Good! The worst happened to your machine, and this worn / damaged part needs to be replaced. What is the first thing that comes to mind? I am sure it will be, “how do I get a spare part that meets the needs at the lowest price?” And believe me, the most intelligent people will think the same way. Let’s face it; no one likes to spend a lot of money on car repairs and parts replacement. In fact, if they had a choice, no one would even want to be in a situation where his / her car needs to be repaired or replaced, This is the basic human nature, and we all demonstrate it. As for me, I would rather spend the extra money on a fashionable car stereo than go for the expensive replacement of auto parts. Any day, I would prefer the cheapest repair or replacement of parts that would do the job, and you too, if you are not a celebrity, and the money sticks to you like a shadow. So, what options can you consider if your car needs a spare part? In the current market scenario, we have 3 main options, namely:
* Aftermarket Parts
* Used OEM Parts
* Brand New Discounted Parts
Let’s discuss the pros and cons of each so that we can make a decision. Parts of the aftermarket for a vehicle can be defined as auto parts manufactured by a manufacturer other than the original car manufacturer. But this is not necessarily the correct definition, since most vehicle manufacturers do not produce all parts on their own. They may ask another company to make a specific auto part for them. In this case, the first definition will not be correct. I believe the following example will clarify this concept. If you install an air filter in your ABC car and this air filter is not manufactured, is not considered standard equipment (stock option) and is not recommended by ABC, it is considered part of the aftermarket if we are talking about ABC, In this case, the entire warranty from ABC for your ABC vehicle is void. This is not the only consequence of installing spare parts on your car. These parts are not tested for compatibility with all makes and models of vehicles. As a result, after-sales service in your car may not work properly, which can lead to unforeseen problems For example, an after-sales air filter can damage the car’s engine if it is not compatible with your car’s model, which will result in poor engine performance or possibly complete engine damage. Spare parts do not necessarily comply with the laws and regulations of quality and performance. For example, aftermarket lights may not meet local regulations in your state, or your aftermarket engine may not meet the emission standards in your state. It is imperative that you clarify the correct parts and specifications of the parts before you buy. Depending on factors such as quality and brand, the aftermarket may cost less, equal to or more than the new original part. Good quality auto parts made by a company specializing in a particular area qualify as auto parts that increase productivity and usually cost more than a new ordinary OEM part. If you are not ready to spend money on tuning the car, you do not need to go this route. The one truth about spare parts remains valid even today; “use it at your own risk.” Used OEM auto parts for a car are made by the same manufacturer as the carThe only factor is that these details are not new. They were used earlier, probably in another vehicle of the same manufacturer and somehow found their way to the landfill or landfill. In this case, before buying a used auto part, you should take into account the fact that the used parts of a particular ABC car are likely to correspond only to ABC cars of the same model and year of manufacture that meet the company’s standards. This is due to the fact that manufacturers can annually make small changes or improvements to the design and technical specifications of auto parts for any particular model, Since all OEM auto parts from a particular car manufacturer are of the same quality and tested by the manufacturer for optimal performance, you will not get any compromises in this direction. Remember that this does not apply to spare parts. Used auto parts may be your best option in terms of cost-effectiveness and quality, provided that you choose the right auto part online and buy it only from a recognized seller, The advantage of buying from trusted sellers is that you get original, quality-tested parts at low prices and, as a rule, without shipping costs. The only troubling factor about used auto parts could be their history. A part may be saved from a car that was destroyed in an accident, or perhaps from a car that was decommissioned after a lifetime service Then there are also some auto parts available that were used by the original manufacturer for testing purposes. Whatever the history of the part, you can receive confirmation from the seller by phone before you buy. Major sellers of used auto parts carry out quality control by keeping a journal of the condition and history of a particular auto part so that the customer knows the exact age and origin of the part he / she is buying. In addition, the vehicle manufacturer’s warranty does not void if you install a used original part in your car Second-hand auto parts are the most cost-effective of all three options, as they cost about one third of the cost of new original auto parts. Brand new spare parts at a discount probably don’t need a description. These are new auto parts sold at discount prices. Definitely a great option, but they are not available every day and not in every store. In fact, they are available occasionally and at the discretion of the dealer If you are lucky, you can find the desired item at a discount, but, as is usually the case, items that are sold at a discount have the least demand. Therefore, if you urgently need a new spare part for your car, you may have to wait until it becomes available at discounted prices. In conclusion, you can choose any of these options depending on your needs and suitability, but please remember that in case of repair and replacement of parts, you should take measures only after weighing the pros and cons of each available option.
-Jack Wilson
