Take the hassle out of searching for car parts with official spares on eBay.
BMW Genuine High Power Spark Plug 3/5/7 Series X5/X3 Z3 Z4
Genuine Ford Wiper Blade
MINI Genuine Air Filter Element For Intake Silencer Filter Cartridge
Genuine Suzuki Ignis RG Rear Shock Absorber
Genuine Ford Engine Cylinder Head Gasket
Genuine Toyota Avensis/Corolla/Corolla Verso Clutch Cover Assembly
MINI Genuine Mens Jacket Two-Tone Water Repellent Hooded
Official Toyota Gazoo Racing Decal Print Drawstring Bag
BMW Genuine Unisex Mens Ladies Wordmarke Baseball Cap Hat
Think of the most durable cars ever made and without basic maintenance they're rendered immobile. Even the Toyota Hilux, Volvo 240 and Mercedes W123 aren't going too far with no sparkplugs or engine oil. Basic, consumable parts are an essential part of car ownership and finding the correct parts is essential for your car's health.
Before now you were faced with either leaving it to a mechanic and swallowing the cost for basic work or spending your time chasing down aftermarket suppliers with your fingers crossed the parts would be of good quality and fit your car. Happily, eBay is now the perfect source of OEM quality parts
Official parts on eBay
At current, six car manufacturers have official eBay stores selling a wide range of car parts including the essential non-serviceable parts that need changing periodically. They are:
Parts including lightbulbs, filters, wiper blades and spark plugs are all for sale here and are available for most modern cars. There are so many parts available in fact, that it's a good idea for desktop users to also make use of the My Garage feature on eBay to find the correct part for your car even quicker.
Here's just a taste of what's available from these six eBay stores:
This sparkplug fits a number of BMWs including the X3, X5, Z3 and Z4.
The wiper blade set fits the Ford Galaxy and S-Max.
This air filter fits a number of Minis.
It's more than the consumables too
More serious car parts are available too, the type you wouldn't risk changing yourself without proper training and at least a month of Sundays to get it done in. Items such as head gaskets, water pumps and clutches are essential to your car's health, and if anything, these parts are more important to get correct as poor quality or mismatched parts can cause serious damage. Buying from these stores will ensure the parts are up to scratch and will fit without putting up a fight.
This rear shock absorber fits the Suzuki Ignis.
This head gasket fits several Ford models including the C-Max and Focus.
This clutch cover assembly fits several Toyotas.
Customise your car
Stepping away from the oily bits, there are a number of OEM extras you can add to your car including roof racks, boot liners and even official roof boxes. These are perfect for upgrading the functionality of your car, or adding parts that were never optioned when the car was new, all safe in the knowledge they're built to the highest standards and are guaranteed to fit your car.
Aesthetic pieces are also available if you want to customise how your cars look without resorting to aftermarket parts that you'll often need to file down to fit and won't be made to the same standard as the rest of the car.
Been there, got the t-shirt
While you're treating your car to a new look and a few upgrades, why not treat yourself too. Most of the manufacturers also stock merchandise ranging from clothing and pens to teddy bears and even luggage. And while they're in no way essential to keeping your car going, it's a nice additional feature offered on eBay.
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FAQs
The easiest way to determine if a product is aftermarket or OEM is by the brand on the packaging. If the brand is the same as your car manufacturer, there's a good chance it's OEM. That includes brands owned by a parent company like MOPAR parts for Stellantis brands.
How do I find the OEM for my car parts? ›
How to Find the OEM Part Number for Your Car. Your first port of call when looking for a specific part's OEM number should be on the component itself. If you have it to hand, and as long as it's not physically damaged beyond recognition, you should be able to find the number somewhere on the part.
Is eBay Motors legit for parts? ›
Is eBay Motors reliable? Short answer; yes, it definitely is.
Which is better the OEM or the genuine parts? ›
OEM parts are the same as genuine parts, only they do not bear the manufacturer's logo, and the packaging is different. Also, OEM parts are generally more cost-friendly compared to genuine parts.
How to tell if car parts are genuine? ›
These are all tell-tale signs that you have been duped by a fake. Genuine parts generally have a QR code, RFID tag or a serial number and hologram. This isn't always effective. Counterfeit printing technology has become so deceptive, it even recently tricked an ex-Honda technician into buying counterfeit Honda parts!
How to know if a part is OE? ›
OE stands for original equipment. OE parts are the components of the vehicle as it's made in the factory – all of the original parts that the car was first built with. Once the car comes out of the factory, everything else is not an OE part.
What is a genuine OEM replacement part? ›
OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer, and OEM parts are the components, both on and inside a vehicle, that came from the company that first produced them when the vehicle was new. In the past, auto manufacturers produced all the parts that went into their products, so they were the source of all OEM parts.
Is it okay to use non-OEM parts? ›
Safety is another reason why aftermarket parts are not always a good choice. Aftermarket parts do not have to pass the same crash tests or corrosion protection tests that OEM parts do. So if you want your passengers to be safe, and your vehicle to remain looking nice for years to come, always try to use OEM parts.
How do I find the correct parts for my car? ›
In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential steps to ensure you choose the right auto parts for your vehicle.
- Know Your Vehicle's Make, Model, and Year. ...
- Consult Your Owner's Manual. ...
- Identify the Specific Part You Need. ...
- Research Quality Brands. ...
- Check for Compatibility. ...
- Compare Prices. ...
- Seek Professional Advice.
To ensure your safety and security, always conduct your transactions on eBay.com and our mobile apps. Also, take some time to educate yourself on common tactics that cyber criminals and fraudsters use to spoof, phish, ransom and otherwise hi-jack unsuspecting consumers.
This is a common scam, and you are dealing with a criminal who is trying to steal your money. If the item isn't listed on eBay and if you don't purchase it through the eBay listing, the transaction has nothing to do with eBay.
Is eBay and eBay Motors the same? ›
eBay Motors (www.ebay.com/motors), a part of eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY), one of the world's largest marketplaces for buying and selling all things automotive. The site offers everyday cars for everyday drivers, as well as collector cars, motorcycles, auto parts and accessories.
Who is the best OEM? ›
Top 10 Automotive OEMs in the World in 2021 by Revenue
- Volkswagen AG. Automotive. ...
- Toyota Motor Corp. Japan. ...
- Stellantis NV. Netherlands. ...
- Ford Motor Co. Automotive. ...
- General Motors Co. Automotive.
- Bayerische Motoren Werke AG. Automotive. ...
- Mercedes-Benz Group AG. Automotive. ...
- Honda Motor Co Ltd. Japan.
A drawback of OEMs is the amount of resources needed to produce a unique product. This can include research and development costs, as well as the time it takes to create the design before it's ready for manufacturing. These investments can be quite high and introduce a certain level of risk to a business.
Are aftermarket car parts as good as OEM? ›
Quality. OEM parts offer greater assurance of quality than aftermarket parts because they are the same as the parts on new cars and offer the same level of performance. Aftermarket parts, however, vary greatly in terms of quality, so there is a higher level of uncertainty concerning the quality of aftermarket parts.
How do I check my OEM license? ›
By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.
- Open Start.
- Search for Command Prompt, right-click the top result, and select the Run as administrator option.
- Type the following command to determine the license type and press Enter: slmgr /dli.
For OEM verification:
- Log in to GeM, go to My Account → OEM Dashboard.
- Under "Request Brand, OEM Authorization", select your category and brand.
- Please upload relevant documents (Brand Ownership\Brand Documents) and click Create Application.
OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer; when a shop receives an OEM Authorization Certificate, it means that the auto body shop has been recognized by manufacturers as working within their repair parameters.
How to read OEM part number? ›
Every OEM auto part has a unique identification number, similar to an ID card. This OEM number is assigned by the original equipment manufacturer to precisely identify and differentiate specific parts . For example, the OEM part number 6L3Z-3280-B is suitable for the FORD F150 4WD model produced from 2004 to 2008.
