LKQ Pick Your Part
One of the largest self-service auto parts retailers in the US with over 60 locations nationwide.
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LKQ Pick Your Part is the largest self-service used auto parts chain in the United States, operating over 60 locations across more than a dozen states. Originally founded as part of LKQ Corporation — established in 1998 by Donald Flynn — the Pick Your Part brand was added through the acquisition of Pick-Your-Part Auto Wrecking in 2008. Each yard maintains approximately 1,300 vehicles on-site, with roughly 80 new vehicles added every week, ensuring a constantly refreshed inventory. Customers bring their own tools to remove parts directly from vehicles organized by manufacturer, with free wheelbarrows and engine hoists available. Self-service pricing typically saves customers 50–75% compared to retail auto parts stores. According to the Automotive Recyclers Association, the U.S. auto recycling industry processes approximately 12 million vehicles annually, and LKQ Pick Your Part is one of the largest contributors to this sustainable parts ecosystem. All parts come with an industry-leading 90-day Worry-Free Guarantee.
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Frequently Asked Questions About LKQ Pick Your Part
Everything you need to know before visiting a LKQ Pick Your Part yard
How does LKQ Pick Your Part work?
LKQ Pick Your Part is a self-service junkyard where customers bring their own tools to remove parts from vehicles. Cars are organized in rows by manufacturer for easy access. Free wheelbarrows and engine hoists are provided for handling larger components. You can check available vehicle inventory online before visiting, then pay a small admission fee at the gate.
How many locations does LKQ Pick Your Part have?
LKQ Pick Your Part operates over 60 self-service junkyard locations across more than a dozen states in the United States, including California, Texas, Illinois, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and more. It is the largest self-service auto parts chain in the country.
How much can I save at LKQ Pick Your Part?
Customers typically save 50–75% compared to retail auto parts stores by pulling parts themselves. For example, starters and alternators start at $24.99, tail light assemblies from $9.99, and radiators from $60. Self-service pricing eliminates the labor markup that traditional parts stores charge.
Does LKQ Pick Your Part offer a warranty on parts?
Yes. LKQ Pick Your Part offers an industry-leading 90-day Worry-Free Guarantee on purchased parts, giving customers confidence in their self-service purchases.
How often does LKQ Pick Your Part add new vehicles?
Each LKQ Pick Your Part location adds approximately 80 new vehicles every week. With around 1,300 vehicles on-site at any given time, the inventory is constantly refreshed. Vehicles typically remain on the lot for about one month before being recycled.