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You have likely heard or seen radio, television or billboard advertisements for companies that buy junk cars. When you hear this, you may find yourself wondering why anyone would buy a junk car and what they do with those cars. Here are three different things that companies that buy junkers do with those old cars.

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If you are in need of a car battery, but money is tight, or you do not plan on keeping the car for long, you may be considering a used battery. You can often buy used batteries at junkyards and salvage yards. However, as you search the cars in the junkyards for batteries, there are a few things you need to look for and pay attention to. Knowing what to look for can help you find a used battery that still has some life left in it. Here are a few things to consider when buying a used car battery.

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Do you have a car that costs more to repair than it is worth? Or a car you simply cannot sell, no matter how many times you have lowered the price? If so, it may be time to think about selling your car to a junk or salvage yard. A junk or salvage yard purchases cars that other people do not want. The working parts can be pulled off the car and sold to those needing the parts, and the metal can be recycled.

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When replacing one headlight in your car, you should replace the other. There are several reasons for this. The most important reason is safety when driving at night.

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The radiator has one job and it's an important one: to keep your engine from overheating. Internal combustion engines produce a lot of heat when in use. The coolant in your vehicle circulates through the engine and the radiator, absorbs the heat and uses the air passing through the radiator to cool it down.

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Not having your tires and wheels balanced on a regular basis can result in undesirable side effects. Stop by Ace Auto Parts to get your car back in tip-top shape today!

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Tires can be expensive. If a tire on your car blows out or you need to purchase a new set, you have a decision to make. You have to decide whether to invest in new tires for your car or whether you should purchase used ones. Learning the pros and cons of used car tires will help you decide which is the better option for you. Here are a couple of the pros and cons of buying used car tires.

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Need a replacement part for your vehicle? Buying brand new can be incredibly expensive depending on the part you need. That’s why many savvy vehicle owners opt to purchase used car parts from a salvage yard instead. Unfortunately, though, there’s no shortage of misinformation surrounding discount auto parts, and if you don’t know the facts, the myths can definitely deter you from buying used.

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When your car requires new parts, you can either buy them new or used. When deciding which parts to buy, there are several factors to consider.

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There comes a time when every vehicle owner must decide whether to junk their aged, worn-down car or take another shot at repairing it. While repairing the old car could mean being able to drive it for a while longer, sometimes repairing the car simply isn’t an economically reliable decision.

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