The 9 Best Junk Car Buyers in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI

Last updated November 8, 2026 · ranked from 2,373 Google reviews · How we rank

This list ranks 10 junk car buyers in and around Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI, led by Byers Wrecker Service, Apex Recycling and Action One Automotive & Towing. Together they have 2,493 Google reviews; Apex Recycling has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.

Top picks at a glance

  1. 1Byers Wrecker ServiceByers Wrecker Service holds a 4.8 Google rating across 1,946 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.
  2. 2Apex RecyclingApex Recycling holds a 5.0 Google rating across 143 reviews, listed on Google as junkyard.
  3. 3Action One Automotive & TowingAction One Automotive & Towing holds a 4.5 Google rating across 152 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.
  1. Byers Wrecker Service in Rochester1

    Byers Wrecker Service

    4.8(1,946)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 1946 reviews (Google rating)

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    Byers Wrecker Service holds a 4.8 Google rating across 1,946 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.

    “Glenn was super helpful and knowledgeable with towing my tri-axle dump truck”
    — Masen Brown, 2026-06-27 · google

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  2. Apex Recycling in Shelby Township2

    Apex Recycling

    5.0(143)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 143 reviews (Google rating)

    Junkyard · Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 3.9 mi

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    Apex Recycling holds a 5.0 Google rating across 143 reviews, listed on Google as junkyard.

    • 143 Google reviews
    • Saturday morning hours
    • Helpful service reported
    “Easy in easy out everyone is great and helpful great pricing”
    — Aaron Fusciardi, 2026-09-12 · google

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  3. Action One Automotive & Towing in Rochester3

    Action One Automotive & Towing

    4.5(152)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 152 reviews (Google rating)

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    Action One Automotive & Towing holds a 4.5 Google rating across 152 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.

    “Excellent work, quick turnaround, and at the great price. This was my first time using your shop for my Lexus UX250 maintenance. I am very happy with your work, and will use your service going forward. Thanks”
    — Sudin Kamat, 2026-09-24 · google

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  4. Luca's Towing in Shelby Township4

    Luca's Towing

    4.2(19)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 19 reviews (Google rating)

    Towing service · Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 4.0 mi

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    Luca's Towing holds a 4.2 Google rating across 19 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.

    • Open 24 hours
    • 4.2 Google rating
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking
    “These men are so considerate and were so compassionate to me during my experience with their company. I definitely would call them for a tow anytime.”
    — Mrs. J, 2022-07-10 · google

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  5. Serra Buick GMC Rochester Hills Parts Center in Rochester Hills5

    Serra Buick GMC Rochester Hills Parts Center

    5.0(5)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews (Google rating)

    Used auto parts store · Serves Rochester · Rochester Hills · 0.4 mi

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    Serra Buick GMC Rochester Hills Parts Center holds a 5.0 Google rating across 5 reviews, listed on Google as used auto parts store.

    “Always a great experience wether Sales or service”
    — Eric Faris, 2023-05-26 · google

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  6. Utica Van Dyke Towing Service in Shelby Township6

    Utica Van Dyke Towing Service

    3.6(73)· Google3.6 out of 5 from 73 reviews (Google rating)

    Towing service · Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 4.0 mi

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    Utica Van Dyke Towing Service holds a 3.6 Google rating across 73 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.

    “This happened a few years ago, but I was reminded of it when i saw a one of their trucks today. I was having a pretty rough day back then. I was trying to change a tire that had apparently never been removed from the car before. After ta…”
    — Darryl Johnson, 2026-05-09 · google

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  7. Eagle Recovery in Rochester Hills7

    Eagle Recovery

    3.0(2)· Google3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (Google rating)

    Towing service · Serves Rochester · Rochester Hills · 2.2 mi

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    Eagle Recovery holds a 3.0 Google rating across 2 reviews, listed on Google as towing service.

    “Wonderful experience with Justin, he took good care of our dealership and was fast and efficient. Will definitely use again and recommend to anyone in the area. Fair Prices and friendly service”
    — Ayman Abdulrahman, 2022-03-30 · google

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  8. A & A Recycling in Shelby Township8

    A & A Recycling

    3.0(8)· Google3.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews (Google rating)

    Junkyard · Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 3.6 mi

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    A quick cash transaction and a willingness to help stand out in positive reviews of A & A Recycling, ranked eighth among junk car buyers in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Listed as a junk car buyer at 48601 Ryan Rd, the business also identifies batteries and metal cans among its recycling options. One reviewer described being “in and out in seconds,” while another praised the helpfulness. Its 3-out-of-5 Google rating across eight reviews and a complaint about unanswered phones provide a mixed service picture.

    • Quick transaction reported
    • Battery recycling
    • Metal can recycling
    “Bunch good'ol boys always willing to lend a hand.”
    — Ronald Richardson, 2020-11-04 · google

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  9. A & A Auto & Truck Parts in Shelby Township9

    A & A Auto & Truck Parts

    3.0(25)· Google3.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews (Google rating)

    Junkyard · Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 3.6 mi

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    Practical help with an old-car disposal problem earns A & A Auto & Truck Parts the ninth spot in this Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI guide. One reviewer said the business helped locate someone who could take their ancient car when it could not handle the disposal itself, describing the contact as knowledgeable and patient. Listed as a junk car buyer, it also offers battery recycling and wheelchair-accessible parking. Hours run Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.; its Google rating is 3 stars across 25 reviews.

    • Battery recycling
    • Saturday morning hours
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking
    “Went above and beyond helping me out with a trailer rental that another store messed up I highly recommend them!”
    — Vito Maxson, 2026-08-20 · google

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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best junk car buyers in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceGoogle reviewsNeighborhoodPhoneOpen now
1Byers Wrecker Service4.8(1,946)4.8 out of 5 from 1946 reviews (Google rating)—1,946—+1248-651-4180Open
2Apex Recycling5.0(143)5.0 out of 5 from 143 reviews (Google rating)—143Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 3.9 mi+1586-580-3934Closed
3Action One Automotive & Towing4.5(152)4.5 out of 5 from 152 reviews (Google rating)—152—+1248-652-7200Closed
4Luca's Towing4.2(19)4.2 out of 5 from 19 reviews (Google rating)—19Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 4.0 mi+1586-731-8101Open
5Serra Buick GMC Rochester Hills Parts Center5.0(5)5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews (Google rating)—5Serves Rochester · Rochester Hills · 0.4 mi+1248-710-2174Closed
6Utica Van Dyke Towing Service3.6(73)3.6 out of 5 from 73 reviews (Google rating)—73Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 4.0 mi+1586-739-5136Open
7Eagle Recovery3.0(2)3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (Google rating)—2Serves Rochester · Rochester Hills · 2.2 mi+1248-299-1229Closed
8A & A Recycling3.0(8)3.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews (Google rating)—8Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 3.6 mi+1586-739-7878—
9A & A Auto & Truck Parts3.0(25)3.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews (Google rating)—25Serves Rochester · Shelby Township · 3.6 mi+1586-739-7878Closed

Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.

How we ranked this list

Each junk car buyer is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Rochester category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.

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junk car buyers in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI: common questions

Who buys non-running or wrecked cars in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI?
Detroit Junk Car Buyers pays cash for junk, wrecked and non-running vehicles and explicitly serves Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Its service includes free pickup and same-day payment. Call (313) 479-3777.
Which listed companies offer towing at night or on weekends?
Byers Wrecker Service, Utica Van Dyke Towing Service and Luca’s Towing list 24-hour service every day. Byers is at 399 South St and can be reached at (248) 651-4180. Utica Van Dyke is at 4925 22 Mile Rd; Luca’s is at 4735 22 Mile Rd.
How do the Google ratings and review counts compare?
Byers Wrecker Service has 4.8 stars from 1,946 reviews, the largest review count among these entries. Apex Recycling has 5 stars from 143 reviews. Action One Automotive & Towing and Detroit Junk Car Buyers each have 4.5 stars, from 152 and 120 reviews respectively.
Where can I recycle a battery near Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI?
Apex Recycling at 4725 22 Mile Rd lists battery recycling, as do A & A Auto & Truck Parts and A & A Recycling at 48601 Ryan Rd. Apex and A & A Auto & Truck Parts list hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday and 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday.
Where can I explore repairs before deciding to dispose of my car?
Action One Automotive & Towing at 111 South St offers repair and collision services for domestic and import cars and trucks, including diagnostics. Its parts-and-labor warranty is one year or 12,000 miles. Hours are 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday–Friday and 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday; appointments are required. Call (248) 652-7200.

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