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5 Ways To Save Money On Quality Replacement Car Parts
5 Ways To Save Money On Quality Replacement Car Parts
As consumers shift from buying a new car every few years to keeping their current cars longer, the demand for quality car parts and accessories continues to grow. After market and replacement car parts can get expensive especially if you own a pricey European brand such as Volvo, BMW or Jaguar. In addition, the quality of some parts can be suspect especially if low cost generics are selected.
Recognizing that many consumers are new to the replacement and after market parts industry, we've compiled five tips on how shoppers can save money on quality parts and accessories:
Shop Online – Sure, your local mechanic or car parts super store can supply the parts your car needs but you may pay a mark up that can add significantly to cost of your repair. Reputable online distributors purchase their goods directly from the manufacturer and sell them to their customers. Lower overhead, inexpensive shipping and in some cases no sales taxes mean that buyers can reap big savings. Special note – shop a secured website and acquaint yourself with the company's return and guarantee policies before making your purchase while learning what other shoppers are saying about that company in forums as well as on blogs.
Consider Used Parts – If you have a good handle on how to fix your car, then shopping for used parts can be option worth considering. Prices are much lower, though the condition of these parts can be questionable. Lots of car owners peruse their local junkyards in search of a door, transmission, trunk hinges, you name it. Also, eBay and Craigslist are two sites that market used car parts.
Wait For Sales – Your local big box auto supply store may have what you need but their retail prices could be high. But when it comes to weekly sales, many of the chains cannot be beat for savings on oil filters, windshield wipers, floor mats, cleaning solutions and the like. On occasion, you may even find a special deal on a new windshield wiper motor.
Talk With Your Mechanic – If you can install the part yourself then you'll save on labor and the cost of the part. However, if you plan on asking your mechanic to install it for you, then you need to ask him if he would be willing to do this work – some will, while others won't. If a problem crops up with the part, you may be able to replace it for free but you'll likely be charged twice for labor.
Avoid Non OEM Parts – One way to save money is to avoid those parts which aren't OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts. Sure, some generic parts by reputable companies may work out fine, but if the manufacturer is unknown, then durability and quality could become issues. Also, be watchful for counterfeit car parts, a multi-billion dollar global problem that is nearly impossible to control. When receiving any part, examine the packaging and the part closely to ensure that what you're getting is the real thing.
Laying out hundreds of dollars or more on quality car parts can seem to be a costly way to keep your car running. However, if you can extend the life of your ride by several years, then the investment you make now can produce long term dividends, allowing you to save up money for a new car in the meantime.
About the Author
Max Rossi is an automotive enthusiast and gear head whose favorite cars include top European brands such as Saab, Mercedes, Volkswagen, BMW, Porsche, Jaguar, Audi and Volvo. Max makes his living working for FCP Groton, a family owned automotive supply business specializing in high quality replacement automotive parts and accessories from top European manufacturers. When Max isn't managing business or tooling with his 1974 BMW 3.0cs, he can be found pursuing his favorite hobbies, rock climbing, crossword puzzles and fly-fishing.
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