What should you look out for when buying used spare parts for electric cars?

All spare parts for an electric car must be in good condition, even if they are used. Photos of the car parts and the supplier’s information will help you assess their condition.

Typically, used components for electric vehicles are offered with the year of manufacture or mileage of the donor vehicle listed. Components such as charging cables can be assessed using photos of the connectors.

Suitable and good quality spare parts

Spare parts must be tailored to each model. Even though electric cars share a common platform with combustion-engine models, the components are not always identical. Electric vehicle components also differ depending on the model and year of manufacture. While charging cables for charging stations remain virtually unchanged, other car parts are completely redesigned during a facelift.

When purchasing parts for electric cars, you should make sure to buy either original parts from the manufacturers or OEM parts from original suppliers. Electric car manufacturers also don’t manufacture all the parts themselves, but use subcontractors or purchase standard components. However, cheap spare parts have no place in an electric car.

Reliable suppliers and prices

Spare parts for electric cars should only be purchased from a reliable source. Reliable suppliers of used spare parts only work with certified partners, such as car recycling companies, who provide good quality. They also offer easy return of items and are available for questions or complaints. It also goes without saying that they offer a warranty or guarantee within the legal framework.

The price of components and delivery costs must always be taken into account, even for electric car parts. Are there expensive delivery costs, or are they already included in the price of the car parts? And how quickly will the ordered spare parts for the electric car be delivered? It is also important to have reliable payment methods, such as credit cards or bank transfers.

After purchase, used car parts for an electric car should be subjected to a brief inspection. Some components are fairly easy to inspect visually, while others require measuring techniques.

Bodywork parts: Bodywork components such as doors or hoods must be visually inspected before installation to ensure they are free of defects. The same applies to the vehicle’s mirrors and windows.

Suspension and Drivetrain: Drivetrain and suspension components, such as drive shafts, springs, and other chassis parts, can also be visually inspected before assembly to ensure they are in good condition.

Electronic components: Most of the time, the condition of electronic and electrical components can only be checked with measuring devices and appropriate knowledge. An alternative is to temporarily install them for an initial test.

Interior equipment: The appearance and function of the interior equipment parts can be tested. For example, a used driver’s seat should look good, not sag, and should be able to be adjusted without any problems.