Current Prices for Scrap Engines & Transmissions in Arizona
Current Scrap Engines & Transmissions prices at scrap yards in Arizona. Compare local offers against the U.S. national average to get the most money for your scrap.
Average Scrap Engines & Transmissions Price
The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.
- Low (up to $0.15): Floor price, typically for small loads.
- Mid ($0.15): A fair deal for standard quantities.
- High ($0.18+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
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Scrap Engines & Transmissions price reference for Arizona
Scrap yards in Arizona don’t always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($0.16/lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Scrap Engines & Transmissions prices across the U.S. →
Top Scrap Yards Buying Engines & Transmissions in Arizona
These are scrap yards in Arizona that recently updated Scrap Engines & Transmissions prices in our database. Call them to lock in a quote. If your city isn't listed, use the National Index above as a bargaining reference with your nearest buyer.
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The #1 rule at scrap yards: if you mix grades, they’ll weigh everything at the lowest rate. See the price gap below — if you have higher-value metal, always sort and weigh each grade separately to avoid leaving money on the table.
Scrap Engines & Transmissions Price Trends
This chart shows where the market is headed. If the line is climbing, prices are rising — you might get a better deal in a few days. If it’s dropping, don’t wait: sell today before yards lower their buy prices further.
Scrap Engines & Transmissions: Scrap Yard Price vs. World Market (LME)
Avg scrap yard price
World market price (LME)
Scrap Engines & Transmissions: Spread vs. Exchange — Monthly History
| Period | World price (per lb) | Scrap yard price (per lb) | Spread vs. exchange |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 (current) | $1.097176 | $0.50 | -$0.60 (54.3%) |
| February 2026 | $1.2032 | $0.55 | -$0.65 (54%) |
| January 2026 | $1.051423 | $0.63 | -$0.42 (40%) |
| December 2025 | $0.982942 | $0.59 | -$0.39 (40.1%) |
| November 2025 | $0.930043 | $0.56 | -$0.37 (39.9%) |
| October 2025 | $0.887584 | $0.53 | -$0.35 (39.9%) |
| September 2025 | $0.86119 | $0.52 | -$0.34 (40%) |
| August 2025 | $0.866703 | $0.52 | -$0.35 (40%) |
| July 2025 | $0.837774 | $0.50 | -$0.33 (40%) |
| June 2025 | $0.802343 | $0.48 | -$0.32 (39.9%) |
| May 2025 | $0.807171 | $0.48 | -$0.32 (40%) |
| April 2025 | $0.744003 | $0.45 | -$0.30 (39.9%) |
| March 2025 | $0.878574 | $0.53 | -$0.35 (39.9%) |
| February 2025 | $0.893382 | $0.54 | -$0.36 (40.1%) |
| January 2025 | $0.812942 | $0.49 | -$0.33 (40%) |
| December 2024 | $0.805026 | $0.48 | -$0.32 (40.1%) |
| November 2024 | $0.80919 | $0.49 | -$0.32 (39.9%) |
| October 2024 | $0.84811 | $0.51 | -$0.34 (40.1%) |
| September 2024 | $0.84145 | $0.51 | -$0.34 (40%) |
| August 2024 | $0.838665 | $0.50 | -$0.34 (40.1%) |
| July 2024 | $0.905877 | $0.54 | -$0.36 (40.1%) |
| June 2024 | $0.957757 | $0.57 | -$0.38 (40.1%) |
| May 2024 | $0.995197 | $0.60 | -$0.40 (40.2%) |
| April 2024 | $0.9588 | $0.58 | -$0.38 (40%) |
| March 2024 | $0.916803 | $0.55 | -$0.37 (39.9%) |
| February 2024 | $0.908876 | $0.55 | -$0.36 (40%) |
| January 2024 | $0.981155 | $0.59 | -$0.39 (39.8%) |
| December 2023 | $0.992781 | $0.60 | -$0.40 (40%) |
| November 2023 | $0.936113 | $0.56 | -$0.37 (40%) |
| October 2023 | $0.911318 | $0.52 | -$0.39 (42.5%) |
Scrap Engines & Transmissions Scrap Price History — Daily Data
A day-by-day market snapshot in exact numbers. Every day we aggregate buy prices from local scrap yards, recording the average, low, and high. Use this table to track real price movement over recent days.
| Date | Avg price (per lb) | Change | Range (Low/High) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | $0.15 / lb | +$0.06 | $0.15 - $0.15 |
Cashing In on Heavy Automotive Core: Scrap Engines & Transmissions
When you are hauling pulled motors and dropped trannies, the weight adds up fast. Our data shows local yards in Arizona are currently paying between $0.15 and $0.18 per pound for Scrap Engines & Transmissions. Whether you run a small mechanic shop or just parted out a junker, understanding what the scale buyer looks for will keep you from leaving money on the table.
The Teardown: Prep and Sorting Guide
A whole engine block mixed with the tranny and all accessories attached goes straight to the lowest iron or dirty motor price. Smart scrappers strip the block to maximize profit.
Yard Pro Tip: Always unbolt the starter, alternator, and AC compressor before hitting the scale. Selling an engine whole means you get the baseline iron/aluminum engine rate for everything, but pulling those accessories allows you to sell them as higher-priced electric motors or specialized grades. Also, punch a hole in the oil pan and completely drain all fluids—yards will reject or severely dock wet engines.
Don't mix your automotive core with other sealed units. Tossing Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) into your engine load is a rookie mistake that can cause a downgrade loss of about $0.09 per pound. Keep your automotive scrap completely separate from white goods.
| Condition | Expected Payout Strategy |
|---|---|
| Complete/Unprepped Engine | Baseline $0.15 (fluids must be completely drained) |
| Stripped Aluminum Block | Pushed closer to $0.18 or the clean aluminum rate |
| Accessories Removed | Sold separately as Automotive AC Compressors or Aluminum & Dirty Motors |
Common Downgrades and Yard Mistakes
The biggest mistake peddlers make with Scrap Engines & Transmissions is leaving fluids inside. Oil, coolant, and transmission fluid are severe environmental hazards. If the yard operator Arizona sees a puddle forming on the scale, expect a massive deduction or an outright rejection. Another pitfall is leaving steel mounts and rubber bushings attached if you are trying to push an aluminum block as clean. While LME markets influence base metal prices by about 85%, local buyers adjust payouts strictly based on how much labor they have to put into processing your scrap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to clean the grease off my scrap engines?
No, standard road grime and grease are expected by buyers. However, you absolutely must drain the internal fluids. A dry engine block secures the $0.16 national average, while a wet one gets rejected at the door.
Should I separate the transmission from the engine?
Yes, especially if the transmission case is cast aluminum and the engine block is cast iron. Separating them allows the yard to grade the aluminum transmission higher rather than paying a blended or straight iron price for the whole heavy assembly.
How does this compare to other dirty scrap grades?
Engines price differently than standard electrical breakage. For comparison, yards are paying $0.10 to $0.15/lb for other types of bulky mixed metal. Always separate your automotive core from industrial or appliance scrap to get the best scale ticket.
Scrap Engines & Transmissions scrap prices in Arizona on the map
The map shows cities in Arizona with Scrap Engines & Transmissions scrap prices. Click a marker or pick a city in the list below to see Scrap Engines & Transmissions prices in that location.