Whether you work at an auto repair shop, enjoy tinkering with your own car, or are just a regular driver who needs a fix, you may find yourself trying decide whether to invest in brand new spare parts or buy used auto parts. You might think brand new out of the box parts are better since they've never been used, but they'll cost you a lot more and there's no guarantee they won't have problems.

Before you fork over your cash for brand new parts, consider some of the benefits you'll get if you use used original auto parts instead.

Cost
It's no surprise that used parts will cost you less than new, but you might be surprised from the price difference. Although the price of used parts will vary depending on factors such as rarity, demand and condition, you can be sure to find parts cheaper than new.

Availability
In Best.Parts it is easy to find used auto parts for your car. They are most often taken from cars of the same make and model that have been abandoned or scrapped due to age, accident or other reasons.

OEM Standard
This stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer Standard. When new parts or aftermarket parts are manufactured, they may not be identical to the parts originally manufactured for use in your vehicle. They may be manufactured by third parties instead of the original car manufacturer.

In short, you're not sure what you're getting is right for your car. When you look for used parts that were once on cars of the same make and model, you know they are genuine parts and they will fit and function properly.

Recycling
If you are at all concerned about the condition of used parts, look for those that have been recycled/refurbished. They may cost a bit more, but it will still be less than brand new and you will have some guarantee that they are in usable condition.