There
are auto parts that should be quite all right to order used,
especially if they’re still in top condition. Then again, how do
you know if the components or the electrical parts, for example, are
in good condition, particularly if you're buying online? You can't,
but your best bet is to shop—online or retail—only at reputable
used auto parts stores.
Keep
in mind though that there are auto parts you should never buy used.
Battery, brake pads, fuses, gaskets, and radiator hoses are
components better purchased in mint condition, that is, new. On the
other hand, you can get real bargain buys with used auto parts, such
as belt-driven cooling fan, cigarette lighter, body parts and panels,
fuel tank, pulleys, bumpers, and hub caps. It's a matter of knowing
which parts can or cannot be compromised, especially where safety is
concerned.
Here's
one good rule: never buy used rubber parts. Used rubber, even if
seemingly intact, can fail as rubber tends to dry rot with age.
You'll notice that tire stores typically don't offer warranties
because the liability is significant. You don't want to trifle with
the rubber parts on your vehicle because they can wear out on you too
soon. These parts include heater and vacuum hoses, brake lines,
belts, wiper blades, and brake discs and rotors.
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