Searching for replacement
vehicle parts in Virginia Water?
Trust a business with over 35 years of experience, trust Goldstar
Commercials.
With over 70 brands to choose from, we have a diverse range of parts
available for purchase, so you can find a spare that meets you needs at a
price that suits your budget. If you have any questions or if you need help
making a purchase; you can use the handy live chat feature on the bottom
right of your browser.
Genuine, OEM, Aftermarket, Remanufactured & Used – What’s The
Difference?
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Genuine
Sometimes called OE (not to be confused with OEM), these are the same
parts which your car was fitted with when it was made. This means that
even if they were originally manufactured by a different brand or
company, they will arrive in a branded box matching the vehicle’s
manufacturer. These are often the safest option because you know
without a doubt that they will fit your vehicle, and if your car/van is
under the manufacturer’s warranty, it will remain valid.
However, the downside with OE or Genuine Spare Parts is that they are
often the most expensive option.
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OEM
Meaning Original Equipment Manufacturer or ‘replacement parts’ this
description describes original parts which have been made by an
external company that supplied the manufacturer with components for the
car.
This usually applies when component manufacturing companies (for
example Bosch or Valeo) negotiate to sell the parts independently. This
results in replacement parts which are cheaper than genuine or OE
parts, and sometimes they can be used without invalidating your
warranty.
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Aftermarket
Sometimes known as a replacement pattern parts, aftermarket parts are
often designed to be cheaper substitutes to the genuine or OEM parts.
This is usually done when aftermarket companies buy the rights to
manufacture a part using the pattern which has been bought from the
original manufacturer.
However, aftermarket parts can be very confusing and difficult to
navigate. This is because they can significantly outperform both OE and
OEM parts, whilst on the other hand there is also the risk that they
could also be very poorly made.
Some aftermarket parts actually use higher quality materials in their
components. After all, car manufacturers frequently need to keep costs
low, so they may utilise cheaper materials. On the other hand, the
parts could be made from substandard materials that quickly wear out,
or perhaps need to be adapted by the garage in order to fit your
vehicle.
With aftermarket parts, it is especially important that you check that
the parts have an ISO international Organisation for Standardisation
stamp. That way you protect yourself from low quality aftermarket
products and ensure quality.
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Remanufactured Parts
Some vehicle parts are made up of numerous different components and
when they fail, it’s often as a result of a single component that
breaks. For example, a gearbox could have a single faulty part and
after the fault being removed and replaced, it could function nearly as
good as new.
This solution is ideal if you need a cost-effective way of getting an
older vehicle back on the road, however it’s important to make sure
that the remanufactured part includes a guarantee, because fitting
remanufactured parts can sometimes expose weaknesses in the parts which
later go on to fail. That being said, they are still a good option for
those with older vehicles who need to replace an expensive component.
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Used
These are often the lowest cost option; however they can come with
certain risks. Just like everything else sold in a used condition, it’s
essential that you only purchase from reputable and trustworthy
businesses. With used parts, you need to make sure that they are stored
in the correct environment and treated with care by skilled and
experienced professionals.
With over 35 years of experience, Goldstar Commercials are the ideal
choice for replacement parts for your commercial vehicles. We use all
of our knowledge and expertise to provide our customers with high
standards of vehicle spares and customer service. Additionally, in
order to demonstrate our commitment to providing high standards, we are
happy to provide a 60 day warranty on all parts purchased from the Goldstar Commercials
online store.
Learn More About Commercial Vehicle Spare Parts On Our Blog
If you would like to learn more information about spare parts for
commercial vehicles, we recommend visiting our blog. It’s filled with lots
of tips and advice with regards to commercial vehicles and their
replacement parts.
For example, you could learn
how to identify problems with the LDV Maxus Top Strut Mount and
Bearings
, alternatively you could learn about the differences between the LDV Maxus
V80 and the LDV Maxus EV80.
Would You Like More Information? To Make An Enquiry, Please Contact Our
Team
If you would like more information regarding any of the spare or
replacement parts available for commercial vehicles on our online store,
please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team of specialists. They
will be happy to assist you with your purchase and answer any questions you
may have.
If you would like to speak to a member of staff, you can give us a call on
0208 890 2000, our lines are open between
9am and 5pm
. You can also get in touch with our team using the internet by sending any
questions you have to us by email at
info@goldstarcommercials.co.uk
.