Price of Parts - Database

[jamiej]

Do you there is any need for a "live database" which forum members can update themselves by making a post when certain car parts are cheaper than normal.

For example, I am new to the B7 RS4 gang and often scout ECP, CP4L and various other outlets for bits and bobs I may need but in all honesty, I don't know what is good value and what isn't.

Brakes for example. Front rotors from ECP are about £1,000 each from ECP but there is a 45% coupon... Is this good value?

I know a Flywheel from Rock Auto is the place to go but only because I have trawled the forums for clutch replacement costings.

If someone finds something truly that is good value, stick a link up here and help the community out.

Am I mad, or living in a dream world? Loads of parts are really expensive for these cars, and saving a few hundred here and there would be mega useful.

Happy to be shot down, just my thoughts.

Jamie


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[jamiej]

Well I thought it was good idea

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[Surrey Sam]

It is a good idea, just requires participation and a good leader to drive a resource like this forward. Just having part numbers for often needed items is useful. Unfortunately many owners use social media now, which in my opinion has watered down quality content.

[Sammyb349]

Definitely a good idea - I am on the hunt for front discs and pads!

I agree with Sam - it needs a constant flow and moderation to really be a great resource.

[mikep99]

Cheapest for RS4 B7 discs recently is https://www.cartech-one.co.uk/en/produc ... 19490/t-23

Not used them myself so cant comment on customer service

Mike

[jamiej]

That is very cheap. Well found.

I'm sure this will help someone.

Does anyone on here have the ability to set up a "live" shared worksheet with part numbers, prices and Web links.

It would only need to be for consumables, to stop it getting cumbersome.

I will happily put my hand up to keep an eye on prices and update accordingly.



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[jamiej]

Cheapest for RS4 B7 discs recently is https://www.cartech-one.co.uk/en/produc ... 19490/t-23

Not used them myself so cant comment on customer service

Mike

I bought an exhaust from them for my A3, customer service was pretty bad (part out of stock, not told etc.)but it all sorted in the end

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