ESDM Auto Parts at 3301 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
ESDM Auto Parts is a self-service auto salvage yard at 3301 E 14th St in Des Moines. Customers can browse and remove used auto parts from salvaged vehicles on their own. The yard carries engines, transmissions, drivetrain parts, electrical components, and body panels from different vehicle makes and models. Staff are available to help with payments and answer questions, but customers handle the part search and removal themselves. Since there are no online reviews yet, this yard is best for those looking for affordable used parts without dealer markups.
Services & What to Expect
ESDM Auto Parts is a self-service salvage yard where customers find and remove their own parts. The business doesn’t offer part cleaning, testing, or installation—just direct access to salvaged vehicles. Customers should:
- Search for parts by walking through the yard
- Remove parts using their own tools (or tools available on-site)
- Pay by weight or per item, depending on the policy
- Load parts into their own vehicle for transport
Parts are sold "as-is" without warranties. Common items in stock include:
- Engines and transmissions
- Drivetrain parts (axles, differentials, driveshafts)
- Electrical components (alternators, starters, batteries)
- Suspension and steering parts (control arms, ball joints)
- Body panels and interior trim
- Brake system parts (calipers, rotors, brake pads)
While the yard doesn’t advertise vehicle dismantling or scrap metal services, they may accept junk cars for parts. For cash offers on old vehicles, check with the yard directly or look at local junk car buyers . Unlike auto parts stores, ESDM Auto Parts doesn’t have an online catalog. Customers must visit in person to check part availability. The self-service model works best for DIYers or those comfortable searching for their own parts.
Location & Hours
ESDM Auto Parts is at 3301 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316. The yard is open Monday through Friday with the same hours each day:
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The yard follows the same schedule all week, with no early closures or extended hours. Weekends are closed, so plan visits during open hours. The location is in Des Moines’ East Side, near 14th Street and Easton Boulevard. It’s close to I-235 and I-80, with the Des Moines International Airport about 10 minutes away. The East Village shopping area is also nearby. For questions about hours, parts, or services, call (515) 344-8854.
