Buying auto parts can add up over time, but purchasing used auto parts is a cost-effective alternative. Not only are these parts often like new, but they also come with their own warranties from certified auto shops. Plus, buying used is a smart way to find discontinued parts and features. Here are some of the most common pre-owned components you can find.

Auto Parts You Can Get Used

1. Windows

Cracked or shattered windows, windshields, and sunroofs need to be replaced immediately because they pose a danger to you and your passengers. You can find various sizes of intact windows for affordable prices in a salvage yard.

2. Power Locks

Power lock solenoids wear out over time, leaving you without the ability to secure your vehicle from afar. Replacements are costly, but most power locks are universal and can be found in a used auto part shop for half of what you’d pay for new components.

3. Tires

All-season, winter, and summer tires need to be changed out and rotated seasonally. Once tires become bald or punctured, you can purchase gently used tires to replace them. Inspect the treads and ensure they can hold steady air pressure before taking them home.

4. Alternator

The alternator is responsible for sending an electrical current to the battery, keeping it charged while the vehicle is running. A damaged one makes it impossible to run the car for long without draining the battery, leaving your car unable to start. Old alternators can use new wiring to perform just as well as a new one.

5. Transmission

A transmission usually takes thousands of dollars to replace, making it one of the most expensive parts to buy new. Manual, automatic, and dual-clutch transmissions can be found at a fraction of the price at a salvage yard.

If you’re looking for any of the above used auto parts or you need to take your car in for auto repairs, Fox Auto Salvage will help. This salvage yard has served the Malvern, OH, area for over 40 years by providing quality new and used auto parts for repair shops and individual customers. They have a complete computer catalog of their inventory, making it easy to find what you need when you need it. Visit their website to search availability, or call (330) 863-1011 to speak to a representative.