Can I Sell My Car to UAPI Auto Parts?

Yes, we aggressively pursue vehicle purchases to maintain used part inventory variety and quality. Call us for more information.

Will you be able to tell me if the specific used part I need is on site?

We do not maintain a per part inventory, but we will be able to tell you the number of specified vehicles currently in our yard and a date of arrival. Also note that you may call any one of our stores, and they will be able to search our auto inventory to tell you the availability of the vehicle at all six stores. You can also search the inventory on this web site.

What tools should I bring?

We provide free three wheel buggies for your use, but you must bring all tools needed to accomplish the job. 

Will you pick up my junk car?

Yes, you can bring it in, or we can pick it up for you. We buy a large number of vehicles “off the street” and would welcome the opportunity to help remove the car and clean up your yard.

Do I need the title to the vehicle to sell it?

A title is preferred, but if you can’t locate it, we can still purchase your vehicle. The State of Louisiana provides for “Salvage Yard Auto Hulk,” a provision that permits us to purchase your vehicle if you will attest to ownership.

Is use of a cutting torch allowed?

No fire of any kind is permitted on the premises including use of propane bottles. As an alternative, use of a battery or gasoline powered cut-off saw is permitted.

What if I need to lift an extra-large and heavy item?

An engine hoist is on site for your use. In extreme cases, we also will provide forklift services at a rate of $25 per lift.

Are scissor jacks permitted in the yard?

No, scissor jacks and bumper jacks are prohibited for safety reasons. However, roll-around floor jacks are permitted.

Is it possible to take in a part to match up?

Be aware that our policy requires that all parts, whether yours or ours, exiting our yard will be considered chargeable unless disclosed and noted at entry.

How old do you have to be to enter the yard?

You have to be sixteen or older to enter the yard.

1. It is the responsibility of the customer to get receipt and to have part marked for warranty to be valid (ask salesman for warranty details).

2. In the fenced in designated area, please check with salesman - PRICES ARE HIGHER.

3. We reserve and exercise the right to refuse service to any individual that is unwilling to comply with above conditions.

4. No one under the age of 16 will be allowed onto the yard.

5. No one with open-toed shoes will be allowed onto the yard.

6. No pets will be allowed onto the yard.

At UAPI Auto Parts, we believe in giving back to those communities we serve. We are proud to be a part of two community initiatives, recycling of cars and assisting local Fire Departments with Emergency Training.

Most people don’t know that we recycle --- everything! One hundred percent of the vehicle is recycled down to the last car part and all fluids.

We also provide vehicles for area Fire Departments to cut apart as they train on life saving skills such as using the “jaws of life” to remove passengers from a car wreck. Some of the cars are brought to the training facility for this use, and other times the teams come to one of our locations for training. If you see emergency equipment when you pull in, don’t worry. You have probably arrived during a training exercise and will have the opportunity to watch some of our area’s finest in action!

"In recognition of your outstanding support and service rendered to the Bossier City Fire Department by graciously delivering and picking up vehicles utilized by Fire Department personnel for extrication training at no cost to the City of Bossier City."

Samuel Halphen, Fire Chief

"I would like to take this time to Thank You for your continued support in providing the Bossier City Fire Department with cars used for training purposes. Mr Caleb Berney and his staff at UAPI Auto Parts are always helpful and take the time to provide vehicles for what we think is a very important purpose.

The extrication training received by our members, utilizing these cars, helps to insure they are prepared to respond to motor vehicle crashes where victims may be trapped and/or critically injured. This provides an opportunity for realistic; hands-on training that cannot be duplicated in any other way. Victim disentanglement sometimes requires very specialized tools and techniques and extrication proficiency can only be gained or maintained through the experience of hands-on training.

There is no doubt that lives will be saved because of our members having access to this valuable resource. Thank you, once again, for helping our department in this invaluable contribution."

Brad Zagone, Fire Chief

Steve Ford, Chief of Special Ops

"On behalf of Fire Chief Grayson Boucher and Caddo Fire District Five, I wish to convey our sincere appreciation for providing three vehicles to be used in our training. It is through cooperation with businesses in the community such as UAPI Auto Parts, that Fire District Five can continue to deliver state of the art emergency service to the citizens of the District."

David J. Bryant, Assistant Fire Chief

"This correspondence is to formally recognize and extend our appreciation to you and your company for allowing the Nash, Texas Fire Department to conduct an auto extrication class on your premises. In December of 2011 and the again on May 5, 2012, we were given the opportunity to utilize several salvaged vehicles at your facility which made it possible for the EMT and First Responders in this area to gain some extremely valuable hands-on training. Due to your generosity and assistance with this project, these emergency responders will be better prepared to safely and expeditiously provide rescue services and patient care when the need arises. Once again, we would like to sincerely share our gratitude with you and your company and we look forward to continuing this partnership in the future."

James Smith RN, LP Clinical Coordinator EMT Program

"I want to thank you for the assistance lent by you and your company for providing a vehicle to be used during law enforcement training at the North Louisiana Criminal Training Academy. The training conducted was valuable exercise for deputies, and you can be assured that your company helped make the vision of quality training become a reality."

Chief Mark Mahoney, Director

"The Special Operations Training Detachment at Fort Polk, LA would like to express out appreciation for your assistance and support to JRTC Rotation 13-01. Your outstanding support & contribution, enable the soldiers of 3rd Battalion 7th Special Forces Group to complete their training missions and prepare them to defend this country. UAPI Auto Parts's support and patriotism is greatly appreciated."

SGM Michael J Wanlass, Detachment Sergeant Major &
LTC Joseph M Duncan, Detachment Commander

This letter is to thank you for the support of our Collision Repair department at Bossier Technical School. The many times you have donated parts and supplies to our school have been instrumental in our being able to provide quality instruction for our students. We are very grateful for your assistance and generosity.

Sincerely, Carol J. Johnston

"ATF, like any law enforcement agency, conducts frequent training exercises with field enforcement personnel in order to maintain skill and proficiency levels in many areas necessary to fulfill our daily operational requirements. The net result of this training is heightened levels of safety for our personnel and for the public in general. The most valuable training occurs when we can incorporate "real world" situations and conditions into our training curriculum.

For our 4th quarter training cycle, the New Orleans Field Division training coordinators established a curriculum that included shooting from and around vehicles using both live ammunition and training ammunition. Since the risk of damage to fleet vehicle was too great, they requested a "junk" car be provided for this training. The Local office training agents were advised to contact UAPI Auto Parts regarding this need, as UAPI Auto Parts had a reputation of helping other law enforcement and fire departments with similar needs.

Mr Paul Preibus, Manager North Shreveport location, was contacted and readily agreed to help us with our request. Mr. Preibus was very friendly and accommodating, locating a suitable vehicle and providing delivery and removal from the training site with no problems at all. UAPI Auto Parts provided this courtesy to us at no charge and in a courteous, professional manner.

As the Resident Agent in Charge of the Shreveport Field Office, I would like to thank U-Auto-Pull-It for their support in our mission and in the overall support of public safety in our community."

L. Wade Rasberry, Resident Agent in Charge

The Nash Fire Department wishes to extend sincere appreciation to UAPI Auto Parts for the continued support in the area of auto extrication training. The donation of vehicles to be used for extrication classes allows current firefighters and new candidates a hands-on training opportunity that is a valued tool in the preparation for actual emergencies. We wish to commend UAPI Auto Parts for their commitment of service to the area fire service and to the community that will benefit from their generosity.

Steve Rogers Fire Chief, City of Nash, Texas

On behalf of Caddo Fire District #4, I would like to thank you and your staff for allowing us the use of four salvage  vehicles for a Stabilization & Extraction class on Saturday, October 4th, 2014. Your employees, whom responded to our short-notice request, were helpful, courteous and acted very professional. Your donation of these vehicles allowed our members to properly train on new advanced techniques to stabilize vehicles and extricate patients from a vehicle. These new techniques help us in saving lives, which benefits the entire community. Thank you again UAPI Parts for helping us save lives in our community and if there is anything we can do to serve you, please don't hesitate to call.

Bryant Williams, Fire Chief 

Thank you for your efforts in supporting the fire service of NW Louisiana.  Because of your generosity, the Caddo Parish Dist. 1, Bienville Parish Ward 4 & 5, Benton, and Haughton Fire Departments were able to gain critical lifesaving skills by learning advanced auto extrication techniques. Without your support, this class would not have been possible. We look forward to working with you again in the future as we share this training with other fire departments in our region. Thanks again for your assistance.

Nick Palmer, Manager, LSU FETI @ Pine Country

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 Dear Mr. Hanes

 I have received your kind offer of a salvaged vehicle to support the Air Force Global Strike Command’s 2025 end-of-summer event. Your generosity and unique gift to be used in a car-smash will help foster positive energy and comradery! Thank You for contributing to the well-being and morale of our Airmen and families as they support our nation.

By authority of the Secretary of the Air Force, and on behalf of Air Force Global Strike Command, I accept the gift of a vehicle for a car smash pursuant to 10 U.S.C § 2601.

Thank you for your Kindness and generosity.

Sincerely,

THOMAS A. BUSSIERE, General, USAF, Commander

The team at UAPI Auto Parts has a long history in the automobile business dating back to 1963. It began with paint and body shop work. Over time, left over auto parts were accumulated as a by-product of that business. Before long, customers were starting to ask more and more about auto parts and the business model changed to accommodate the demand.

In 1967, Pipes Auto Parts opened. Soon other locations, including Pipes GM and Pipes Ford & Chrysler, followed specializing in car parts for specific models. A Pipes U-Pull-It opened on Mansfield Road in 1988. In 1990, another Pipes U-Pull-It was opened on Aero Drive, followed by a third opening in Bossier City on East Texas Street in 1991.

The company’s name changed in 1997 from Pipes U-Pull-It to U-Auto-Pull-It Auto Parts, and the business’s success continued. In 2003, the team opened up a Monroe location, followed by an opening in Alexandria in 2007 and opening Texarkana in 2011. In 2018 the company's name changed again to UAPI Auto Parts.

Sell Us Your Car

In addition to offering highly competitive new part pricing, the company aggressively pursues vehicle purchases to maintain used part inventory variety and quality.

General Manager Mike Pipes says the success can be attributed to the company’s team philosophy. “At UAPI Auto Parts we look for ways to build the skills of those who work with us so that they can move up the ladder, and we give them the right to fail,” said Mike. “We do our best to push decision making as close to the customer as we can, which means we give our Managers and Assistant Managers the authority to do what is right for the customer.”