Car Scrapyard
“Turn scrap into profit.” – Car Scrapyard Investment Pitch
The Car Scrapyard is a scrapyard located in El Burro Heights, Los Santos, San Andreas, and is featured in Grand Theft Auto V. This investment opportunity allows players to earn a passive income by selling scrap metal and salvaged parts. While the Car Scrapyard is considered a low to medium-quality investment, it still generates consistent earnings, especially when coupled with player activity around vehicle destruction in the surrounding area.
Overview
Location & Profile
The Car Scrapyard is situated in El Burro Heights, an industrial area in the southeast of Los Santos. The scrapyard specializes in collecting and recycling damaged Vehicles, turning scrap metal into profit. The location itself is a large, open space filled with piles of wrecked Cars, machinery, and various other pieces of industrial equipment. Despite being a fairly run-down establishment, it offers a steady source of income for the player, particularly if they engage in destructive activities that generate more scrap material.
Role in GTA V
In Grand Theft Auto V, players have the option to purchase the Car Scrapyard as an investment. Once purchased, the scrapyard generates income based on the number of Vehicles destroyed during gameplay. For every vehicle destroyed in the game world, the scrapyard earns money, making it a unique business investment tied to player actions. Although it doesn’t yield the highest returns compared to other Businesses, it’s a passive income source that benefits players engaging in chaos and destruction across Los Santos.
Income Generation
Investment Details
- Initial Cost: The Car Scrapyard can be purchased for $275,000.
- Revenue: Players earn $150 for every vehicle destroyed in the game world. The more destruction, the higher the payout.
- Location Benefits: The scrapyard’s location in an industrial area means there are often nearby Vehicles to scrap, especially during Missions or free-roaming destruction.
Notable Features
- Passive Income: Unlike other Businesses that require more hands-on involvement, the Car Scrapyard generates money automatically based on player activity, making it a low-maintenance investment.
- Vehicle Destruction: Every car, truck, or bike wrecked in Los Santos contributes to the scrapyard’s revenue, incentivizing players to engage in high levels of vehicular mayhem.
- Industrial Setting: The scrapyard is located in a gritty industrial zone, surrounded by other Businesses and industries that create a sense of realism within the game world.
Trivia
- The Car Scrapyard is one of several purchasable properties in GTA V that generate passive income without player intervention.
- Its location in El Burro Heights reflects the area’s industrial nature, fitting within the broader narrative of Los Santos’ economic landscape.
- Players can increase their earnings by intentionally destroying Vehicles during Missions or free roam, boosting their overall income from the scrapyard.
- Although not the most profitable business, the Car Scrapyard provides a reliable stream of income with minimal upkeep, making it a popular choice for players looking for passive earnings.

Appears in | Grand Theft Auto V |
Type | Scrapyard |
Location | El Burro Heights, Los Santos |
Cost | $275,000 |
Revenue | $150 per destroyed vehicle |
Owner | Player (after purchase) |