5 Places To Find Replacement Automotive Parts

Reputable dealers are listed in phone directories and online directories. There are sale and purchase codes applicable to every dealer and the most important criteria for sale and purchase is to provide proof f ownership of the car. A reputable dealer should take the car title from you to ensure it is not stolen property and protect both the company and you.



For parts that are large, some auto salvage yards will haul them for you. This is something to ask when you make the phone call. Some people will buy the entire vehicle in order to scrap it themselves. Other parts such as trunk lids, hoods, door panels, and roofs can be too large for some to haul as well. If you need them to haul it for you, ask them how much they will do it for. Make sure that you comparison shop if you feel the price is too steep. If no one else can do any better or they don't have the part, you can always call them back and tell them you will be there to make the purchase. You are not obligated the moment you make the phone call.

Have on hand 6 good quality and straight 2x4's - 8' long on hand. They can be purchased for about $2.00 each at your home improvement store. You will also need a drill with a #2 phillips head and one box of 2 1/2" course thread dry wall screws. Finally find some old 1 x lumber from your old material resource or you can use new 1x6 fence board of redwood or cedar purchased for about $2.00 per 6' board at your home improvement store. You will need 4 pieces of 1x6 - 6' long.

You'll want to get a list of used autos in the area first. Try using a local directory, or a service like Google maps. Then you'll want to head outside and measure your car's tires. This is the most important step for a great fit! Pull out your spare and start measuring that. If you don't have the spare, you can measure a regular wheel.

There are many individuals who specialize in rebuilding salvaged cars as a hobby or to resell the vehicle to make money. Before buying a salvage title vehicle, whether it be a car or truck, either to keep for yourself or to sell it, it's vital that you check with your local DMV to find out what the requirements are for putting a salvage auto back on the road. Every state has different laws so it's important to know what your state requires before making an investment.

Fourth, you must clearly ask about the payment terms and conditions. For example, the people you hire must specify whether the estimate of cost includes both the materials and the labor charges. It is essential that the cost is included for both in the final estimate.