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Using Non-Genuine VW Parts- Bad Choice?
Posted: Fri Aug 13, 2010 12:49 pm
by MODDED9N
Hi guys I was wondering if anyone had any experience using non-guine vw parts but replica parts like wings and bonnets because I do not know how good the quality will be! Any input would be appreciated! Thanks
Re: Using Non-Genuine VW Parts- Bad Choice?
Posted: Fri Aug 13, 2010 2:15 pm
by 9N3 Turbo
MODDED9N wrote:Hi guys I was wondering if anyone had any experience using non-guine vw parts but replica parts like wings and bonnets because I do not know how good the quality will be! Any input would be appreciated! Thanks
In my experience the metal is half the quality of genuine parts and they usually don't line up correctly either.
Personally I would only ever use genuine parts when changing body panels
Re: Using Non-Genuine VW Parts- Bad Choice?
Posted: Mon Aug 16, 2010 11:56 pm
by blazeguarder
Another vote for genuine parts here.
Unless you're really good at bodywork, most of the time the time/money needed to make them fit properly, with even panel gaps and all, means that you're probably better off buying genuine. Its cheaper for a reason.
What sort of damage are you trying to repair? If it's of the car park variety you might be better off getting a few body shops to quote you to repair the damage instead of replacing the panels. Obviously if it's more severe then this option probably isn't feasible though.