What To Look For For When Buying Pre-Owned Car Parts

When you are shopping for quality used parts, it’s important to do business with a reliable auto recycler. Junkyards across the nation sell used parts but not all will back their parts with a warranty or a guarantee. A positive sign when buying pre-owned car parts is a business that will stand behind what they sell.

Used Car Parts For Sale in Broward County

Years ago, if a warranty was offered, it was typically 30 days. There wasn’t much competition in the recycled parts market and one month was more than enough time for replacements or refunds. As the industry has grown, so has the competition. Junkyards now compete with other local used car part dealers as well as online competitors. This has created a need for added-value options like warranties and free shipping.

Standard 90 Days Warranty on Used Parts

Most salvage parts are sold with a 90-day warranty. You may find extended options available for purchase through some shops. A few may even offer up to 6 months but be sure to read the find print as there may be limits and exceptions. Three months is the typical warranty offered and seems to be a good timeline for finding out if a part is defective or fails immediately.

Is Labor Covered if My Part is Bad?

Unless the warranty says specifically that the cost of labor associated with the failed part is covered, it’s probably safe to assume that the answer is NO. Based on most 90 day warranties, if your part fails or is defective, the salvage yard will replace or refund the part. You will be responsible to pay your mechanic again for the installation of the replacement part. When purchasing parts, new or used, it is always best to ask the salesperson to spell out the specifics of the warranty or provide you with a written copy.

Guarantees on Engines & Transmissions

Even used motors and transmissions can be costly in comparison to other car parts like alternators, radiators, electric window motors and A/C compressors. A good used parts store will also offer a replace or refund warranty on these parts. A reliable automotive recycle yard often tests the quality of the engines and transmissions before selling them. Talk to the staff and find out what their salvage mechanics check and what their written warranty is before you make a purchase.

Trusted Junkyard & Quality-Pre-Owned Auto Parts Store in South Florida

Gardner Auto Parts understands how important reliability is when it comes to business and cars. For over 50 years, they have offered customers quality used parts for their import and foreign cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. They also back each part they sell with a 90-day Hassle Free Parts Warranty. Their replace or refund warranty even covers the used engines and transmissions they sell.

If you are in the market for quality used car parts, please visit our store and auto recycling yard in nearby Pompano Beach, Florida just off Powerline Road. For faster service, call us at 954-972-9407. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to answer any questions you have about parts or our warranty policy.

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