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Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co.

4.7(85)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 85 reviews (Google rating)Junk Car Buyer
Open now · closes 5:00 PM
(734) 284-6141 Directions downriverscrap.com

Quick facts

Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. is a junk car buyer at 3901 11th St in Wyandotte, MI, open Mon–Sat from 8:00 AM. Call +1734-284-6141 for details.

Address
3901 11th St, Wyandotte, MI 48192
Phone
+1734-284-6141
Hours today
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co.

Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. is a family-owned metal recycling business and junk car buyer at 3901 11th St in Wyandotte, MI. Founded by Rose Wojtala in 1928, it describes itself as the third-oldest business in Wyandotte, MI. Her sons Raymond, George, Peter and Albert continued the operation in its second generation. In 2023, third-generation family member Timothy took the helm, working with his sons Timothy II and Thomas on modern upgrades for purchasing and processing ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

The center buys metals including copper, brass and steel, and also sells metal for home projects and local artists. Complimentary notary public services are another offering beyond its recycling work. The business lists on-site services and free street parking, identifies as LGBTQ-owned and veteran-owned, and lists itself as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Its Google rating is 4.7 out of 5 across 85 reviews.

Known for

  • Family-owned metal recycling business founded in 1928
  • Purchasing ferrous and non-ferrous metals
  • Metal sales for home projects and local artists
  • Complimentary notary public services
  • LGBTQ-owned and veteran-owned

Popular times

Usually as busy as it gets right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 39 of 100, 9a: 51 of 100, 10a: 69 of 100, 11a: 90 of 100, 12p: 96 of 100, 1p: 93 of 100, 2p: 87 of 100, 3p: 78 of 100, 4p: 60 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 27 of 100, 9a: 36 of 100, 10a: 42 of 100, 11a: 63 of 100, 12p: 84 of 100, 1p: 93 of 100, 2p: 90 of 100, 3p: 78 of 100, 4p: 78 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 45 of 100, 9a: 63 of 100, 10a: 78 of 100, 11a: 93 of 100, 12p: 87 of 100, 1p: 78 of 100, 2p: 51 of 100, 3p: 39 of 100, 4p: 30 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 51 of 100, 9a: 63 of 100, 10a: 66 of 100, 11a: 60 of 100, 12p: 60 of 100, 1p: 75 of 100, 2p: 69 of 100, 3p: 72 of 100, 4p: 66 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 36 of 100, 9a: 45 of 100, 10a: 54 of 100, 11a: 69 of 100, 12p: 72 of 100, 1p: 72 of 100, 2p: 72 of 100, 3p: 63 of 100, 4p: 60 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 45 of 100, 9a: 60 of 100, 10a: 78 of 100, 11a: 100 of 100, 12p: 0 of 100, 1p: 0 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

89 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★81
  • 4★2
  • 3★1
  • 2★1
  • 1★4

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • friendly staff×35
  • family owned business×8
  • kind staff×7
  • weighing×4
  • cash payment×4
  • scrap metal recycling×4
  • motors×2
  • honesty×2
  • family vibe×2
  • local company×2

People also search for

  • Northend Scrap Metal, Inc.5.0 (14)
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  • Southend Metals Recycling4.7 (174)
  • GLE Scrap Metal - Detroit4.5 (114)
  • Stuff Recycling - Michigan4.9 (119)

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Very friendly and helpful. And quick, great prices.”

    — Nathan Bohr, September 29, 2026 · google

  • “This has been the best scrap yard I visited in the metro. Phenomenal staff, fairly priced, and overall easygoing. Will come here from now on”

    — Kevin Rodriguez, September 24, 2026 · google

  • “Always a pleasure dealing with the people involved.”

    — Kyle, September 23, 2026 · google

  • “Very friendly service and resonable price for the metal i sold. Plus learned something new today and free suckers :)”

    — Isaiah Mizell, September 23, 2026 · google

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Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. — frequently asked

Is Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. open on Mondays?
Yes — Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. is open Monday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where is Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co.?
Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. is at 3901 11th St, Wyandotte, MI 48192.
What is the phone number for Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co.?
You can reach Down River Scrap Iron & Metal Co. on +1734-284-6141.

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