763-434-7000 3827 Crosstown Blvd NE, Ham Lake, MN Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
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About Certified Auto Recyclers

Over 20 years in business with a combined 80+ years of experience in the used auto parts industry.

Our Story

Family-Owned. Experience You Can Trust.

Certified Auto Recyclers has been serving the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro for over two decades. We’re open to the public and specialize in serving body shops, mechanical shops and dealerships — with thousands of vehicles and used parts in stock and new inventory arriving every week. Whether you’re selling a junk car for cash or hunting down a hard-to-find part, our team brings real expertise to every call.

The Team

Meet the People Behind the Counter

Curt Dallman

Curt Dallman

37 years in the used auto parts industry with vast parts knowledge and excellent customer service. Curt was General Manager for the largest salvage yard in Minnesota for 25 years and brings that experience to every customer.

Loren Lor

Loren Lor

Holds an Automotive Tech Degree with 11 years in the industry and nine years in auto parts sales. Loren is enthusiastic about helping people and equipped to provide the best possible service.

Doug Waege

Doug Waege

In automotive recycling since the late 1970s. Doug keeps learning every day — the variety of things to learn and do is what makes him love this line of work, and he looks forward to helping our customers.

Tou Fue Yang

Tou Fue Yang

Five years of driveline experience — driveshafts, transmissions, t-cases, differentials and more — plus five years of driveline diagnosis. His passion shows as a Shop Advisor at Certified Auto Recyclers.

Now hiring

Now Hiring

We’re looking for a full-time Counter Sales Clerk (weekdays 8–5) who’s friendly, helpful, and interested in auto parts. Pay $16–$25/hr. Call or text 763-226-3586.

Cash for junk cars

We Pay $$$ for Junk Cars

Turn your junk car, SUV or truck into cash. See what your vehicle is worth in minutes — get your instant offer or call 763-226-3586.

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