Salem accounts for 0.5% of the licensed salvage dealers and demolishers in Virginia. 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 Salem 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sharp Cars, Ltd | 2020 West Main St, Salem 24153 | (540) 387-9520 |
| The Shop | 4220 W Main St, Salem 24153 | (540) 380-2211 |
More junkyards within 30 miles of Salem 45
The 25 closest are shown. Search a ZIP above to see the rest.
| Name | Address | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah Auto Parts Inc | 1901 Shenandoah Avenue NW, Roanoke 24017 | ~7 mi | (540) 343-7908 |
| Mullins Used Auto Parts & Recycling LLC | 502 30th St, Roanoke 24017 | ~7 mi | (540) 537-2228 |
| Automotive Solutions Inc | 115 17th Street NW, Roanoke 24017 | ~7 mi | (540) 343-6580 |
| Star Motor LLC | 5124 Melrose Ave NW, Roanoke 24017 | ~7 mi | (540) 685-0000 |
| S&S Car Sales LLC | 3325 Hershberger Rd NW, Roanoke 24017 | ~7 mi | (540) 970-5718 |
| Whitlow Recycling LLC | 5892 Ridgelea Rd, Roanoke 24018 | ~7 mi | (540) 774-0205 |
| Hollins Motors LLC | 26 Industrial Dr, Roanoke 24019 | ~9 mi | (540) 566-3751 |
| Parts Unlimited | 1001 Gus W Nicks Blvd, Roanoke 24012 | ~12 mi | (540) 343-9899 |
| Old Dominion Auto Salvage | 3002 Sleepy Drive, Roanoke 24012 | ~12 mi | (540) 344-9000 |
| A D Weddle Co Inc | 1613 13th Street NE PO Box 12602, Roanoke 24012 | ~12 mi | (540) 345-2331 |
| Robert Young's Auto & Truck Inc | 210 Carver Ave, Roanoke 24012 | ~12 mi | (540) 982-3809 |
| Affordable and Dependable Auto Services LLC | 3110 Williamson Rd, Roanoke 24012 | ~12 mi | (540) 655-4040 |
| Gerdau | 2580 Broadway Ave S.W., Roanoke 24014 | ~12 mi | (540) 981-1211 |
| Olivers Auto Parts and Salvage | 834 Cumberland Ave, New Castle 24127 | ~13 mi | (540) 864-6238 |
| Southside Auto | 22661 Virgil H Goode Hwy, Boones Mill 24065 | ~14 mi | (540) 334-2336 |
| D & M Parts & Repair | 772 Brumfield Rd, Blacksburg 24060 | ~17 mi | — |
| Oliver's Automotive LLC | 3392 Mt Tabor Rd, Blacksburg 24060 | ~17 mi | (540) 552-1972 |
| Omni Source Southeast | 282 Wayland Street, Vinton 24179 | ~18 mi | — |
| D H Griffin Wrecking Company Inc | 819 Third Street, Vinton 24179 | ~18 mi | — |
| Tcb Auto Recovery & Removal LLC | 1207 Daleton Ave, Vinton 24179 | ~18 mi | (540) 206-7772 |
| Ak Auto Care & Sales LLC | 520 Hardy Road, Vinton 24179 | ~18 mi | (540) 519-2055 |
| Hartsel Auto Shop | 6398 Edwardsville Road, Hardy 24101 | ~20 mi | (540) 890-3200 |
| Bill's Used Parts Inc | 1415 Radford Rd, Christiansburg 24073 | ~21 mi | (540) 382-3972 |
| Sawyers Inc | 2500 Brammer Lane, Christiansburg 24073 | ~21 mi | (540) 394-8000 |
| Agee's New & Used Parts | 1450 Radford Road, Christiansburg 24073 | ~21 mi | (540) 382-4831 |
Got towed in Salem?
- 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 Salem 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 →
Salem questions
How many junkyards are in Salem?
2 licensed salvage dealers and demolishers list a street address in Salem, and 45 more are within about 30 miles. Search your ZIP above to see the closest ones by distance.
Can I junk a car in Salem 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 Salem?
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 Salem?
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.