Gta Online Salvage Yard: Locations, Max Payout & Upgrades

Looking for the scoop on the GTA Online Salvage Yard after "The Chop Shop" DLC update? We've got you covered!

Looking for the best Salvage Yard location in GTA Online? You're in the right spot! Introduced in "The Chop Shop" DLC was one of the biggest changes—an all-new illicit business run under the guise of Red's Auto Parts but fueled by audacious vehicle robberies.

This guide is your golden ticket to turning salvaged (or rather, stolen) goods into cold, hard cash, baby! Learn all the secrets of the Salvage Yard in GTA Online, including every property, upgrades, the best location, and whether or not your investment is worth it.

Updated on 4 January 2024: I've updated this page with more details about the max payout because I neglected to add this section. When you're done reading this guide, you might want to check out our Hangar, Bunker, Facility, or Action Figure guides!

How To Start A Salvage Yard Business In GTA Online

To start your Chop Shop, you'll need to get in touch with Yusuf Amir (more on him later)—Yusuf will contact you and instruct you to purchase a Salvage Yard in GTA Online. The next step is to whip out your in-game phone and buy a plot from the Maze Bank website.

After purchasing a Salvage Yard, head over to it. You'll find Yusuf there, who will provide further guidance. This is where you'll start your car robbery activities. You'll also meet another dude named Jamal, who is in charge of organizing car robberies.

Use the Planning Wall to see a range of cars available for heist. However, be mindful that each gig requires some pre-planning. Once the heist is complete, take the stolen vehicle back to the Chop Shop for salvaging—turning stolen treasure into profit!

Note: The sale will take some time. However, you can cash in immediately via the "Quick Sell" option. Just note that this won't return the same amount of cash, though—buyers will take advantage of your desperation.

All Salvage Yard Locations In GTA Online

You can choose from five Salvage Yard locations in GTA Online via Maze Bank Foreclosures. Each property varies in accessibility and price—so you'll want to choose wisely. It's also worth considering each location's unique characteristics.

Oh—and in case you're wondering: yes, you can relocate your Salvage Yard in GTA Online. However, like other business properties, any upgrades you purchase will be forfeited after transferring to the new location. Here are all the Salvage Yard locations in GTA Online:

Salvage Yard Description Price Image
Murietta Heights Boasting a lively neighborhood and the Tatviam Mountains within fleeting distance, this popular property has seen a high turnaround of owners over recent years. But with care and a high-quality legal team, this could be your business's forever home. $2,420,000
Strawberry Very few entrepreneurs are brave enough to set up shop in Strawberry. But before you turn away from this wonderful property, let us assure you the deafening sound of machinery drowns out the constant gunfire almost entirely. $2,570,000
La Puerta Looking for a property with character and charm? Then you'll be thrilled to know the last owner of this outlet was crushed to death by the car lift. The standard charges for "interesting history" have been waived. $2,690,000
Paleto Bay A delightful community with superb surroundings and one of the slowest police response times in the country. These are the ingredients that small businesses are made of. $1,620,000
Sandy Shores This former holiday resort boasts one of the lowest rates of disposable income in the developed world. So, you're guaranteed almost no customers. On the plus side, you're guaranteed almost no customers. $2,030,000
Alexander Ross

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