As a key player in the Northeast used auto parts recycling network for over 30 years, we understand something about buying used auto body parts and are happy to share our experience with you. Here are a few tips to help you with your body part search:

• Bring your VIN number with you to check compatibility with available parts

• Check if it’s an OEM or CAPA-certified part

• Ask about the warranty

• Inquire about the part’s age and history

• Inspect part details to avoid counterfeits

• Check the paint color of the part against the original

• Buy from a reputable company

• As an example, if you ask for a report on the original vehicle where that bumper came from, you might find that the junk yard bumper you’re considering has a reinforcement bar that’s been compromised in an accident.

Used auto body parts are not always the same. For example, going with an OEM bumper is better. Aftermarket bumpers are notorious for not fitting properly. But if an OEM is not available, look for a CAPA-certified part (Certified Automotive Parts Association), which means that it is guaranteed to fit and function just like the OEM original. We sell only quality used OEM parts made by your vehicle’s manufacturer to fit your vehicle.

We’ve been noticing more and more “totaled” flood vehicles showing up at the auctions and we won’t touch them. Vehicles salvaged from floods, especially saltwater floods such as we’ve recently seen in New York and New Jersey are too often rife with unseen damage. This can include deterioration of mechanical and electrical parts inside doors and other body parts. They might look good on the outside, but the saltwater exposure has already done damage as corrosion eats away at the metals.

Our customers can always be confident that every auto body part we sell will look great, last long and be in good working order. And all come with our standard 6-month warranty!

We’re accountable to a higher quality standard and here’s one reason why. Just like every Team PRP member, Bow Auto Parts “uses an identical quality assurance program based on ISO 9000 standards. The result is a nationwide label that delivers consistently high-quality parts and maximizes consumer, mechanical repairer, collision center and estimator confidence.” Plus, Bow Auto Parts makes its own promise to our customers that we will only sell them high quality automotive products at great prices.

Unlike auto body parts you find at the junk yard, our parts rarely stay long in our inventory. Our advanced technology processes efficiently disassemble, inspect, catalog, and warehouse every incoming auto body part to assure it is stored and protected properly for maximum quality.

Our used body parts come fully equipped for swapping out. How about a Ford, Jeep, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mercedes, BMW, or other top-quality used auto body part? These replacement parts will restore your vehicle to its previous pristine appearance and functionality.

Bow Auto Parts works with all major automotive brands and factory models. Because our inventory changes daily, we encourage our customers to check in with us to find the exact part model they need.

Never settle for a junkyard auto or truck part! Your vehicle needs well-cared-for, original factory equipment specifically designed for it. Just like all our products, buying a used auto body part from Bow Auto Parts keeps you on the road to automotive excellence!

Connect with someone on our sales team. They’re always eager to talk with you and help find you the ideal used part for your vehicle.

Whether you are looking for a used car or truck engine, transmission, used axles, or auto body part, we have it all and can find it fast within our digitally tracked inventory.