Auto wreckers, tow companies and impound lots in Seattle, WA

Seattle accounts for 1.2% of the licensed vehicle wreckers in Washington. The ZIP codes with the most junkyards and storage lots are 98108 (4), 98146 (2), 98133 (2). 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 auto wreckers in Seattle 2

Licensed motor vehicle wreckers, first inside the city, then nearby towns. Wreckers buy junk cars and sell used parts; ask what they pay and whether they tow when you call.

More junkyards within 30 miles of Seattle 33

The 25 closest are shown. Search a ZIP above to see the rest.

Tow storage lots in Seattle 9

Storage locations of registered tow truck operators. Towed cars go to the operator's nearest inspected storage lot; many operators store cars at their main address too, so check the tow companies below.

Registered tow truck operators in Seattle 21

Got towed in Seattle?

• Call the number on the tow-away sign, or the police non-emergency line if police ordered the impound. The car goes to the tow operator's nearest inspected storage lot.
• The registered or legal owner, someone with the owner's written permission, or a buyer with proof of ownership can get the car back. Lots must take cash, major bank credit cards, or personal checks on Washington banks (with two pieces of ID).
• You can look at your car at the lot for free during business hours, and your personal belongings must be returned on request when you show ID.
• Think the impound was wrong? Your written hearing request has to reach the district or municipal court within 10 days of the notice. If the impound was improper, you owe no towing or storage fees.

Full guide: towed in Washington →

Seattle questions

How many auto wreckers are in Seattle?

2 licensed vehicle wreckers list a street address in Seattle, and 33 more are within about 30 miles. Search your ZIP above to see the closest ones by distance.

Can I junk a car in Seattle without a title?

If you're the registered and legal owner and the title is lost or stolen, a licensed wrecker can accept your signed affidavit of lost or stolen title instead. See our Washington no-title guide.

My car was impounded in Seattle. How do I get it back?

Find the tow operator through the tow-away sign or the police. The owner, someone with the owner's written permission, or a buyer with proof of ownership can redeem it, paying by cash, major credit card or a Washington personal check.

How do I fight an impound in Seattle?

Send a written hearing request on the required form so the district or municipal court where the car was impounded receives it within 10 days of the notice. If the impound was improper, you owe no towing or storage fees. See towed in Washington.

Listings: Washington State Department of Licensing business licenses (vehicle wreckers and registered tow truck operators), updated October 29, 2026. Rules checked October 29, 2026.