Brand New Parts
– Supplied directly from the manufacturer or authorized distributor, all individual components are unused.
Characteristics: Both quality and durability are guaranteed, and reliability is high. Prices tend to be the highest.
Used
– Parts removed from used vehicles.
Characteristics: Relatively low price; quality varies depending on the condition.
Rebuilt Parts
– Rebuilt parts are used parts that have been disassembled, cleaned, had wear and consumable parts replaced with new ones, reassembled, and tested to ensure performance equivalent to brand-new parts.
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Characteristics: Rebuilt parts offer a good balance between cost and quality, and often come with a warranty. Environmentally friendly.
OEM Parts (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
– OEM parts are manufactured by specialized external suppliers under contract from automobile manufacturers, for use in their own vehicles.
Characteristics: The contents are often the same as those of genuine parts, but offered at a lower cost, delivering excellent cost-effectiveness.
Refurbished Parts
– Refurbished parts are used parts that have not undergone any repairs or replacement of functional components, but only cleaned externally.
Characteristics: They look clean, but their internal condition is no different from that of used parts.
Aftermarket Parts
– Aftermarket parts are parts manufactured by companies other than the genuine manufacturer or OEM, including replacement and custom parts.
Characteristics: These parts are designed for specific purposes. A wide range of variations is available, including reinforced parts with enhanced durability and adjustable components that can be fine-tuned according to driving conditions or personal preferences.
They are popular among users who enjoy customization, and are also suitable for situations requiring higher performance, such as circuit racing or competitive driving.
Imitation / Replica Parts
– These are parts that imitate the shape and function of genuine or aftermarket products. They are often manufactured without official approval or outside certified channels.
Characteristics: These parts are offered at a very low price, but often lack the quality and durability of genuine or certified components.
Junk Parts
– Junk parts are untested, broken, or damaged components, typically sold for repair purposes or parts harvesting.
Characteristics: Basically, there is no warranty. These parts are often used for parts harvesting by people with knowledge and skills.