Is your car in need of a repair, or do you require a new set of wheels?
If you’re an experienced driver, you probably know what it’s like to get truly comfortable with a trusty vehicle, to have a favorite that you use to compare any other car you see.
But like all things mechanical, cars do eventually cross the threshold on the point of no return, where no repairs or part replacements are going to revive that formerly trusty hunk of metal. The question is, how do you know if your best option is to sell it to an auto parts salvage center?
At Carolina Pick-N-Pull, our staff members are well-informed and can help you make the tough calls when it comes to selling your car to us so that others can have access to quality auto parts. But, it never hurts to understand for yourself some of the more common signs that your daily driver has limped through its last morning commute. Here are just a few scenarios in which we’ve found that it’s much easier on you to sell your vehicle to a facility like ours, rather than try to delay the inevitable with a temporary fix.
The cost of the repair outweighs the price of something new
When it comes to older makes and models, there are times when the estimated cost of repairs can in fact exceed what you might pay if you invested in a car that’s at least new to you. In this instance, it literally pays to go ahead and take a look at what’s on the market and what your budget can afford. And, selling the old car to an auto parts salvage center can help cover the cost of your new ride, depending on how much the facility is able to offer you for the still functioning pieces.
The replacement parts won’t last long
Driving on borrowed time? Let’s face it; as much as you love your car, it’s not going to be around and in perfect working order forever. The same can be said for the individual parts and components you may have had to replace along the way. After so many tune-ups, those items you’ve added in and worn down in turn will only last so long, especially in a car that is tacking on the years itself. When you find yourself constantly replacing parts, it might be time to consider the possibility of trading up for something new and selling your car to a center like ours.
Repairs won’t give you peace of mind
Just because you’ve patched something up on a well-loved vehicle, doesn’t mean you feel safe driving it. As your car gets older and accumulates wear and tear, some of those repairs you or your mechanic have made along the way just won’t cut it. Eventually, cars do become unsafe to drive, and it’s better that you find something else to commute in before that happens. Selling your vehicle to an auto parts salvage center can at least ensure that the working parts are still available to those who might need them, while also giving you the opportunity to drive safely and comfortably in a better equipped ride.
Still on the fence about selling your older car? The experts at Carolina Pick-N-Pull are available to discuss your options, and you can find our facilities at two convenient North Carolina locations, and one convenient South Carolina location. Contact us for more details!