Sooner or later, it will happen. No matter how much care you’ve given it, your vehicle is going to break down and need repairs. With today’s prices on both new and used vehicles soaring to record levels, you’ll probably want to make those repairs and keep your current car or truck on the road.
In making those repairs, used parts will save you money though at first, you might be hesitant to buy used parts for auto repairs. However, if you follow these 4 tips, you can have peace of mind buying used car parts, save a lot of your hard-earned cash, and keep your current vehicle operating for years to come.
1. Have your VIN
VIN stands for vehicle identification number, and you can find it in several places on your vehicle. These include the dashboard on the driver’s side, the driver’s side door jam, the front of the frame on the driver’s side (in older vehicles), and the front of the engine block under the hood. Having this number is essential to make sure you’re buying the right part(s) for your vehicle.
2. Ask about return policies
No matter how much care you and the salesperson take, there’s always the chance of error, and you don’t want to be stuck with the wrong part. So, make sure in case of a mistake, the parts dealer will allow you to return the wrong part and exchange it for the right one.
3. Be sure the colors match
This is important, of course, when buying body parts. You might think, for example, that white is white, but in reality, there are many variations of white. And the same is true of other colors as well. So to avoid having to pay for a paint job in addition to what you’ve paid for the part, do your very best to make sure the colors of body parts match.
4. Don’t buy knockoffs
In other words, stay away from cheap, substitute parts that probably won’t last very long. Instead, insist on buying used OEM parts. OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer, parts made by the vehicle’s original manufacturer. Properly serviced, used OEM parts should keep your car or truck humming down the road for thousands of miles into the future.
Quality Auto Parts from New Cats Auto Parts
When you’re in need of used auto parts in Blue Island, IL, Crestwood or any other area on the south side of Chicago, come to New Cats Auto Parts. We’ve been in the business of serving Chicago area motorists since 1958, and we want to help you get your vehicle back on the road.
At New Cats Auto Parts, you’ll always find a wide selection of high quality used parts, along with a friendly and knowledgeable sales staff to assist you. For good measure, you can save money, because those great parts come at affordable prices that won’t break your bank account.
Come see us, and you’ll know why Chicagoland motorists have been depending on New Cats Auto Parts for more than half a century!