Use Only Dealer Parts
Buying aftermarket parts for repairs is a nightmare, even for folks who know cars. In rebuilding or repairing older cars, be very careful about going with lower-grade parts just to shave off some costs. Read reviews, check multiple sources, and, if still unsure, go with the midgrade or premium part instead. And never go cheap on brakes. But none of that means using only dealer parts.
I’m the Better Option
It doesn’t matter if a dealer service rep or an independent mechanic says this: They’re both wrong. As Popular Mechanics points out, each has its strengths. Dealer service areas tend to have more bays, operate more quickly, and have more intricate knowledge of newer features and esoteric equipment. Independents tend to be less expensive and put aside more time for an older car. For cars under warranty, dealers are the best bet.
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If you have a flat and the the other tires are good can the dealer refuse to just sell you one tire or will you have to change all four tires. I went to NH for a wedding and got a flat
the mileage on my car was 20,150 miles for the old tires . I tried to buy one tire in NH state. the tire refuse to sell me one tire and I had to purchase four new tires for my 2017 Lexus The owner of the store say that state law, is that true in NH
thanks