Getting used auto parts can save a bundle but when the used part doesn’t serve its purpose, it’s important to have the right coverage. Depending on the type of part and how you buy it, there will be a different car parts warranty to cover your purchase. Navigating used car part warranties can be difficult, especially for first time used parts buyers. There are different factors that affect auto parts differently, especially depending on what you have bought.
From a transmission to an engine, parts for the engine, front or rear axle assembly, and so on, these parts have moving components that are not electrical by design. This is the category that has the highest considerations when looking for a used auto part warranty, due to being non-electric moving parts, they are the most prone to an issue in their functionality. However, they also can show signs much later than other parts. Due to this, a car parts warranty should not be less than 90 days, but longer would be preferable.
In some cases, there will be offers for warranties that extend to one to three years in length. Considering how long it takes for issues to arise and how long it takes to spot the part as the issue, this is a good idea for mechanical parts. It might also be a good idea to see if you can get a labor warranty since often, the issue isn’t with the part but with installation, making it impossible to collect for the part since there was nothing wrong with it.
Parts such as radios and starters, along with alternators and window switches fall under the electric parts category. In many cases, there will be a refusal to warranty these items and they are often at risk of the consumer. Most often, a 30-day warranty is offered, which is typically enough time to spot an issue. Of course, getting a longer 90-day warranty is ideal, but issues with these parts typically show up in the first month.
Similar to mechanical parts, these issues can take a while to show up. As such, consumers should not accept a warranty under 90 days. For the most part, this is standard and should be offered up front. In fact, 90 days should be a minimum warranty for those looking for used auto parts. In most cases, 30 days is fine only for electric parts but caution should be expressed.
Used auto parts are the best way to go when replacing car parts. Check out Why Old is Gold to see the benefits of buying used car parts. If you are looking for used parts, contact us today to find out what we have in stock. We offer a six month warranty on all of our products, anything that leaves our assembly line comes with a satisfaction guarantee.
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