What is Parting Out?
Parting Out is an online marketplace for used auto parts. Salvage yards, dismantlers, and independent sellers list the donor vehicles they are parting out, and buyers request parts straight from those vehicles.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about buying and selling used auto parts on Parting Out. New here? Start with how Parting Out works.
Buying used auto parts
How do I find the used part I need?
Search donor vehicles by year, make, and model, or browse by make. Open a listing to see photos, mileage, and specs, then request the part from that vehicle. A matching donor vehicle is the most reliable way to get a part that fits.
Can I request a part that is not listed?
Yes. Most sellers only catalog their highest-demand parts, so you can request any part from a donor vehicle, including trim pieces, brackets, switches, and wiring connectors that were never uploaded. The seller checks the vehicle and replies with an offer.
How do I know a used part will fit my vehicle?
Start with a donor vehicle that matches your year, make, model, and trim. Before you accept an offer, ask the seller to confirm part numbers, the donor VIN, or extra photos in the deal room. You are responsible for confirming fitment and interchange before you buy.
Do I need an account to buy parts?
You can browse listings without an account. To ask a seller a question or request parts, create a free account and verify your email address.
Can I negotiate the price of a used part?
Yes. Sellers reply to requests with an offer, and you can accept it, decline it, or send a counteroffer from the deal room. The price is final once both sides accept.
Payment, shipping, and pickup
How do I pay for parts?
You pay the seller directly. After you accept an offer, the seller sends an invoice and can take payment by payment link, cash, check, or money order, depending on what they accept.
Do sellers ship used auto parts?
Many do. Each offer shows whether the part ships or is available for local pickup, and shipping costs are included in the offer before you accept. Shipped deals include tracking so you can follow the package.
Can I pick up parts locally instead of shipping?
Yes, when the seller offers pickup. Choose pickup on the deal and coordinate a time with the seller in the deal room. Pickup is often the best option for large parts like engines, transmissions, and body panels.
Does Parting Out charge buyers a fee?
No. Parting Out does not charge buyers any fees. You pay only the price and shipping agreed with the seller.
Returns, warranties, and problems
Do used auto parts come with a warranty?
Warranties are set by each seller. Check the seller profile and the offer for warranty terms before you accept, and ask the seller in the deal room if anything is unclear.
What is the return policy for used parts?
Each seller publishes their own return and shipping policies on their seller profile. Review them before you buy, because they vary from seller to seller.
What if there is a problem with my order?
Message the seller in the deal room first, since most issues are resolved directly. Parting Out is a venue and is not a party to the sale, but you can contact our support team or report a listing or user that breaks our policies.
Selling parts on Parting Out
How do I sell used auto parts on Parting Out?
Create a seller account, add the vehicles you are parting out with photos and specs, and publish them to the marketplace. Buyers request parts from those vehicles and you reply with offers, invoices, and shipping or pickup details.
Do I have to catalog every part on a vehicle?
No. You list the vehicle, and buyers can request any part from it. You only spend time pulling and pricing the parts people actually ask for.
What does it cost to sell on Parting Out?
Listing vehicles is free. Sellers pay a 3% commission on sold parts, billed in arrears, and volume discounts are available.
Who can sell on Parting Out?
Salvage yards, auto recyclers, dismantlers, and independent sellers who part out vehicles can all sell on Parting Out, as long as they follow our terms and marketplace policies.
Can my team share one seller account?
Yes. Invite team members to your seller account so everyone can manage vehicles, answer buyers, and fulfill deals under one business profile.
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