Price Analysis
Used Auto Parts Price Depreciation: How Model Year Affects Cost
Used parts from 2015 models cost 30-50% less than 2024 models. See depreciation curves for engines, transmissions, and more by model year.
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What the listing data says about used part prices: original analysis from our own index
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Saurabh Kumar
Co-Founder & CTO, Part Price Guide
Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Ambika Sharma
Co-Founder & COO, Part Price Guide
12 years of project management and technical operations experience. Reviews price guides for sample size, fitment accuracy, and data freshness.
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Cost of Ownership: Which Vehicles Have the Cheapest Used Parts?
Ford Fusion, VW Tiguan, and Nissan Versa top our cheapest vehicles for used parts. See full rankings of 90 models by total salvage part cost.
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Which Car Brands Have the Most Expensive Used Parts?
Lexus, Mercedes, and BMW top our ranking of most expensive car brands for used parts. See how 20 makes compare on average salvage yard pricing.
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Used Strut Cost: Junkyard & Salvage Yard Prices
Used struts cost $35 to $725 with a $228 median based on salvage yard data across 63 vehicle models. Real prices by vehicle type, condition, and source.
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Used Auto Parts Price Guide 2026: What to Pay at a Junkyard
Used auto parts cost 50–80% less than new. Real median prices for 15 common junkyard parts from $82 to $2,470, based on 2.5 million salvage yard listings.
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Catalytic Converter Scrap Value: What Your Cat Is Worth
Catalytic converters scrap for $50-$800, with rare models topping $1,000. See values by type, precious metal content, and where to sell legally.
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How Much Do Junkyards Charge for Parts? 2026 Price Guide
Junkyard parts cost $80–$2,470 depending on the component. Real median prices for 48 parts based on 2.5 million salvage yard listings.
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Used Headlight Assembly Cost: Prices From 76,427 Listings
Used headlight assemblies cost $187-$1,800 by model ($650 median) across 76,427 salvage listings. Real prices, tech tiers, and where to buy.
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Used OEM vs Aftermarket Headlight: Which Is Actually Worth Buying?
Aftermarket headlights cost $60-$300 but suffer beam and seal issues. Used OEM runs $650 median with factory optics. Full comparison inside.
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How Much Does a Used Radiator Cost? Real Prices From 41,113 Listings
Used radiators cost $106-$323 by model, $172 median across 41,113 salvage listings. Real prices by model, grade, and how used compares to new aftermarket.
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Used Starter Cost: Prices From 23,667 Listings
Used starters cost $60-$147 by model with a $91 median across 23,667 salvage yard listings. See prices by model, grade, and how used compares to reman.
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Used vs New Radiator: Why Aftermarket Often Beats Salvage on Price
Used OEM radiators run $172 median across 41,113 listings. New aftermarket starts at $80. Compare pricing, warranty, and total replacement cost.
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Used vs Remanufactured Starter: Price & Value Compared
Used starters average $91 median; remanufactured run $80-$200. Compare pricing, warranty terms, and when each option makes sense for your vehicle.
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Used vs Remanufactured Transfer Case: Price Compared
Used transfer cases cost $325 median vs $1,000+ remanufactured. Compare pricing, warranty, lifespan, and total cost to pick the right option.
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Used Transfer Case Cost: Prices From 23,929 Listings
Used transfer cases cost $138-$1,720 with a $325 median across 23,929 salvage listings. See real prices by model, grade, and drivetrain.
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Used vs New AC Compressor: When to Save and When to Spend
Used AC compressors run a $149 median, remanufactured $180 to $350, new OEM $400 to $900. Compare warranty, lifespan, and the hidden flush cost to find your break-even point.
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OEM vs Aftermarket Wheels: Price, Safety, and Fitment Compared
OEM wheels guarantee bolt pattern, hub bore, offset, load rating, and TPMS fit. Aftermarket wheels cost less and offer more styles but shift verification to you. A full comparison.
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How Much Does a Used AC Compressor Cost? 2026 Salvage Yard Prices by Vehicle
Used AC compressors cost $100 to $267 at the model median, with a $149 national median across 22,777 priced salvage yard listings. See real prices by vehicle, grade, and source.
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Used OEM vs Aftermarket Bumper: Fit, Safety, and Price Compared
Used OEM bumper covers median $260 in salvage listings and arrive factory-painted, while aftermarket covers start near $150 in primer. Compare fit, CAPA certification, safety, and true installed cost.
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Used vs Remanufactured Engine: Price, Warranty, and Risk Compared
Used engines median $2,400 across 29,646 listings; remanufactured typically runs $3,000 to $7,500. Compare warranty, risk, and the vehicle value threshold that decides it.
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How Much Does a Used Engine Cost? Real Prices From 29,646 Listings
Used engines cost $600 to $7,958 with a $2,400 median, based on 29,646 salvage yard listings across 48 vehicle models. See real prices by model, grade, and engine size.
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How Much Does a Used Front Bumper Cost? OEM Salvage Prices
Used front bumpers cost $120 to $655 with a $260 median, based on 17,627 priced salvage yard listings across 51 vehicle models. See real prices by model and what drives the spread.
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Is It Worth Rebuilding a Transmission? A Cost-Based Decision Guide
A transmission rebuild is worth it only when the vehicle is worth more than $10,000 and you plan to keep it 5+ years. For most cars, a used transmission at $1,254 median saves $500-$2,000 over a rebuild.
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How Much Does a Used Transmission Cost? 2026 Prices From 18,641 Listings
Used transmissions cost $428 to $3,300 with a $1,254 median, based on 18,641 salvage yard listings across 43 models. See real prices by model, grade, and drivetrain.
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Used vs Remanufactured Alternator: Price, Warranty, and Lifespan Compared
Used alternators cost $96 median vs $150 for remanufactured and $350 for new. Compare real pricing, warranty coverage, and expected lifespan to pick the right option.
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How Much Does a Used Alternator Cost? 2026 Prices From 12,236 Listings
Used alternators cost $65 to $400 with a $96 median, based on 12,236 salvage yard listings across 45 vehicle models. See real prices by model, grade, and source.
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