No matter how well you take care of your vehicles, there always comes a time where a part or two needs to be replaced. When the time comes, mechanics should give you the choice between brand new parts or refurbished ones. But which route should you go? Refurbished parts cost less, but does that mean they aren’t as good?
To help you decide, check out the pros and cons of each bellow.
New Parts
Pros
- Quality assurance guarantees
- More compatible with your exact make and models
- Warranties are included
Cons
- Can be expensive due to limited availability
- Can be hard to find, also due to limited availability, so you may wait longer
- If the wait is long, these parts are not a great option for emergency repairs
Refurbished Parts
Pros
- More cost-effective
- Helps lower carbon footprint as these are upcycled materials
- Testing and professional repair work should mean they run properly once installed
Cons
- Perfect performance cannot be expected as refurbished parts may still have some slight wear and tear
- Compatibility with your exact make and model may be an issue
- Limited to no service warranties available
Now that you’ve got the knowledge, it’s time to shop! Head to gumtree.co.za or your Gumtree app (click for Apple & Android).
