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Midwest PGM Recycling Center at 13513 Industrial Dr, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Midwest PGM Recycling Center is a self-service auto salvage yard and scrap metal recycler at 13513 Industrial Dr in Cedar Lake. Customers can browse and remove used auto parts themselves, and the yard also buys scrap metal, including vehicles. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM—no weekends or holidays.

Services & What to Expect

This is a self-service salvage yard, meaning you’ll need to visit in person to find and remove parts. There’s no online inventory, so you’ll have to search the yard yourself. Common parts available include engines, transmissions, body panels, suspension components, and interior parts. The yard also buys scrap metal like copper, aluminum, brass, steel, and iron, as well as junk vehicles.

Self-Service Salvage Process

To get parts here, you’ll need to:

Visit during open hours (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM).
Bring your own tools—sockets, wrenches, a jack if needed.
Walk through the yard to find parts. Vehicles are grouped by make and model, but no online list exists.
Remove the part and take it to the payment counter.
Pay by the pound at the scale—pricing is weight-based.

Staff don’t provide tools or help with removal, so come prepared.

Scrap Metal & Vehicle Recycling

The yard buys scrap metal, including:

Non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass)
Ferrous metals (steel, iron)
Junk cars, old engines, transmissions

Pricing depends on weight and current market rates. Call ahead to check if they accept specific materials, as policies can change.

Vehicle Removal & Towing

Need to get rid of a junk car, truck, or SUV? Midwest PGM Recycling Center offers pickup and pays for the vehicle based on its scrap value. For details, check out our cash for junk cars page.

Location & Hours

Midwest PGM Recycling Center is at:

13513 Industrial Dr Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM. Closed weekends and holidays. The yard is easy to reach from US-30 and nearby industrial roads.

Directions

From US-30 (Dunes Hwy), take the exit for Industrial Dr. Turn right, and the yard is on the left at 13513. Plenty of parking for customers.

Contact Information

Phone: (219) 374-8700 Website: midwestpgm.com Facebook: Midwest PGM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours for Midwest PGM Recycling Center?

The yard is open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM. Closed weekends and holidays.

Does Midwest PGM Recycling Center buy junk cars?

Yes, they buy junk cars and scrap vehicles. Pricing is based on weight and condition. For more details, visit our cash for junk cars page.

What kind of parts can I find at Midwest PGM Recycling Center?

The yard has a wide range of used auto parts, including:

Engines and transmissions
Body panels (doors, hoods, fenders)
Suspension and drivetrain parts
Interior parts (seats, dashboards, trim)
Electrical components (wiring, alternators, starters)

Parts are sold self-service—you’ll need to remove them yourself. No online inventory means you must visit to check availability.

How does self-service auto salvage work here?

You enter the yard during open hours, find the part you need, and remove it with your own tools. Bring the part to the payment counter, where staff weigh it and charge by the pound. No tools or help are provided.

Are there discounts or bulk pricing?

Pricing is weight-based, and discounts aren’t publicly listed. Ask staff about bulk deals when you visit.

Can I sell scrap metal other than vehicles?

Yes, they buy non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass) and ferrous metals (steel, iron). Pricing depends on type and weight. Call ahead to confirm they accept what you have.

Parts Pricing

Pricing is based on weight, with parts sold by the pound. Exact prices aren’t listed online, but you’ll pay market rates for scrap and used auto parts. Rates can change with demand and material availability.

Prices last checked: June 10, 2024

Category	Part	Price (per lb)	Notes
Non-Ferrous Metals	Copper	$2.50–$3.50	Pricing changes with market conditions.
Non-Ferrous Metals	Aluminum	$0.80–$1.20	Clean, sorted aluminum gets better rates.
Non-Ferrous Metals	Brass	$1.50–$2.20	Yellow and red brass may have different rates.
Ferrous Metals	Steel	$0.05–$0.10	Pricing depends on steel type and cleanliness.
Auto Parts	Engines/Transmissions	Varies by weight	Pricing depends on condition and demand.
Auto Parts	Body Panels	Varies by weight	Clean, undamaged panels may be worth more.