Well I don't call them right in front of the customer per-say. I too can't make out like the scrap yard does either, can't compete - don't have the special pricing or the equipment. There are a lot of people in the state of Maine that are doing the scrap business and it does make it very competitive. I get by because I have a little secrete weapon and I figure most yards don't want to pick something up or travel very far. That $100-$200 less they will offer the customer, plus the cat (which I'm always bummed about when its not OE), and the wheels battery is where I work in my margin. Don't get me wrong, I would love to buy a car for $50-$100 - and in some places in the state you can, cause there isn't any scrap yards close by. I have gotten lucky sometimes when I'm feeling randy and I play sh!tpoke with the folks and I can take one away for $125 - $150. But like the old addage goes, its better to be a sheep shearer, than a butcher.
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