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Used car part buying guides
Short, opinionated guides from people who actually buy used parts every week.
4 min read
How to find your car part number
Quoting the exact part number is the single biggest thing that gets you a fast, accurate quote. Here's how to find it.
6 min read
Is buying a used gearbox safe?
Used gearboxes can save you over £1,500 vs new — if you buy from the right yard. Here's what to check.
5 min read
Engine codes explained
Why a 2.0 TDI isn't always a 2.0 TDI, and how the 3-letter code on your block changes everything.
4 min read
Alloy wheel fitment — PCD, offset, width
The three numbers you need to buy used alloys that actually fit your car.
3 min read
Scrapping a car — the UK checklist
DVLA notification, V5C, plates, valuables — what you need to do before the truck arrives.
4 min read
What warranty should I expect on used parts?
30 days is the standard — some yards extend cover up to a year. Here's the lay of the land.
5 min read
Verified marketplace vs Facebook & eBay: what changes
Why paying through a vetted network beats a cash-in-hand DM — escrow, warranty, traceability and the scams it stops.
6 min read
Your UK consumer rights when buying used car parts
Consumer Rights Act 2015, Section 75, distance-selling, and what a 'sold as seen' line actually means (spoiler: less than sellers claim).
5 min read
How to spot a dodgy parts seller in 60 seconds
Stolen-to-order, ringer engines, VIN-cut shells — the red flags that separate a real breaker from a chop shop.
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