Mark's Salvage & Recycling
Recycling Center in Saginaw, Minnesota
About This Location
Mark's Salvage & Recycling is a Minnesota-licensed salvage yard and used auto-parts dealer at 8089 Highway 2 in Saginaw, about 15 minutes north of Cloquet and west of Duluth. It pays cash on the spot for unwanted cars, trucks, vans, heavy equipment, and scrap metals, and separately buys used auto batteries, aluminum rims, catalytic converters, and brass radiators. As a licensed recycler it handles the hazardous fluids that come with end-of-life vehicles — gasoline, oil, refrigerants, and transmission fluid — and it sells used auto parts, tires, and accessories on site. You can either schedule a free vehicle pickup or deliver the vehicle yourself during business hours. Mark's Salvage is a scrap-metal and vehicle buyer, not a general-public drop-off center for household recyclables like glass, cans, or cardboard.
What Mark's Salvage & Recycling Accepts
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What they do not accept
Mark's Salvage is a vehicle and scrap-metal buyer, not a household-recycling drop-off. It does not take general household recyclables such as glass, plastic, paper, or curbside cans.
Fees
- Junk vehicle purchase — The yard pays the seller cash; no drop-off fee stated. Delivering the vehicle yourself may yield a higher payout than requesting pickup.
Access & restrictions
Commercial/drop-off for businesses · Licensed salvage yard and vehicle/scrap-metal buyer — not a public drop-off for household recyclables. Sellers can schedule a free pickup or deliver vehicles and scrap metal in person during business hours (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM). The official site emphasizes scheduling; it does not list weekend hours.
Programs & events
- Hazardous fluid recycling — As a Minnesota-licensed recycler, Mark's Salvage properly handles the hazardous fluids in end-of-life vehicles — gasoline, oil, refrigerants, and transmission fluid.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mark's Salvage accept drop-offs, or is it pickup only?
Both. You can deliver your vehicle or scrap metal yourself at 8089 Hwy 2, Saginaw during business hours (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM), or call to schedule a free pickup. The official site notes that delivering in person may result in a higher cash payout.
What phone number should I call for a quote?
The official website lists a mobile line at (218) 260-5944 and an office line at (218) 729-6901. Call either number for an immediate quote.
Is Mark's Salvage open on weekends?
The official website lists hours as Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, and does not post weekend hours. If you need a weekend pickup or drop-off, call ahead to confirm availability.
What exactly does Mark's Salvage buy?
Cars, trucks, vans, heavy equipment, and scrap metals, plus used auto batteries, aluminum rims, catalytic converters, and brass radiators — all paid in cash per the official website.
Can I bring household recycling like cardboard or glass here?
No. Mark's Salvage is a licensed salvage yard and scrap-metal/vehicle buyer, not a general household-recycling drop-off. It specializes in end-of-life vehicles, scrap metals, and related automotive materials.
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