New, Used, and New OEM Car Parts: What’s the Difference?

For the inexperienced shopper, buying auto parts can be a daunting process. Not only do you have to search for the right part, you often have the option to choose between three different styles for a single part. For most auto parts, drivers have the option to choose between new, used, or new original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. If you don’t know the difference between them, this can make your choice three times as complicated.

At Logel’s, we believe that everyone should understand what they are buying for their car, which is why we love to educate our customers about the products they purchase. To simplify the the decision process, here is a simple guide to understanding the differences between new, new OEM, and used auto parts.

New
These are parts which have never been used before and are made by a third party company. This means that the products are not made by the original manufacturer of your vehicle. Another name for these parts are “after-market parts”.

The main benefit of this type of part is cost. You are buying a brand new part at a cost effective price compared to OEM parts.

New OEM
New OEM is original equipment that is brand new from the manufacturer. This means that the products are made by the original manufacturer of your vehicle.

The benefits of this type of part is that they are brand new and are designed specifically for your vehicle, meaning they are guaranteed to fit correctly. The downside is that these parts are often the most expensive option to purchase.

Used
Used parts are used OEM parts. This means that they are original parts from the manufacturer of your vehicle, but they have been used previously by another vehicle.

The benefits of this type of part is that you know they will have the proper design and fit for your vehicle, and they are cost effective since they have previously been used.

Armed with this knowledge, you will be ready to make an informed purchase decision when selecting auto parts for your vehicle. If you ever have any questions about what type of part is best for your vehicle we’re here to help, just give us a call!