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The harsh writing on the wall has driven another Chicago area institution to say goodbye. One member of the Sun-Times Editorial Board made a beeline to Victory with his old vehicle every time he was ready to buy a new set of wheels.

The Bensenville wrecking yard where “that old car is worth money,” is set to close Nov. 30 after nearly 80 years.

Victory Auto Wreckers has told WGN-TV that it will shutdown operations later this month. The business is known for its long-running TV commercial.

Victory Auto Wreckers has told WGN-TV that it will shutdown operations later this month. The business is known for its long-running TV commercial.

Known for its classic commercials, Victory Auto Wreckers is closing after 78 years in business at the same location in Bensenville.

Their commercial NEVER changed since the 80s!! -Dave and Kim

Victory Auto Wreckers has told WGN-TV that it will shutdown operations later this month. The business is known for its long-running TV commercial.

Almost everyone in Northwest Indiana has seen the commercial – many, many times. Soon Victory Auto Wreckers can no longer assure you that old car may be worth money.