How to get Auto Parts at Discounted Prices

For those do-it-yourselfers, fixing your own car can save quite a bit of money in mechanic’s fees.  However, finding affordable car parts can be quite expensive.  There are a few tips to follow that can save some many when purchasing auto parts and truck parts.
 

Online suppliers
 

Online suppliers offer reliable auto parts and truck parks and you can get good rates for these.  Do your research well to find reputed suppliers who handle quality products. A good way to begin would be to look at their official website.

 
Junkyards
 

For those who live near a car junkyard, this can be a cornucopia of auto parts.  However, this can be quite time consuming, especially in large junkyards.  You may have to search through hundreds of vehicles before finding the right part.  It is also dirty work so wear old clothes.  The advantage is the price.  You can usually get the part you need at rock bottom prices and many junkyard owners will negotiate.  Be sure to check out the part carefully as you can rarely return a non-working car part.
 

Store Sales

 
Many auto parts stores have periodic sales.  Check your mailing circulars and the newspaper for advertised discounted auto parts.  If there is a particular part you are searching for call different car parts dealers and ask when they will go on sale.  

 
On Line Search

 
The Internet is perhaps the best place to find low prices on a myriad of goods, car parts included.  Simply get on-line and google the part you are looking for.   Take care before ordering to be sure the site is secure and reliable.  You want to be sure your credit card information will not be stolen.  In addition you want to be assured that the part you order will actually be sent to you and the site is not a scam.