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Save Money And The Planet With Used Auto Parts
Buying car parts is costly. There are times when a used car part can be just as good as a new one, especially when your auto parts store tells you it will be a week or more while they wait for the special order to come in.
Used auto parts can be a real life (and wallet) saver, but you have to be cautious when shopping for them. A used auto parts that doesn't work or doesn't fit properly do not do you much good. The tips below will help you decide whether a used car part is right for the job.
For quick reference, we've put together some lists of used auto parts and when it's a good time to use them:
Here is a short list of parts that are good to use:
Seats
Steering wheel
Stereo system
Sunroof motor
Tail lights
Throttle body
Tie rods
Turn signal lenses
Vacuum lines
Vacuum reservoir
Valve cover
Wheels
Window glass
Windows
Windshield
Wiper arm
Body panels
Body parts
Bumpers
Carburetors (to rebuild)
Cigarette lighter
Coolant reservoir
Really the list goes on and on, most every part can be re-used and save you tons of cash! In addition, here are some general guidelines to help you buy used auto parts in any situation.
Know what you need. Be sure you know exactly what you want to buy before you start shopping. If possible, have the old part with you for comparison.
Ask questions. Don't worry about looking like a novice while you stand at the used car parts counter. They deal with amateur mechanics all the time, and most guys will give you credit for fixing it yourself even if dont come across as a pro.
Be sure the part is returnable. Sometimes you'll end up with the wrong part no matter how careful you are. Make sure it will be easy to exchange for the right part if this happens.
Research on whether a used part is good for this repair. If you crack a tail light or break a motor mount, a used part is the perfect low-cost solution. Parts that wear out anyway like alternators, starters and brake rotors should probably be purchased new.
Swap Meets
A unique place to buy used parts is at the swap meet. A swap meet is a gathering of car people who bring stuff they don't need anymore to sell or trade for other stuff. It can be a great place to get a deal, but remember there is probably no return policy in this case. The same rules for buying used auto parts from a junk yard apply, with a few exceptions:
Lower cost. You can buy parts at a swap meet for much less than pretty much anyplace else.
More options. Chances are there is more than one stack of parts with your gem in it. Find the part that looks solid for the best price. Often the guy with the shiny tent and cool outfit is selling the same stuff as the guy in cut-offs with a pile of parts in front of him.
Who do you think will be cheaper?
Your Local Auto Recycler
The best place to get used auto parts will probably be the local recycling junk yard. I know in Toronto we have a few good ones. I like a junk yard that has a u-pick yard so I have the option to go pull my own parts for even deeper discounts. I personally think auto recycling yards are amazing, they are one of the original green industries and they help people save major amounts of money. Let common sense guide you and you'll save time and money buying used auto parts. Have a green day!
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