Top Tips for Saving on Auto Repairs and Parts in NYC
As the cost of car parts and repairs continues to rise, particularly in New York City, where the cost of living is already extremely high, most car owners are looking for the best ways to save money and keep their car in tip top shape.
Here are a few of the best ways to save money on not only your car repairs, but also the cost of parts:
- Always get your oil changed on schedule—this is one of the best ways to keep your engine healthy and working well.
- Get a preventative check on all the main components of your car at least every six months. Catching problems early is a great way to save money in the long run.
- Purchase used car parts from a reputable dealer like NYC Salvage and Glass. By purchasing your own used car parts, you’re saving a significant amount of money that can be better used for other expenses.
If you’re searching for high-quality used auto parts, call New York City Auto Salvage and Glass at 718-297-9797. We’ve been serving the needs of the residents of New York City for nearly two decades. We offer high-quality parts at deeply discounted prices, as well as a vast selection, so you’re nearly guaranteed to find the part you’re looking for. We’re known as the premier used auto part provider in New York City.
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Looking for Cheap Used Auto Parts for your teenager’s first ride?
Have you found a fixer upper for that you want to work on with your teenager? Looking forward to teaching them about a car from the ground up? We know you want the best parts, but sometimes the cost of those parts can go over and above what you had in mind for a budget. At New York City Auto Salvage and Glass, we understand tight budgets. We offer a huge selection of cheap used auto parts and friendly, knowledgeable staff to serve you.
Why call anyone else for auto parts? Even if the car is an older model or even a rare model, we will work hard to help you find whatever parts you need and at the cheapest prices possible. At New York City Auto Salvage and Glass understand the people of New York, because we are people of New York. We have been honored to serve our neighbors for the past 17 years.
We have lots of customers looking for cheap used auto parts for their kids’ rides. In fact, many of the customers we have helped repeatedly throughout the years and are now coming back for the next generation of car and truck drivers. We hope to be here for many more generations to come. Let us help you continue the time honored tradition of rebuilding an automobile with your kids and building a vehicle they’ll be proud to drive. Give New York City Auto Salvage and Glass a call at 718-297-9797 and let us help you.
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Cheap DIY fixes with Used Auto Parts – Part 2 – Battery Replacement
Owning a car is expensive. Car payments, gas, insurance and parking add up. Compound those costs with the price of making repairs and regular maintenance appointments and you have the perfect recipe for a stress headache. Logic tells us that mechanic shops make money or they wouldn’t be in business. By charging high rates for labor and materials, shop owners line their wallets. Cutting corners where it’s reasonable is the best way to save money, and making DIY repairs using cheap used auto parts is a huge relief for those on a tight budget.
A single wiper blade costs about $25 from a dealer or mechanic to replace. If you buy new wiper blades from a parts store you can find them for about $7. Why pay so much for a thin strip of rubber? That’s ridiculous! NYC Auto Salvage and Glass has a variety of wiper blade types that are just as good as new or lightly used for just cents on the dollar, and we’ll even tell you how to install them yourself.
Before replacing the wiper blades, be sure they aren’t failing to perform due to being dirty. A kitchen scratch pad and a little elbow grease is all you need to clean them up. If that doesn’t work, then you probably do need to replace them. To remove, just pinch the rubber on the end of the wiper and slide it off. If it’s resistant, use a flat head screw driver to help pry it off. Toss it in the garbage and slide the new rubber blades back on the wiper blade brackets. It only takes a couple minutes and is so easy it’ll blow your mind.
NYC Auto Salvage and Glass is New York’s premier provider of cheap used auto parts. Call us at 718-297-9797 today to find the perfect wiper blades for your car. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
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Cheap DIY fixes with Used Auto Parts – Part 1 – Battery Replacement
Everyone who owns a car must eventually face the reality of making repairs. The cost of repairs depends upon the purchase price of parts and the cost of labor. Money doesn’t grow on trees, and repairs add up fast. One of the best ways to save money on repairs is to do them yourself. A quick YouTube tutorial, a little time and effort and a few cheap used auto parts is all you need to make the repairs yourself and reduce your overall costs.
A used battery costs so much less than the $70-$100 that dealers and parts stores charge for new batteries. At NYC Auto Salvage and Glass we carry a wide selection of batteries and can certainly help you find what you need at deep discounts. Parts are high quality and in working order so you know your used battery will hold a charge and keep your car operable.
To replace your car battery, disconnect the negative cable from the negative battery post first. This post will be marked with a “-“ sign. Next, disconnect the positive cable marked with a “+” sign. If your battery has a security bracket holding it in place, disconnect it. Lift the battery off of the plate and set it aside. Using an old, stiff bristled tooth brush scrub the connectors on the ends of the cables clean with a solution of baking soda and water. Baking soda is a base substance while battery contents are acidic. The chemical reaction will clean any corrosion from the connectors and keep the electrical current flowing without interruption. Don’t forget to rinse.
Place the new used battery on the support plate and reconnect the support bracket, if you have one. Connect the positive cable first, repeated by the negative cable. Make sure the cables do not slide from side to side and are securely in place. Start your car. Voila!
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NYC Auto Salvage warns of Common Fake Car Problem Scams – Offers Cheap Auto Parts to Fix Real Car Problems
Shysters are everywhere, and local NYC mechanics are no exception. For every trustworthy mechanics out there, an equal and opposite scam artist lurks. Being in the auto salvage business for decades, we’ve heard some doozies, but these fake car problems mechanics fabricate to make a little extra cash really take the cake.
• Blinker fluid is low.
• Muffler bearings are shot.
• Horn is about to go dead.
• The horn motor is blown.
• Drive shaft stabilizer is worn out
• Your flux capacitor is worn out. (LOL this is the best.)
• The halogen fluid in the headlights is low.
• One tire isn’t touching the ground.
• Only ¾ of the tires are turning.
• The back-up tranny is out.
• The anti-lock brakes system is jammed and won’t unlock.
• The windshield is warped from the sun.
While these rip-offs may be hilarious to scammers, many New Yorkers have lost a lot of money. At NYC Auto Salvage and Glass, we never pull the wool over any of our customers’ eyes. We provide honest repairs and services. If something is wrong with your vehicle and needs to be fixed, we’ll tell you. If your repair is cheap and quick, we’ll tell you that too.
Need parts to take to your mechanic? We’ve got you covered. We provide perfectly functioning parts, replacement mirrors, glass and more for just about every make and model of car imaginable. Call us today to find everything you need for your vehicle at 718-297-9797. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to receive discount offers and read our customer feedback.
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NYC Auto Salvage and Glass Helps Relieve Used Auto Part Shopper’s Rage
You know what’s a pain in the neck? Trying to order replacement auto parts online. It seems like every major parts distributor wants your VIN number, driver’s license, the last four digits of your social security number, credit card info, blood type, credit report and medical history just to order a simple part! Ok, so we’re exaggerating a little bit, but not by much.
Repairing a car or pickup is expensive and time consuming the way it is. Why does it have to take 45 minutes of filling out an online form just to order an oil pump? You can’t even search for cylinders without signing up for accounts these days. After you do that, be prepared to welcome a barrage of telemarketing calls!
If you’re working on breathing life back into your old car or truck, you’re probably just as frustrated as everyone else. Forget calling major retailers. You’ll never get them on the phone without screaming at an automated system and rage pounding your phone’s key pad for a half hour. Give up. Call us. We’ll help you.
NYC Auto Salvage and Glass is New York’s favorite place to save money on used auto parts, interior parts, replacement glass and more. An organized system ensures customer service representatives are able to find exactly the parts you need quickly. The best part? We won’t put you on hold or force you to communicate with a robotic voice. We actually have real customer service reps who are happy to help you out.
All of our used auto parts and repairs are guaranteed, and we work hard to keep our customers coming back for life. Call New York City Auto Salvage and Glass at 718-297-9797 to find the replacement auto parts, mirrors, windshields and so much more that you need. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to receive discount offers and read our customer feedback.
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