Best Vehicle Accessories & Parts Shops
Wipertech 🏆 2026
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Great produc,t delivery came within three days of ordering, easy to install and I like that it came with a little sachet to add to the wiper fluid.
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Bought a solar panel online under a sale, and the very next day the price dropped by $50. Customer service refused a simple price adjustment and told… Read more
me I'd have to pay out-of-pocket for return shipping just to get store credit. Incredibly unfair business practice.
Snap Shades 🏆 2026
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Hi I’m a paraplegic and just started back driving and it’s ease of getting it out of bag and install/remove from windscreen makes it worth its weight in gold Great product
Bob Jane T-Marts 🏆 2026
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Thanks Rod and the crew at Bob Jane T-Marts for fitting me in. You were super busy but got me in and completed my alignment very quickly gettting me… Read more
going again in my 2002 HiLux - my girl now drives straight! Thanks for putting her on the straight and narrow boys. See you when she needs new boots!
Caravanmods.com.au 🏆 2026
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Order was prompt and efficient product purchased exactly as advertised and competitively priced so recommend as first option when looking for caravan parts and accessories Gary M
Uniwiper Wiper Blades 🏆 2026
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Fantastic,quiet,effective and easy to put on .Very happy with them .
Ramp Champ 🏆 2026
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The whole process was seamless, I called and gave the measurements, it was confirmed within hours and then delivered within 10 days. It fits perfectly. We are extremely happy!!
Koabrella
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Great product made well GOOD value for price HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
NRMA Car Batteries
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The member who took my call was professional, friendly and helpful throughout the process. The NRMA roadside assistance member who attended also… Read more
arrived at the planned time and provided fast, efficient and professional service. The whole experience was handled exceptionally well, and I was back on the road much quicker than I ever expected. I really appreciate the communication, punctuality and quality of service provided by everyone involved. Thank you to the NRMA team for making what could have been a stressful situation a very easy and positive experience. Your staff are a credit to the organisation.
Fulcrum Suspensions
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Customer service probably one of the best, and ive dealt with heaps of retail companies! Very good, and very happy
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Excellent quality gear,easy to fit amazing results, friendly promp responses from staff and super fast freight
Solid GPS
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Warning do not buy this product it does not track on time . It sent me a message that the car was found five hours later . Going to get rid of it go elsewhere not happy
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Good product, excellent fit on my vehicle 2026 KGM Musso EV, they conform well to seat contours and appear to be well made and durable. Great communication from the seller and fast delivery. I recommend this product and the seller.
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got a new set of roof racks fitted to our Landcruiser and it fits snug, can't wait to use it for our upcoming snow trip. Looks very rigid and doesnt look too bulky. Would like to consider another set for our weekender, will see. Thanks!
FitMyCar
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Ordered seat covers at the start of November, had delay message stating 2 weeks. Today told maybe 20th of December. Absolute joke. This company has… Read more
gone down hill since my partner last ordered from them. Turn around was a week and a half, now its 2 months. Thinking of cancelling. Poor service.
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Always good service love the air freshener and stickes fast reliable service and parts keep up the good work fan clutch for my 100 series and belt tensioners
CarMatsCulture
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Love the mats but love the customer service more. The colour is amazing, the mats are squishy and nice under your feet and super easy to clean! As a returning customer, customer service easy to navigate.
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Parts arrived on time and as described. They were good quality and fit perfectly.
Ozeparts
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Fast delivery, parts in good order. Would definitely use again.
Automotive Superstore
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Sorry but seems a long time between ordering and it being picked and sent
Car Mods Australia
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Inspite of a mix up during fulfilment and shipping, and then a product fitment issue both mainly caused by its vendor Xforce, carmods provided great… Read more
customer service, kept in contact and provided an acceptable outcome. Given the experience I would certainly buy from them again in the future.
Coverworld
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I had such a positive experience with Coverworld from start to finish. I first contacted them through their live chat and was genuinely delighted to… Read more
be answered by a real person! She was incredibly friendly and courteous, and took the time to give me all the advice I needed to make sure I was ordering the right product.
I ended up purchasing the Kakadu Canvas front seat covers specifically made to fit my car, and I couldn’t be happier with them. They are a perfect fit, the quality is excellent, and they are exactly what I had been looking for.
After having such a hard time finding good-quality, properly fitted seat covers online, it was honestly such a relief to receive a product that completely lived up to expectations. Great product, great customer service and a genuinely positive online shopping experience. I would happily recommend Coverworld!
Wipers Direct
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Ordering from their website was easy, delivery was fast, communication was excellent. Even when there was an issue, the response was excellent,… Read more
professional and fixed without any problems at all. Definately a company that is worth dealing with and anytime I need wipers again, I will buy from Wipers Direct that is for sure.
MotorOne
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Stay away! I purchased a lifetime warranty on my vehicle paint work and after 10 years it is awful! Motor one have denied responsibility as I see… Read more
they have to many others, not bothered inspecting my car before denying the claim and are very rude! Biggest waste of money
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Elite Garage
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Fantastic service . Very helpful will definatly be back . Thanks alot
X-CAR
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Easy to use website and fast postage. Sun shade fits perfectly and blocks all light and keeps the heat out very well. Highly recommend.
Autoglass Warehouse
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Christine was extraordinarily helpful and patient with my search for an old Landcruiser windscreen. Her prompt, courteous service cannot be commended enough these days. Thank you again.
Amayama Trading
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Great customer service, Always seem to source parts i can't find anywhere else. Highly recommended
Rolan Australia
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Excellent addition to the SS. Straight forward fit & looks great
What are the different types of car parts available?
Genuine parts
Genuine parts are the same parts that were installed in your car when it was originally manufactured. They carry the manufacturer’s logo and packaging. They are trickier to find than other types of replacement parts. You're more likely to find them at a car dealerships - which will be able to source the genuine part and install it.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts
While they aren’t branded with the car manufacturer’s logo, OEM parts are built by the company that was originally contracted to install the parts in your car. These parts are equally as reliable as genuine parts, fitting just as well, but are cheaper than genuine car parts.
Aftermarket parts
Aftermarket parts are made by third parties, as opposed to the manufacturer or Original Equipment Manufacturer.
There are two types of aftermarket parts: cheap auto parts designed to be as affordable as possible, and performance aftermarket parts, which are specifically re-designed to be an improvement on the genuine or OEM part.
Most car accessories are also aftermarket additions to a car. This refers to any addition that’s not factory fitted by the manufacturer (like air conditioning or airbags) and that's also not a dealer-fitted extra (like wheel packages).
Aftermarket accessories can include: car seat covers, floor mats, battery car chargers, car sun shades, and window tinting. As these post-sale additions sold by car accessories shops aren't manufacturer-approved, aftermarket accessories aren’t covered by a car warranty.
Where can I buy car parts?
Car superstores
These refer to auto parts stores that are large chain stores. Some examples are Supercheap Auto and Repco. Most of these chains have hundreds of locations nationwide. For example, Repco has 400 stores around Australia, so there’s likely to be one near you.
Car dealerships or direct from the manufacturer
Car dealers aren't just for buying cars, but they also often sell car parts as well.
Third party retailers
Third party retailers sell aftermarket parts, rather than branded parts and accessories. You can buy these aftermarket parts either in-store or online.
Online retailers
As you can't always know 100% what you're going to receive in the mail, the process of making a return claim should be clearly outlined on an online retailer's website. Reading online reviews from fellow car owners can also help you determine how easy it is to return a car part or accessory with a particular company.
Second-hand parts
If you’re looking to save a bit of cash, it’s possible to source used parts from private sellers (usually online) or from a junkyard, where you'll find plenty of spare car parts.
Where can I buy car parts for cheap?
Car parts can be expensive, and it makes sense to prioritise being thrifty so you don’t pay an arm and leg for a replacement part.
However, if the choice boils down to saving some cash or sourcing a reliable part, always choose reliability over a cheap price. Prioritising a low price over everything else often means you can wind up with a poor quality car part - or one that simply doesn’t fit in your car. This means you’ll spend more money buying a replacement part for your replacement part - making the extreme pursuit of thriftiness a more expensive exercise, in the end.
Are eBay or Amazon good places to buy car parts?
eBay and Amazon can be a convenient avenue to buy used car parts, but you need to know exactly what you’re looking for to find the right car part. Namely, you need to know the specific part number and manufacturer name.
Amazon and ebay are online marketplaces with private sellers who are everyday individuals. As a result, ‘mislistings’ can be common. This refers to the incorrect labelling of car parts on the online selling platforms, which can cause you to buy the wrong part. In other cases, the ebay Parts Compatibility catalogue can be incorrect, making it unreliable to solely rely on. Both of these factors make it easier to buy a part that won’t fit in your car.
To avoid this, it may be better to buy parts with the brand/ manufacturer name on the box, if possible, as this helps guarantee that the part will be the right fit. However, as this will be a genuine part - this is likely to increase the price, which may cancel out some of the positive cost-saving benefits of shopping on ebay or Amazon.
Finding used parts at the junkyard
This can be a cost-effective option if you have some mechanical experience or are a fast learner when it comes to cars.
Self-service junkyards (also called auto dismantlers) allow you can find the specific part you need for your car make and model, remove it from the car it’s currently fitted to, and attach it to your car instead. You’ll probably have to bring your own tools. The main appeal is that you can find auto spares for extremely cheap prices.
However, as with all used parts, there’s no warranty or way of guaranteeing that there is no existing damage or wear and tear to the car part that you salvage.
The bottom line
Overall, when sourcing car parts and accessories, prioritising the correct fit for your specific car make and model is the top priority.
While buying online or second-hand can present both convenient and cost-effective options, they can make the issue of transparency trickier in terms of sourcing a good quality car part that’s compatible with your vehicle.
Doing thorough research on the specific part number and fair asking price for a prospective car part or accessory will work in your favour. This will help ensure you get both a good deal and a car part that goes the distance with your car.
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