What To Expect When Purchasing Auto Parts From A Junkyard
One of the places where you can purchase used auto parts for your vehicle is the junkyard. Here are a few things you need to know about what to expect when you go to the junkyard for the first time to search for used auto parts for your vehicle.
Two Primary Styles Of Junkyards
To start with, it is important to note that there are two predominate junkyard set-ups (the you-pick style junkyard, and the full-service junkyard). These two types of junkyards are set up differently and require a different approach for finding parts.
You-Pick: The first style of junkyards are you-pick junkyards. In these types of junkyards, you are responsible for bringing your own tools with you to extract the parts that you want to buy from the cars that are present. You will then generally pay for the part after you find it.
Full-Service: The second style of junkyards are full-service junkyards. At these junkyards, you let the service desk know what items you are looking for, and they will go out and find them for you. You generally have to pay for the parts up-front and you don't have to go searching for them.
Most Junkyards Specialize In Specific Types Of Vehicles
Some junkyards specialize in specific types of vehicles, such as domestic or foreign cars. It is a good idea to call the junkyard that you are interested in going to and seeing if they generally carry the type of vehicle you are looking to get parts for. If you have a rare vehicle, you may want to check if they have the parts for it.
You'll Be Responsible For Inspecting The Quality Of Parts
Next, you need to know what the part looks like that you are looking for and you will need to know specifically what a good-quality part looks like and what a poor-quality part looks like. It will be your job to inspect the part and make sure that it meets your standards. The junkyard is giving you a part; they are not guaranteeing that the part will work for any particular amount of time, so it is up to you to determine if the part fits your needs.
Look To The Price Board For Buying Information
Finally, many junkyards have pricing boards up. Some junkyards sell all parts for the same amount of money. For example, a transmission from a 1998 Ford would cost the same as one from a 2008 Ford. Other junkyards base their price on the particular part that you are buying; you are probably going to end up paying more for the part based on how new it is and what condition it is in.
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