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Mitsubishi Parts

19 Oct

As with any car, if you own a Mitsubishi, eventually you will be faced with the decision of whether to use genuine Mitsubishi replacement parts or try to save a little money by using aftermarket replacement parts. Whether you are a driveway mechanic and purchasing aftermarket car parts to use yourself or hire a mechanic to do the work for you, you have the same question.

Genuine Mitsubishi parts versus aftermarket parts

Genuine Mitsubishi parts are tested by Mitsubishi to ensure they meet the factory’s quality requirements. Aftermarket companies use the term OEM (Original Equipment) “replacement” parts in an attempt to confuse buyers into thinking they are purchasing actual OEM parts. However, aftermarket parts are imitations of the genuine article. While aftermarket parts may or may not be less expensive, they do not provide the same level of quality or precision fit offered by genuine OEM parts. In fact, you may be able to find genuine OEM parts for the same or comparable prices offered by aftermarket companies. Also, aftermarket parts are not backed by Mitsubishi’s nationwide warranty protection.

Mitsubishi dealers

If you have your car repaired at your Mitsubishi dealer, of course they will use only genuine Mitsubishi auto parts. Having the work done at the dealer ensures that they are knowledgeable about your individual car and will use reliable parts. The downside is that they typically charge more for both the parts and the labor, but you will be assured that any repairs will not void an existing warranty.

Independent garages

Having any repair or maintenance work completed at an independent garage can often save you some money. If the car is still under warranty but you are having non-warranty work completed, still make sure that the garage is ASE certified. This will keep your warranty intact. But for the question about the parts, ask the mechanic what type of parts will be used on your Mitsubishi. They will generally let you choose between genuine Mitsubishi oem parts or aftermarket parts, and they should be able to explain the exact cost and warranty differences between the two. If you are not given the choice, you might want to take your car to another garage. If you do pay for Mitsubishi car parts, double check following the repair, if possible, to see that they didn’t substitute aftermarket parts while charging you for genuine Mitsubishi parts.

Purchasing Mitsubishi parts for home maintenance

Of course if you are doing the work yourself, you are in full control of what parts you choose to use. Today it’s simple and convenient to purchase genuine Mitsubishi parts for your home maintenance and repair tasks. You can choose from national or local retail stores, or you can even find discount, but genuine, Mitsubishi parts online. There are a number of reputable web sites, as well as traditional box stores, who offer a wide selection of Mitsubishi parts for your convenience. Online shopping lets you easily comparison shop for pricing, delivery prices, and delivery times, 24 hours a day.

If you have difficulty locating the exact part you need, representatives are available to help, often special ordering parts if needed. Shopping online is quick and convenient, unless you need the part immediately and can’t wait for shipping time. In that case, your local retailer, or even your Mitsubishi dealer, can sell you the parts right away.

The dealer will, of course, be offering genuine OEM parts for sale. If you choose another retailer, make sure to ask whether you are buying genuine OEM parts or OEM replacement parts. Even if you spend a little more upfront for genuine OEM parts, you could easily save money in the long run by purchasing higher quality parts designed specifically for your Mitsubishi car, and backed by the Mitsubishi warranty.