Post on 25-Jun-2015
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Any vehicle part not sourced
from the cars maker is called an
aftermarket part. Used as direct
replacement parts, aftermarket car
parts (or after market auto parts)
do not void a cars warranty unless
stated otherwise.
Many companies produce car
parts that are designed to function
as well, if not better, than the cars
original manufactured parts. There
are a number of advantages and
disadvantages of using aftermarket
car parts in the Negara Brunei
Darussalam.
(1) Cost: Generally aftermarket car
parts are not as expensive as original
parts. The amount of money that can
be saved will vary between brands and
it's a good idea to shop around.
Knowing how much a car part typically
costs is important. If the cost of a part
seems unusually low then its quality
may be questionable.
(2) Variety: Aftermarket parts are
made by numerous companies so
there is a lot of choice and this
helps to keep prices competitive.
Some companies only specialize
in one or two car parts, whilst
others will produce almost any
part possible.
(3) Accessibility: Unlike original parts,
aftermarket auto parts can be easily
sourced from the local mechanic, gas
station or auto parts store (e.g. Golden
Wheels Company). There is no need to
wait for lengthy shipping delays whilst
waiting for original parts. Also, this
provides more flexibility in choosing
where to service a vehicle.
(4) Quality: The quality of after
parts can be just as good as
the original manufactured part.
In some case the parts can
even be better because after
part companies can improve
designs.
(1) Huge Selection: The
overwhelming choice of
aftermarket car parts can be
daunting, especially if the buyer is
unfamiliar with the different
brands. This can lead to poor
choices.
Even simple parts such as a
spark plug, can be produced by
numerous companies and come in
many variations. It's a good idea
to consult a mechanic when
uncertain of what to select.
(2) Variable Quality: In association
so many aftermarket brands
comes inconsistent quality. Some
parts are inferior and made with
poor quality materials.
Try to select brands that are
recommended by mechanics, even
if they are slightly more
expensive. In most cases you get
what you pay for, so higher priced
parts are generally better quality.
Deciding to use or not to use
aftermarket car parts can be
difficult. If you're someone that
works on your own car and you're
familiar with the different brands
available, then it is possible to
save a lot of money using
aftermarket parts.
Alternatively, if you're
uncomfortable selecting aftermarket
car parts and don't have a mechanic
you can ask for advice, then it may
be best to stick with the original
manufacturers parts. In this case all
works would need to be done at a
auto dealership in Brunei
Darussalam and it will cost extra for
the peace of mind.