Lyle Salvage - Florala, Alabama

Lyle Salvage is a self-service auto salvage yard in Florala, Alabama, at 27482 Fink's Mill Road. Customers browse and remove parts from junked vehicles on their own. It’s a go-to spot for car owners, mechanics, and DIYers needing affordable used auto parts. The yard doesn’t have online reviews, so customer experiences aren’t available.

Services & What to Expect

Lyle Salvage is a self-service yard, meaning you find and remove parts yourself. The lot holds junked cars, trucks, and sometimes specialty vehicles like Corvettes. You can search the yard, locate parts, and take them with basic tools.

How Self-Service Works

  • No appointment needed: Walk in during open hours.
  • Bring your own tools: You’ll need wrenches, sockets, or pry bars to remove parts.
  • Pay by weight: Pricing is based on the part’s weight, measured on-site.
  • No disassembly help: Staff don’t assist with taking parts apart.
  • Inventory changes: Parts come and go as vehicles are added or stripped.

What to Look For

The yard usually has:

  • Common parts like engines, transmissions, doors, and fenders
  • Body panels and trim pieces
  • Interior components such as seats and dashboards
  • Specialty or performance parts (e.g., Corvette components)
  • Salvage-title vehicles, if the yard sells them
What’s available shifts often, so call ahead if you’re hunting for something specific.

Getting Rid of a Junk Car

If you need to sell an old or non-running vehicle, Lyle Salvage may offer cash for junk cars . Call first to check their policies—some yards require titles, while others take vehicles without them for less money.

Location & Hours

Lyle Salvage is at 27482 Fink's Mill Road, Florala, Alabama, 36442. Hours aren’t listed online, so call (334) 369-2255 to confirm when they’re open. Florala is a small town in Covington County, about 20 miles northeast of Andalusia. The yard is in a rural area, so GPS helps with directions.

Directions

From Andalusia:

  • Take AL-52 East toward Florala.
  • Turn right onto Fink's Mill Road (County Road 29).
  • Drive about 5 miles—the yard will be on the right.
From Montgomery:
  • Take I-65 South toward Mobile.
  • Exit onto US-80 East toward Andalusia.
  • Stay on US-80 East for 30 miles, then turn onto AL-52 East.
  • Follow AL-52 East to Fink's Mill Road and turn right.

Videos & Virtual Tours

A 2021 YouTube video shows a nearby salvage yard, giving a sense of what to expect at Lyle Salvage. The footage includes rows of junked vehicles, some Corvettes, and highlights the self-service process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours for Lyle Salvage?

Hours aren’t listed online. Call (334) 369-2255 before visiting to confirm when they’re open. Some salvage yards close early on weekends.

Does Lyle Salvage buy junk cars?

It’s unclear if Lyle Salvage takes vehicles for sale or scrap. Many salvage yards do offer cash for junk cars , but policies vary. Call to ask about their process, title requirements, and payout.

What kind of parts can I find at Lyle Salvage?

The yard usually carries:

  • Engines and transmissions (domestic and foreign)
  • Body panels like doors, fenders, hoods, and trunks
  • Interior parts such as seats and dashboards
  • Suspension and drivetrain components (control arms, axles)
  • Electrical parts (wiring harnesses, alternators)
  • Specialty items (e.g., Corvette parts)
Inventory changes often, so call ahead if you’re looking for something specific.

How does self-service auto salvage work at Lyle Salvage?

Self-service means you handle everything:

  1. Arrive during open hours and park near the office.
  2. Check in with staff to confirm pricing (usually by weight) and get a ticket for your vehicle.
  3. Search the lot for your part—bring a flashlight if visiting in low light.
  4. Remove the part with your own tools. Staff won’t help with disassembly.
  5. Weigh the part on-site and pay the staff.
  6. Load your part and leave. Some yards check your vehicle before you go.
Wear gloves and safety glasses—sharp metal and broken glass are common.

Do I need a title to remove parts from a vehicle?

No, you don’t need a title to take parts from a junked vehicle. The yard owns the cars once they’re towed in, and you pay for parts by weight. If you’re selling a junk car to the yard, they may ask for a title or proof of ownership.

Are there any restrictions on what I can take?

Most salvage yards have basic rules, such as:

  • No catalytic converters (often banned by law)
  • No parts from vehicles not yet processed
  • No taking parts already sold or tagged by another customer
  • No tires, batteries, or airbags (if the yard has separate policies)
Ask staff about any restrictions before removing parts.