Are genuine car parts better?

Are genuine car parts better?

They are generally more expensive than comparable parts from third party suppliers, and are considered to be better quality – although in some instances there is negligible difference between the parts. Potential buyers will prefer a car maintained with OEM components.

What is the difference between aftermarket parts and OEM parts?

OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, which means the parts are made by the same company that makes the vehicle. Meanwhile, aftermarket parts are produced by a different parts company and are often designed to be compatible with as many makes and/or models as possible.

Does your mechanic use OEM parts?

At YourMechanic, we use parts both from OEM and aftermarket suppliers. We prefer aftermarket suppliers because there is a lower cost to you as the customer and we choose the best quality aftermarket parts to exceed our warranty. When no aftermarket parts are available for a specific job, we use OEM parts.

Why are genuine parts important?

Genuine parts are made or selected by the vehicle’s maker and rigorously tested by that maker as an integral component of the vehicle to meet high quality, safety and performance standards. This ensures that your vehicle will drive, function and protect you the way it was intended.

What is the difference between genuine and OEM parts?

OEM, Original equipment manufacturer part is a part made by the manufacture or made for them to their specification but an external company. A genuine part is a part supplied by the vehicle manufacturer in their packaging. A number of vehicle parts can be purchased directly from the OEM.

What does OES Genuine Parts mean?

For starters, OES stands for Original Equipment Supplier, while OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. Many of the parts you’ll come across will fit one of these categories. Put simply, an Original Equipment Supplier part is made by the manufacturer who made the original factory part for your vehicle model.

Why is it important to use only genuine parts on a car?

Insisting on genuine parts will keep your car running reliably and looking good. Non-genuine body parts can leave unsightly panel gaps. They can prevent vehicle performance or safety systems from working as intended. Staying genuine protects you, your passengers, and your investment.

What is a genuine replacement?

First up, a genuine part is the one that was on your vehicle when it was manufactured and as it rolled off the production line. Therefore, a genuine replacement part will carry the manufacturer’s label, come in the manufacturer’s packaging and more often than not cost more because of its genuine status.

What is difference between OES and OEM?

Simply put, OEM means ‘Original Equipment Manufacturer’ while OES means ‘Original Equipment Supplier’.

Are aftermarket parts better than the original?

A number of companies make parts designed to function the same, or in some cases even better than the original. Tom Torbjornsen, host of America’s Car Show, estimates that about 80 percent of independent shops use aftermarket parts.

Are brand new replacement parts the same as OEM parts?

They’re brand new replacement parts—not used parts. They’re made by a third-party manufacturer, so they might not be a perfect fit the same way OEM parts are. They’re generally equally as safe as OEM parts but cost much less.

Do insurance companies prefer OEM or aftermarket body parts?

Since parts make up almost half of the cost of most body work, saving money here can cut down on the total cost of the repair. 3  Insurance companies prefer the cost-savings of aftermarket parts, especially when they are just as safe as the OEM parts. Your car has only one manufacturer, so if you want an OEM part, you will have only one option.

Can I use aftermarket parts to repair my car?

Since aftermarket parts decrease a vehicle’s book value, using them to repair your vehicle’s body may cost you part or all of your security deposit. But here’s the rub: In 21 states and the District of Columbia, a body shop’s repair estimate does not have to indicate whether aftermarket parts will be used.