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Where to Find Wholesale Auto Parts

You don’t need to own your own auto parts shop to get a deal on parts. You don’t even need to be a gear head with all the connections; there are plenty of places on the web that offer auto parts to consumers for wholesale prices.

-AutohausAZ is an auto parts wholesaler out of Arizona that has a fairly easy to search database. For most parts, they only carry one brand, so shopping for the best price is cut short, but they do offer free ground shipping through UPS for orders over $50.

-Car Parts Wholesale has a very easy-to-use search tool that lists parts alphabetically, offers manufacturer’s specs, provides condition of the part (new, reconditioned, etc.) and even gives an estimate of how long it should take to install the part. Search can be refined by brand, price range, and condition. The site banner offers Bill Me Later payment options, a toll free number and the option of live chat support.

Auto Parts Warehouse provides similar ease of use in searching for parts, in the Car Parts Wholesale category. Manufacturer specs are listed when available; you can refine the search by brand, price and condition. When searching for the particular part, you can either use a grid of categories with pictures included, or view a full, alphabetical list. Auto Parts Warehouse also has a toll-free number, live chat, and order/return information clearly labeled on the homepage.

Of the three sites, Car Parts Wholesale offers the largest variety, but Auto Parts Warehouse offers more parts at lower prices. Shopping for wholesale auto parts can save you money, but be sure to have a Tax ID number on hand, or an intent to own a business before buying wholesale. Some companies may sell to you without the proper qualifications, but not all. Just be prepared.