A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage CA 93446

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.
Customer Feedback Summary for A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage
Reviews describe a well-run, full-service yard with helpful staff who pull parts, load them for customers, and even go the extra mile (holding parts in advance, sending photos, helping retrieve items from scrap, offering rides). Inventory visibility and accuracy via their website is noted, and several buyers report clean, ready-to-install components that worked as expected. Turnaround is generally quick once you reach the counter, but waits are common and they close for lunch, which can catch visitors off guard. Prices are viewed as higher than self-serve yards, and multiple reviewers emphasize that this is not a self-service operation. Service sentiment is largely positive-friendly, professional, and accommodating-though a recurring complaint mentions occasional rudeness at the front office. Overall, expect a busy, organized, pull-for-you yard with reliable parts and convenience, offset by higher pricing and midday closure.
We Pay Cash For Cars!
Working Time and Location
Current Hours
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Customer reviews of A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage in Santa Maria, CA
4.5 stars based on 30 reviews- WWimmer's Automotive
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!!!
- TTrekintosh
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.
- ffreemagna L
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.
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FAQs
Can I sell a junk car to A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage in Santa Maria, CA?
A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage in Santa Maria, CA is a salvage yard and does not currently buy vehicles directly. Call +1 805-238-3545 to ask about available services.
What services does A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage provide?
A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage offers services as a salvage yard.
What are A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage's hours of operation?
A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage is open Mon–Fri 8AM–4:30PM, Sat 8AM–1:30PM, closed Sun. Call +1 805-238-3545 to confirm hours on holidays.