Car Repair: Questions Must
You know the exact places I am talking about. I am sure you have passed one or two and thought about how unsightly these places are. Most of them are covered by an outside fence but still you are perfectly aware of what lurks behind that fence. This vehicle graveyard is a precious source holding a plethora of car parts for your exact vehicle. If the insurance company can put these parts on your car when they repair it, why should it be any difference for you?
Some people have a misconception about aftermarket auto parts. They believe that, if a part isn't made from the original manufacturer, then it's cheap. Nothing can be further from the truth. In actuality, the aftermarket companies put a great deal of effort into making the parts. In fact, many of them specialize in making performance car parts, even more so than the original manufacturers!
Once you know which part needs to be replaced, consider the make, model and year of your car. While all of the basic parts of a car may be the same, the size and shape of each part will be different, as parts vary between makes and models. For example, the brake pads made for a 1997 Ford Mustang will not fit a 2000 Toyota Corolla.
For parts that are too large to transport, some junkyards would actually haul it for you. Examples of such parts include the hood, trunk lid or roof. Some people may decide to buy the whole junk car and scrap it themselves. Although you have to enquire about this during your first call. You want to know if this added service is free or if you have to pay for the haulage. It is best to compare costs across different boat accessorizing in order to make an informed decision. If the price of one junkyard is too high, you can always try another. You are under no obligation to purchase the spare part especially if the terms of purchase do not sit well with you.
You will need to have the title in your name and it needs to be clear. Being clear means that there are no lien holders on the title who would have a claim to that vehicle. For some salvage yards, you will need to remove the fluids including gas and oil. If the vehicle is drivable, many times you can find a yard that will allow you to drive it in rather than disassembling it first.
Live second-hand car shops offer a limited variety of makes, since they are constrained by space and location. However, prices here may be much cheaper than at online auctions and classifieds, since some of the cars offered are several shop-years old. Another good thing about these venues is that you can easily shop for a car and inspect it at once.
