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Our Story

About Junkyard Gold

A family-owned auto parts business built on honest pricing, real expertise, and a genuine commitment to our customers β€” from Bradenton, FL to all 50 states.

Who We Are

Finding Gold in the Junkyard

Junkyard Gold was founded on a simple idea: that great, reliable auto parts shouldn't cost a fortune. We started as a small operation in Bradenton, Florida β€” sourcing quality used engines and transmissions from trusted salvage yards and auctions across the country.

Over the years, we've grown our network, refined our inspection process, and built a reputation that mechanics and everyday car owners trust. We've shipped thousands of parts to customers from Florida to Alaska β€” always with honest pricing, thorough testing, and real support from people who know what they're talking about.

We're not a faceless warehouse. We're a team of car people who genuinely care about getting you the right part, at a fair price, with as little hassle as possible.

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Bradenton, FL β€’ Est. 2014
5K+
Parts Shipped
3.5K
Customers
50
States Served
90
Day Warranty
What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Everything we do comes back to these principles. They're not just words on a wall β€” they shape every part we sell and every conversation we have.

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Honest Inspection
We don't list parts we wouldn't put in our own vehicles. Every engine and transmission is compression tested, leak checked, and inspected before we offer it for sale. If it doesn't pass, it doesn't ship.
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Straight Talk
We tell you exactly what you're getting β€” mileage, condition, year range, and known compatibility notes. No upselling, no fluff. If a part isn't the right fit for you, we'll say so.
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Fair Pricing
Our prices are 40–60% below dealer and remanufactured alternatives. We keep margins reasonable because we'd rather have repeat customers and referrals than one big sale.
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Real Warranty
Our 90-day warranty isn't buried in fine print designed to protect us β€” it's written to protect you. If there's a defect in the part, we fix it. Period.
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Relationships First
Many of our customers are repeat buyers β€” independent shops and mechanics who trust us order after order. We treat every transaction like the beginning of a long-term relationship.
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Responsible Sourcing
Used parts are good for your wallet and good for the environment. By keeping quality parts in circulation, we reduce waste and keep more vehicles on the road longer.
Meet the Team

The People Behind the Parts

Real car people with decades of combined experience in the auto salvage and parts industry.

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Jake Garner
Founder & Owner
Jake started Junkyard Gold in 2014 after 15 years working in salvage yards and independent repair shops across Florida. His obsession with finding quality parts at honest prices is what built this company from the ground up.
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Maria Reyes
Customer Relations Manager
Maria handles quotes, orders, and customer communications with a level of care that keeps people coming back. She's the reason our response time is measured in minutes, not days.
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Dave Castro
Lead Inspection Technician
With 20+ years as an ASE-certified mechanic, Dave oversees every inspection that goes through our facility. If Dave doesn't approve it, it doesn't leave our lot.
Our Journey

How We Got Here

From a one-man operation to a trusted national supplier β€” here's how Junkyard Gold grew into what it is today.

2014
Junkyard Gold Founded
Jake Garner launches Junkyard Gold out of a small facility in Bradenton, FL β€” focused on used engines for domestic trucks and SUVs.
2016
Transmissions Added
Customer demand pushes us to expand into used transmissions. We bring on Dave Castro as lead technician to establish a formal inspection process.
2018
Nationwide Shipping Launched
We partner with freight carriers to ship to all 50 states, opening Junkyard Gold up to customers far beyond Florida.
2020
90-Day Warranty Introduced
We formalize our warranty policy, offering industry-leading 90-day coverage on all engines and transmissions β€” a move that builds lasting customer trust.
2022
5,000 Parts Milestone
We ship our 5,000th part β€” a 5.0L Coyote engine headed to a customer in Texas. A big milestone for a team that started with one yard and a truck.
2026
Still Growing
We continue to expand our inventory, improve our inspection process, and serve customers coast to coast β€” the same way we always have: honestly.
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Ready to Find Your Part?

Call us or submit a quote request. Our team is standing by to help you find the right engine or transmission.