5 Best Salvage Yards in Johannesburg (2026)

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By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A stripped gearbox or a bent bonnet does not care that the dealer wants four weeks and full retail for the part. Johannesburg's salvage yards have logged over 1,350 Google reviews between them, and the busiest name on this page, Metal Used Spares and Rebuilds, carries 261 of those on its own. The gap between the smallest and biggest operator here is wide enough that picking the right one for your car matters more than picking the closest one.

Short answer: For most drivers, Metal Used Spares and Rebuilds is the safe first call: 4.1 stars across 261 reviews, over 30 years trading, and a rebuild operation big enough to stock Toyota and Isuzu bakkie parts daily. If you drive BMW, ACME Salvage (4.1, 159 reviews) specialises in BMW motorcycle and car spares. For SUV, Land Rover, and 4x4 stock, City Deep Auto Spares (4.1, 188 reviews) runs a dedicated 4x4 and Toyota Quantum operation.

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Johannesburg salvage yards, side by side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Metal Used Spares And Rebuilds	4.1 ★	261	Overall / Toyota & Isuzu bakkie parts	View ›
2	Reddy's Motor Spares & Scrapyard	3.5 ★	566	High-volume general spares	View ›
3	Lou Appel's Auto Spares Scrapyard	4.2 ★	181	Second-hand parts across makes and models	View ›
4	City Deep Auto Spares	4.1 ★	188	4x4, SUV & Toyota Quantum parts	View ›
5	ACME Salvage	4.1 ★	159	BMW cars & motorcycles	View ›

5 Best Salvage Yards in Johannesburg (2026)

Who to call for what

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Metal Used Spares And Rebuilds

4.1261 Google reviews

Metal Used Spares and Rebuilds has been trading in Wemmer, Johannesburg for over 30 years, and it's one of the biggest vehicle rebuild operations in South Africa, with roughly 600 salvaged trucks, passenger vehicles, LDVs, and taxis in stock at any time. The yard is a preferred salvage dealer for more than 75 insurance brokers, UMAs, and banks, and it specialises in Toyota Landcruiser, Hilux, Fortuner, and Quantum parts alongside Isuzu bakkies. It also runs its own towing fleet with tracking, so it can collect a damaged vehicle almost anywhere in the country.

What people praise

Huge, constantly refreshed stock (600+ vehicles at any time)
Staff described as friendly, knowledgeable, and patient even with odd requests
Handles countrywide vehicle collection and salvage for major insurers
Reviewers praise the quality of rebuilds and spares for the money

Worth knowing

One reviewer flagged parts going missing (jack, battery) before purchase and called pricing steep, so check the car over before you pay

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume261 · 92th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

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Rating breakdown56% 5-star

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Our take: The scale here is the story: 30-plus years, insurer relationships, and a stripping bay that turns over hundreds of vehicles. It's the default pick for common Toyota and Isuzu spares.

Website +27114934642 Directions

18 Rosettenville Rd, Wemmer, Johannesburg, 2091

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Reddy's Motor Spares & Scrapyard

3.5566 Google reviews

Reddy's Motor Spares & Scrapyard is a long-running motor vehicle parts operation in Selby South, listed alongside other Johannesburg auto parts dealers on local business directories. It carries the highest review volume on this page by a wide margin, which reflects decades of foot traffic through its Booysens Road yard.

What people praise

Staff described as friendly and willing to search for hard-to-find parts
Good for quick, no-fuss purchases when stock is available
Long-standing presence in the Selby scrapyard district

Worth knowing

Several reviewers report parts ordered and paid for never arriving, with no refund or follow-up
Communication after a sale can go quiet, so get everything in writing and keep proof of payment

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating3.5 / 5

Review volume566 · 97th

Confidencemoderate

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown40% 5-star

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Our take: It ranks on sheer volume and reach, not on a spotless record. Fine for a straightforward in-person purchase, but be more cautious with prepaid or remote orders.

Website +27768494874 Directions

50 Booysens Rd, Selby South, Johannesburg, 2001

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Lou Appel's Auto Spares Scrapyard

4.2181 Google reviews

Lou Appel's Auto Spares calls itself the "Home of a Million Spares" and has operated in Selby, Johannesburg for decades, making it one of the older established used auto spares businesses in the city. It stocks second-hand engines, gearboxes, and body parts across most makes and models, with vehicles and stock arriving weekly, and it strips cars on-site for anyone who wants to browse in person.

What people praise

Wide range across makes and models, not tied to one brand
Reviewers highlight fast, friendly, and professional service
Good prices reported by multiple customers
Reliable engine and gearbox stock, checked over before sale

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume181 · 75th

Confidencemoderate

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown55% 5-star

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Our take: A dependable all-rounder with a long trading history. Worth a call before you commit to a dealer-only part.

Website +27114938260 Directions

Webber Street, 233 Booysens Rd, Selby, Johanneburg, 2000

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

City Deep Auto Spares

4.1188 Google reviews

City Deep Auto Spares operates out of the City Deep salvage district and specialises in 4x4s, Toyota Quantum, and Land Rover parts, backed by over 30 years in the insurance salvage industry. It stocks hundreds of accident-damaged vehicles at a time, with new stock arriving daily, and offers lay-buy purchases for customers who need to spread the cost.

What people praise

Deep specialisation in 4x4, Quantum, and Land Rover parts
New stock daily, with a large damaged-vehicle inventory
Reviewers say staff let you inspect the strip and negotiate
Lay-buy option for bigger purchases

Worth knowing

One reviewer describes a paid-for bumper never being delivered and no refund issued, so confirm stock and get a receipt before paying in full

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume188 · 86th

Confidencemoderate

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown59% 5-star

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Our take: Strong pick if you specifically need 4x4 or Quantum parts, but treat any prepayment for an unseen part with the same caution you'd use anywhere.

Website +27116133781 Directions

City Deep, Johannesburg, 2001

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

ACME Salvage

4.1159 Google reviews

ACME Salvage runs a specialist operation out of Rispark, Johannesburg, dealing in accident-damaged and stolen-and-recovered cars, bikes, trucks, and trailers, with a particular focus on BMW motorcycle spares and rebuilds. The business says it has more than 26 years of experience and lists thousands of cars sold, alongside a dedicated BMW motorrad parts catalogue.

What people praise

Deep specialisation in BMW car and motorcycle spares
Reviewers describe staff as professional and passionate about the work
Clean, well-kept garage noted by multiple visitors

Worth knowing

One reviewer describes calling ahead about a specific part and getting no follow-up, then being turned away on arrival, so confirm stock by phone before the trip

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume159 · 69th

Confidencemoderate

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown58% 5-star

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Our take: The clear call for BMW owners in particular. Confirm availability before you drive out, since stock on any specialist part can move fast.

Website +27119433901 Directions

2 Francis Road, Patlynn AH Rispark, South 1, Johannesburg, 2053

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How we rank these

We rank on live Google data: the star rating, how many customers have actually left a review, how that rating holds up as review volume grows, and how recently people are still reviewing. A yard with thousands of reviews and a 3.5 tells a different story than one with 150 reviews and a 4.9, and we say so in the write-up. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What used auto parts cost in Johannesburg (2026)

Salvage yard pricing in Johannesburg swings heavily on the part, the vehicle it’s stripped from, and whether the yard sources through insurer channels. We don’t have a trustworthy, current, city-specific price sheet to cite here, so we’re not printing numbers we can’t back up. Call ahead with your make, model, and year; most yards on this page quote over the phone before you drive out.

Salvage yards across Johannesburg

they sit in the classic Johannesburg salvage belt: Wemmer and Selby South near the CBD, City Deep just east of it, and Patlynn AH out toward the southern edge. If you’re searching “salvage yard near me” from Bruma, Kensington, or Turffontein, all five are a short drive, and most keep Saturday morning hours if you can’t get there on a weekday.

What to ask before you buy

Do you have this exact part in stock right now, or is it a special order?
Can I inspect the part, or the vehicle it’s stripped from, before I pay?
What’s your return or exchange policy if the part doesn’t fit?
Is there any warranty on used engines, gearboxes, or electronics?
Can you deliver, or arrange collection, if I’m outside Johannesburg?
Will I get a proper receipt and proof of the part’s origin?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these salvage yards?

We pulled real Google Business listings for salvage yards and auto parts stores serving Johannesburg, then ranked them on rating, review volume, and how consistent that rating stays as more people weigh in.

How often is this updated?

We last verified these numbers in July 2026 and refresh the page periodically as new reviews come in.

Do Johannesburg salvage yards buy damaged cars too?

Several of the yards on this page, including Metal Used Spares and City Deep Auto Spares, are active insurance salvage buyers as well as parts sellers, so it’s worth asking if you’re looking to sell a written-off vehicle.

Can I get a part shipped outside Johannesburg?

Some yards here, including Metal Used Spares, run their own transport fleet and have shipped vehicles and parts countrywide, but always confirm delivery terms and cost before you order.

The bottom line

For a common part on a Toyota or Isuzu, start with Metal Used Spares and Rebuilds; the stock size and insurer ties are hard to match. For a BMW, go straight to ACME. Whoever you call, confirm the part is physically on the shelf before you hand over money, since that’s where the real complaints on this page come from.

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