Fast Foreign Auto Salvage at 767 Alpha St, Duarte, CA 91010
Fast Foreign Auto Salvage is a self-service auto salvage yard in Duarte, California. Open weekdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, it specializes in foreign and domestic vehicle parts. The yard has been in business since 1992, offering used parts for DIY mechanics and professionals. Customers can browse the inventory, remove their own parts, and pay by weight for scrap metal.
Services & What to Expect
Fast Foreign Auto Salvage is a self-service junkyard for foreign and domestic vehicle parts. There’s no online parts lookup or ordering—you’ll need to visit in person to search the inventory. Staff can help identify parts but don’t assist with removal. The rule is simple: you find it, you pull it, you pay for it.
Self-Service Salvage Process
To pull parts at Fast Foreign Auto Salvage, follow these steps:
- Visit during business hours (Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM). The yard is closed on weekends and holidays.
- Search for the part you need in the inventory. The yard focuses on foreign vehicles but also carries domestic parts.
- Remove the part yourself using your own tools. The yard doesn’t provide tools or disassembly help.
- Pay for the part by weight (scrap metal pricing) or by the item, depending on what you’re taking. Some parts have fixed prices.
- Take the part with you immediately—the yard doesn’t hold pulled parts for later pickup.
Bring your own tools, gloves, and safety gear. The yard doesn’t sell equipment or provide disassembly services.
Scrap Metal Recycling
Fast Foreign Auto Salvage buys scrap metal for recycling. Customers can bring in old vehicles, metal debris, or other scrap to sell by weight. Prices depend on current metal market rates and can change. The yard doesn’t buy whole cars for parts—only scrap metal is purchased separately from the salvage operation.
What to Bring
- Vehicle identification (if you’re pulling parts for a specific make or model)
- Tools for disassembly (wrenches, sockets, pry bars, etc.)
- Gloves and safety gear (the yard isn’t responsible for injuries)
- Transportation for pulled parts (some may be large or heavy)
- Cash or a payment method (the yard may not take all cards—call ahead to confirm)
Parts Inventory
The yard carries a mix of foreign and domestic auto parts, including:
- Engines and transmissions (foreign and domestic)
- Body panels (doors, fenders, hoods, trunks)
- Suspension and drivetrain parts (control arms, axles, differentials)
- Electrical components (wiring harnesses, sensors, alternators)
- Interior parts (seats, dashboards, trim)
- Miscellaneous hardware (bolts, brackets, fasteners)
Inventory changes daily, so call ahead at (626) 357-3361 to check for specific parts before visiting.
Getting Rid of a Junk Car
Fast Foreign Auto Salvage doesn’t buy whole junk cars. If you need to sell an old vehicle, check our cash for junk cars directory for local buyers in Duarte and nearby areas.
Location & Hours
Fast Foreign Auto Salvage is at 767 Alpha St, Duarte, CA 91010. The yard is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Pacific Time). It’s closed on Fridays, weekends, and holidays.
Directions
From the 210 Freeway (Foothill Freeway):
- Take Exit 25 (Duarte Rd/Alpha St) toward Duarte.
- Turn left onto Alpha St.
- The salvage yard is on your right at 767 Alpha St, about 0.3 miles from the freeway exit.
Parking is available on-site. The yard is fenced, and entry is through the main gate during business hours.
Contact Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours for Fast Foreign Auto Salvage?
The yard is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Pacific Time). It’s closed on Fridays, weekends, and holidays. Call (626) 357-3361 to confirm hours before visiting.
Does Fast Foreign Auto Salvage buy junk cars?
No, the yard doesn’t purchase whole junk cars. It focuses on self-service parts and scrap metal recycling. For junk car sales, check our cash for junk cars directory for local buyers in Duarte.
What kind of parts can I find at Fast Foreign Auto Salvage?
The yard specializes in foreign vehicle parts but also carries domestic components. You’ll find engines, transmissions, body panels, suspension parts, electrical components, and interior trim. Inventory changes often, so call (626) 357-3361 to ask about specific parts before visiting.
How does self-service auto salvage work at Fast Foreign Auto Salvage?
Customers must:
- Visit during business hours (Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM).
- Find the part themselves in the yard.
- Remove it using their own tools.
- Pay by weight (scrap metal pricing) or by the item.
- Take the part with them immediately—no storage is provided.
Staff can help identify parts but don’t assist with removal. Bring tools, gloves, and transportation for heavy items.
Do I need to make an appointment to pull parts?
No appointments are needed. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours. Calling ahead at (626) 357-3361 to check part availability is a good idea, though, since inventory changes often.
Can I sell scrap metal at Fast Foreign Auto Salvage?
Yes, the yard buys scrap metal for recycling. Customers are paid based on current metal market rates. Bring your scrap during business hours for weighing and payment. Whole cars aren’t purchased—only metal debris and disassembled vehicles are accepted.
