Newport News accounts for 0.5% of the licensed salvage dealers and demolishers in Virginia. The ZIP codes with the most junkyards and storage lots are 23605 (1), 23607 (1). 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 Newport News 2
Licensed salvage dealers and demolishers, first inside the city, then nearby towns. Demolishers crush and scrap cars; salvage dealers buy wrecks and sell parts. Ask what they take and pay when you call.
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Petes Custom Auto Service Inc | 10165 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News 23605 | (757) 599-6000 |
| Virginia Car Parts LLC | 4601 Jefferson Ave, Newport News 23607 | (757) 244-5470 |
More junkyards within 30 miles of Newport News 49
The 25 closest are shown. Search a ZIP above to see the rest.
| Name | Address | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| T's Quality Used Auto Parts | 1212 W Pembroke Ave, Hampton 23661 | ~3 mi | (757) 723-1942 |
| Public Scrap Inc | 2050 W Pembroke, Hampton 23661 | ~3 mi | (757) 245-0097 |
| Long's Auto Recycling,Llc | 604 Shell Rd, Hampton 23661 | ~3 mi | (757) 380-8888 |
| Virginia Motor Specialists Inc | 1927 W Pembroke Ave, Hampton 23661 | ~3 mi | (757) 723-2592 |
| Carrington Motor Group LLC | 1927 W Pembroke Ave Suite C, Hampton 23661 | ~3 mi | (757) 581-5446 |
| German Autohaus | 834 Powhatan Parkway, Hampton 23661 | ~3 mi | (757) 722-6247 |
| Copart | 16 Nettles Lane, Hampton 23666 | ~4 mi | (804) 829-9160 |
| Carrollton Metals | 22097 Brewers Neck Blvd, Carrollton 23314 | ~6 mi | (757) 238-8991 |
| Claytons Auto Parts Inc | 15465 Carrollton Boulevard, Carrollton 23314 | ~6 mi | (757) 238-2885 |
| Tran Auto Body & Used Cars Sales | 331 W Pembroke Ave, Hampton 23669 | ~6 mi | (757) 722-7813 |
| Autobahn Auto, Inc | 120 W Pembroke Ave, Hampton 23669 | ~6 mi | (757) 723-2112 |
| English Motors Ltd | 2312 Route 17, Yorktown 23693 | ~9 mi | (757) 536-5185 |
| M & J Motors | 2024 Rt 17, Yorktown 23693 | ~9 mi | (757) 596-1072 |
| Sims Metal Management | 2116 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Tabb 23693 | ~9 mi | (757) 599-4940 |
| Auto Imports | 2024 A George Washington Mem Hwy, Yorktown 23693 | ~9 mi | (757) 223-4074 |
| Bryant Motorsports Used Auto Parts | 718 Virginia Ave, Portsmouth 23707 | ~12 mi | (757) 621-2424 |
| Gac Automotive Center | 2100 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth 23707 | ~12 mi | (757) 393-4021 |
| Southside Motorsport | 2406 Rodman Ave, Portsmouth 23707 | ~12 mi | (757) 558-2000 |
| R & R Motor Co Inc | 919 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk 23518 | ~13 mi | (757) 480-1100 |
| Car Farmer & Sales | 3900 Garwood Ave, Portsmouth 23701 | ~13 mi | (757) 596-9595 |
| E L M Motorsports | 3900 Garwood Ave, Portsmouth 23701 | ~13 mi | (757) 724-6930 |
| S.S&K | 2711 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth 23701 | ~13 mi | (757) 998-6961 |
| Empire Recycling | 1100 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk 23504 | ~13 mi | (757) 524-5101 |
| Brown's Automotive Services | 700 Yorktown Ave, Portsmouth 23704 | ~13 mi | (757) 399-4999 |
| Import 4 Less Used Auto | 706 7th St, Portsmouth 23704 | ~13 mi | (757) 776-6702 |
Got towed in Newport News?
- Call the police non-emergency number posted on the tow-away sign; Virginia requires it on every sign, and the tow operator has to notify the police right away.
- Unless Newport News or its county sets different limits, a no-consent tow of a passenger car can't cost more than $210 for the hookup and initial tow, plus $30 for nights, weekends or holidays (no more than twice).
- There's no storage charge for the first 24 hours, and if you get there before the car is actually towed away, the most they can charge is $25.
- Charges above the company's posted rates can't be collected.
Full guide: towed in Virginia →
Newport News questions
How many junkyards are in Newport News?
2 licensed salvage dealers and demolishers list a street address in Newport News, and 49 more are within about 30 miles. Search your ZIP above to see the closest ones by distance.
Can I junk a car in Newport News without a title?
For an older car, often yes: Virginia lets a licensed auto recycler demolish a vehicle at least 10 model years older than the current model year without a title, after the DMV checks theft and lien records. Newer cars need the title. See our Virginia no-title guide.
How much can a tow company charge in Newport News?
Unless the city or county sets its own limits, $210 for the hookup and initial tow of a passenger car without your consent, plus up to $30 for nights, weekends or holidays (no more than twice). No storage charge for the first 24 hours. See towed in Virginia.
What if I catch the tow truck in Newport News?
If you're there and move the car before it's actually towed, it can't be towed, and the fee can't be more than $25 unless a local ordinance sets a different limit.
Listings: The Virginia Motor Vehicle Dealer Board and DMV list of licensed salvage dealers and demolishers, updated October 29, 2026. Rules checked October 29, 2026.