Aftermarket and OEM Auto Parts Portland OR

Cheaper doesn’t always mean inferior, such is the case with aftermarket and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) car parts. While they are often up to 70% cheaper than genuine parts, they can be far superior in quality.

Local Companies

Firestone Complete Auto Care - Burnside
503-228-9268
815 West Burnside
Portland, OR
Bridgetown Automotive
(503) 230-0620
8003 SE 17th Ave
Portland, OR
Firestone Complete Auto Care - Sandy Blvd
503-288-5841
5010 NE Sandy Blvd
Portland, OR
Firestone Complete Auto Care - Powell Blvd
503-777-3945
4601 SE Powell Blvd
Portland, OR
Vigor Industrial LLC
503-247-1672
5555 N Channel Avenue
Portland, OR
Roth & Miller Autobody, Inc.
503-257-9255
9255 SE Stark Street
Portland, OR
Kadel's Auto Body - SE Portland
(503) 771-1544
8230 SE Woodstock
Portland, OR
Firestone Complete Auto Care - Clackamas
503-659-5256
10522 SE 82nd
Portland, OR
Firestone Complete Auto Care - Division
503-761-7632
12141 SE Division
Portland, OR
Kadel's Auto Body - Beaverton
(503) 643-1159
4400 SW Rose Lane
Bearverton, OR

Cheaper doesn’t always mean inferior. Such is the case with aftermarket and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) car parts. While they are often up to 70% cheaper than genuine parts, they can be far superior in quality.

Like many car owners and car parts buyers out there, I must say that I once thought that the genuine parts sold by my local automotive dealer were better. Well surprisingly, this is far removed from the truth.

Do you think that car makers make their own parts? They certainly don’t. They would probably like you to think so but this isn’t the case.

OEM parts are made by the same manufacturer as the genuine part you would receive from your local dealer. In other words, it’s really the same part. The only difference is the logo on the box.

Here’s what happens. Car makers use outside independent companies to help them design their parts. But after a certain time frame the actual manufacturers of these parts are allowed to sell them to other wholesale distributors for resale. This time they come with the manufacturer’s logo and not that of the car maker. So essentially, the identical part is now referred to as an OEM part.

How about aftermarket parts? Are they inferior to genuine parts? ...

Although aftermarket car parts are not made by the original manufacturer, they perform as well as the original. In many cases, the companies find a way of improving these parts so that the customer gets a part that is of superior quality.

There is no need for concern. Aftermarket car parts are produced with the same machinery and materials as OEM and genuine parts. While the parts may have a few minor differences in look and feel, they basically do the same job. The companies who manufacture these aftermarket auto parts are credible. They legitimately buy the rights to manufacture those parts.

You can order aftermarket and OEM car parts online today. It’s easy. It’s a great way to save money. Furthermore, you can have peace of mind, knowing that you’re not compromising quality.

About the Author:

Mantius Cazaubon offers a guide geared towards helping you find the best deals on reliable parts and accessories for your automobile at http://www.toyota-parts-guide.com. Visit http://www.toyota-parts-guide.com for auto parts savings.


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Firestone Complete Auto Care - Burnside

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815 West Burnside
Portland, OR

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