Proudly Serving York County & Central PA

Etters' Trusted Name in Auto Core Recycling

From scrap engines and transmissions to complete core returns, we make it simple, fair, and responsible to recycle your automotive components right here in the community.

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15+

Years Serving the Area

100%

Environmentally Responsible

Fair

Market-Based Pricing

Auto core recycling yard with organized engines and transmissions at Auto Core Recycling in Etters, PA

Used automotive engine ready for core recycling

Core Values Accepted Engines, Transmissions & More

What We Do

Complete Auto Core Recycling Services

Whether you're a shop, a fleet manager, or an individual with cores to turn in, we offer straightforward, reliable service from drop-off to payment.

Core Purchasing

We buy rebuilt and serviceable cores from manufacturers and remanufacturers. Fair market pricing on engines, transmissions, differentials, and more — paid at drop-off.

Immediate Payment

Scrap Engine & Transmission Recycling

End-of-life engines and transmissions? We handle the full recycling process — draining fluids, separating materials, and ensuring nothing ends up in a landfill.

Eco-Friendly

Fleet & Commercial Accounts

Fleet managers and auto shops — we offer bulk core pickup, consistent pricing, and dedicated account support to keep your operation running smoothly.

Volume Discounts

Core Inspection & Grading

Every core is inspected and graded by experienced technicians. No guesswork — you'll know exactly where your cores stand and what they're worth before you leave.

Transparent Grading

Pickup & Delivery Coordination

Can't make it to the yard? We coordinate pickup for larger orders and commercial accounts across York County and surrounding areas in Central Pennsylvania.

Flexible Logistics

Fluid Drainage & Disposal

We safely drain and dispose of all automotive fluids in full compliance with environmental regulations. Your cores leave here clean and properly processed.

Fully Compliant

Auto Core Recycling facility in Etters, Pennsylvania

Organized inventory of automotive cores and parts

About Us

Built on Trust, Driven by Responsibility

Auto Core Recycling has been a cornerstone of the Etters automotive community for over 15 years. What started as a small operation focused on engine and transmission cores has grown into a full-service recycling center trusted by shops, fleets, and individuals throughout York County.

We believe that recycling automotive components isn't just good for the environment — it's good for your bottom line. Every core we process keeps hazardous materials out of landfills and returns valuable materials to the manufacturing cycle. And every transaction is handled with honesty and a handshake.

Licensed & Insured

Etters, PA Location

EPA Compliant

Family-Owned & Operated

Simple Process

How Core Recycling Works

From drop-off to payment, we keep things straightforward so you can get back to what matters.

Bring Your Cores

Drop off your engines, transmissions, differentials, or any other automotive cores at our Etters facility.

We Inspect & Grade

Our experienced team evaluates each core for rebuildability and assigns a fair, transparent grade.

Get Paid On the Spot

Acceptable cores are purchased at competitive market rates — paid immediately at the time of drop-off.

We Recycle Responsibly

Non-rebuildable cores are fully recycled: fluids drained, metals separated, and materials processed responsibly.

What We Accept

Core Types We Buy & Recycle

We accept a wide range of automotive cores from passenger vehicles, light trucks, and commercial equipment.

Engines

Gas & diesel, complete assemblies

Transmissions

Automatic & manual, all makes

Differentials

Front, rear & transfer cases

TCMs & ECUs

Computer modules & controllers

Turbochargers

All sizes and configurations

Oil Pans & Blocks

Engine blocks and components

Commercial Cores

Heavy-duty truck & equipment

Call for Others

Not sure? Call us — we'll sort it out

What People Say

Trusted by the York County Community

Local shops, fleet managers, and individuals rely on Auto Core Recycling for fair deals and reliable service.

"We've been bringing our core inventory here for years. Fair prices, quick turnaround, and they always treat you like a neighbor — not just another transaction."

Mike R.

Independent Auto Shop Owner

"Managing a fleet means a constant stream of cores. Auto Core Recycling makes it easy — they're consistent, professional, and they actually pay what they promise on the first call."

Sarah T.

Fleet Operations Manager

"I had a handful of old cores sitting in my garage and didn't know what to do with them. They gave me a fair quote over the phone and paid cash when I dropped them off. No hassle at all."

James D.

Local Resident

Get in Touch

Ready to Recycle Your Cores?

Whether you have a single engine to drop off or a regular stream of cores from your shop, we're here to make the process smooth and profitable for you. Give us a call or stop by the yard — we'd love to hear from you.

Free, no-obligation core evaluations

Competitive market-based pricing

Convenient Etters location with easy access

Commercial accounts and bulk pickup available

Call us anytime

(717) 691-9600

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