A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage is a family owned business serving the Central Coast since 1992. We pay cash for your scrap metal, junk cars, and sell quality used auto parts.
We also accept and pay for CA CRV recyclables.
CRV Recycling closed for lunch 12:00PM to 1:30PM Monday - Friday.
Friday
8a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Monday
8a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Sunday
Closed
Tuesday
8a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Saturday
8a.m. - 1:30p.m.
Thursday
8a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Wednesday
8a.m. - 4:30p.m.
What clients say about A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage in Santa Maria (CA)
Awesome service! Prices are a little high, but this isn’t a self service yard and they help you load the parts on your truck. I absolutely pilfered a crown vic they had and got a lot of really good parts. Super helpful folk! 100% recommended. Check their website inventory, it seems accurate.
Relaxed, friendly staff!
They are closed for lunch between 12pm and 1.30pm, so if you're planning to come between those hours bring a book or something for the wait.
Clean and organized operation. We have bought several units from A1 over the years. They had a low mileage engine pulled and ready to install. It had 116k miles on it and it was easy to install. The guys loaded the motor up for us. We were able to install it with no issues. Now our little Scion is running again! Thank you!!!
Mike is a very thoughtful, generous guy who stopped to help us when he saw us broke-down on the side of the road. He was on his way home for the day and took the time to stop and help us. He's doing a great job carrying on the traditions of this fantastic, locally owned, family business.
I like it there and am finna go back today. [I just do CRV, mind you.] Sometimes, I wonder if I am getting the correct price, but in my case it is just some plastic and aluminum creating clutter in my home and disrupting my feng shui. I also happen to live in San Miguel and see it as gas $$. It is not out of my way, and I actually like it there. Staff always nice.
Have always had a good experience with this place. My only problem is that they close for lunch, but do not put that information on their website. We are having to wait for a half hour to get in and other people are getting in front of us and other people that have been waiting. It would have been good to know when to get here to avoid this situation.
Best place to go in the north county!! A great spot to find a part for a vehicle and/or take in your scrap metal and CRV recycling. Family owned and operated with quality customer service and care.
Pretty much the only place in north county to redeem aluminum cans and plastic bottles any more. Glad they are there to help out. Just wish the driveway and parking are were bigger.
I had taken in some plastic aluminum and glass, everyone there was very helpful. GREAT place to go if u need auto parts or to turn cans in or whatever. Would not go to any other place....
Look, its a recycling place. I dont expect anything special, but this place fell short of my expectations. People are helpful, but the vibe is not great. When I asked questions it felt like I was bothering them. I gave them 3 stars because all-in-all I got my recycling handled, but I will be using a different recycling place moving forward.
Long wait by no fault of their own but once you get in the front it goes swiftly. Recommend grabbing coffee & a breakfast burrito then head over & I went a little after opening
These guys have a very busy wrecking yard. A-1 has smart staff and always give me friendly service. This is a great place to find parts; think they have over 1000 cars/trucks. I found a color matching fender for my Dodge pickup and saved $300 over a new one. I really think they do a great job and have a great selection of parts.
A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage in Santa Maria offers the following services: Salvage yard. You can check with them or contact us—we also offer free vehicle towing, instant quotes, and expert advice on finding the correct parts so you can save money and get exactly what you need with minimal effort.
A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage are located in Santa Maria, and the exact address is listed above on this page. Our regular business hours are 8a.m. - 4:30p.m., but we can arrange appointments outside normal hours upon request. For your convenience, you can also use the Get Directions feature or request on-site service.
Yes, A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage in Santa Maria buys vehicles in any condition — from fully functional to damaged or non-running. You can contact them by phone or us via the online form on our website, specifying the make, model, and year of manufacture of your vehicle. We’ll make you an offer, schedule a pickup, and in most cases, our tow truck can arrive the same day with cash or instant payment.
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