: hours, prices and what each yard buys or sells vary.
Junkyards and salvage yards in Kearney 2
Wrecker and salvage dealers licensed by the state, first inside the city, then nearby towns. They buy vehicles to dismantle for parts or sell as scrap. Call ahead for hours and prices.
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alter Metal Recycling | 4211 E 43rd St Place, Kearney 68847 | (308) 237-2194 |
| Andersen Self-Service Auto Parts Inc | 2045 25th Rd, Kearney 68847 | (308) 236-7661 |
More junkyards within 30 miles of Kearney 2
| Name | Address | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| King of Kars Inc | 845 S Brown Ave, Minden 68959 | ~18 mi | (308) 830-0411 |
| Tri-City Auto Parts Inc | 924 W 4th, Holdrege 68949 | ~29 mi | (308) 995-6043 |
Got towed in Kearney?
Call the number on the tow-away sign where you parked, or the police non-emergency line, to find out which lot has your car. Bring photo ID, proof you own the car, and a way to pay, and ask for an itemized receipt.
Kearney questions
How many junkyards are in Kearney?
2 licensed wrecker and salvage dealers list a street address in Kearney, and 2 more are within about 30 miles. Search your ZIP above to see the closest ones by distance.
Do Kearney junkyards need the title to buy my car?
Most licensed yards need the title or another ownership document the state accepts, and they'll ask for your ID. Call ahead and ask what paperwork they require before you tow the car over.
How do I get the best price for a junk car in Kearney?
Call two or three yards on this page and ask what they pay per ton for a whole car and whether they tow. Our scrap value calculator gives you a ballpark first.
Listings: The Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board list of licensed wrecker and salvage dealers, updated October 29, 2026.